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Activities
In Manchester by Jessica Nielson
Manchester
Airport Featured Hotels - Manchester
City Featured Hotels
Baguley Brow Farm, Cannon
Aquarium and Vivarium as well as golf are just some places to
visit while you enjoy your holiday in Manchester. Heaton Park Golf is
a great place to play a few rounds of golf. The public golf course is open
seven days a week for anyone who enjoys golf. If you think your vacation
needs a few games of golf, this would be the right place to go. You can
visit the pro shop, restaurant and bar or take part in a few golf lessons
from the onsite pro. The weather is always great for a day of golf.
The
Manchester Aquatics
Centre is another place to spend the day. It might not be as exciting
as that day of golf, but the entire family will enjoy visiting. They have
two huge swimming pools and a fitness center.
Debdate Outdoor Center
is
a place to do anything you wish. You can do hill walking, rock climbing,
power boating, kayaking, canoeing, windsurfing and sailing. The entire
family will enjoy spending the day here. It is an amazing place where you
can also learn how to do the different things that you want to enjoy. Everyone
enjoys himself or herself when they visit Debdate.
If you are looking for a
mal with other fun activities, you will fall in love with Affleck's
Palace. There is a mall, game center, flea market, bar and specialty
shops. If you need to get outdoors, you will enjoy Piccadilly Gardens. |
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The gardens surround restaurants,
shops and hotels. The picture perfect gardens are amazing to see. You could
just sit all day and glaze at the different plants and beautiful colors.
There is always something to do for everyone in the area. You can visit
at night or during the day and find something to do.
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Holidays to Manchester
will not be complete until you visit Chinatown. This neighborhood
is divine. It shows a different culture and customs not normally found
in the United Kingdom.
In addition to Chinatown,
you can visit Albert Square. This town square is a meeting place for young
and old. The square gives off a sense of tranquility and peace.
The Eastwood RSPB Reserve
is a nature reserve that can be explored and enjoyed for its beauty and
wildlife. Everywhere you look, you will see something to delight you. It
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With all the things to do
in Manchester, you are sure to find enough things to do to fill your days.
The museums, art galleries and war exhibits are just a few other things
to enjoy. Families and individuals enjoy a visit to Manchester for fun
and new learning experiences. The hotels, restaurants and bars are always
rated highly in this city. There is nowhere else where you can be yourself
and still leave with more memories than you could imagine. Plan your trip
and enjoy yourself every day in Manchester doing the things that make you
happy.
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Manchester is world renowned
as the first industrialised city in the world, but the city also boasts
an important cultural and musical heritage. The city's role in showcasing
innovative punk bands in the 70s, and underground music in the 80s, cemented
Manchester's reputation as a modern and vibrant area.
The city's nightlife, restaurants
and cultural facilities rival those of the capital city, and the shopping
facilities are unparalleled. Millions of pounds of regeneration funding
have flooded in since the IRA bomb of 1996, and the city developed world-class
sporting facilities for the 2002 Commonwealth Games.
Manchester's continued rise
in importance is evidenced by the new Beetham Tower, the tallest residential
building in the UK, and 'B of the Bang', the tallest sculpture in Britain.
History
Manchester was the first
industrialised city in the world. Friedrich Engels wrote his 1844 treaty
'The Condition of the Working Class in England' whilst living in the city;
and Elizabeth Gaskell was just one of the enlightenment authors to set
novels in Manchester.
The Manchester Museum explores
local and national history, and boasts an incredible 6million exhibits.
Displays are separated by theme, and these include anthropology, archaeology,
botany and zoology. |
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Other museums include Greater
Manchester Police Museum, Imperial War Museum and People's History Museum.
Art Galleries
Manchester Art Gallery is
the largest of several galleries in the city, located in a nineteenth century,
Grade I listed building and showcasing works by local, national and international
artists.
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The Whitworth Gallery is
home to 31,000 watercolours, prints, drawings, modern art, sculpture and
textiles. Displayed items from the permanent collection are regularly alternated,
and temporary exhibitions are hosted frequently.
The Castlefield Gallery comprises
numerous exhibition spaces, and changes displays regularly. Cornerhouse
exhibits contemporary art works in its galleries, and The Centre for the
Urban Built Environment explores innovative architectural design.
Theatres
The Manchester Opera House
is one of three in the city's theatre complex, and has a capacity of just
less than 2000 people. |
Productions hosted in the
venue tend to be large-scale, touring shows, and have included West End
shows,
The Palace Theatre is nineteenth
century, Grade II listed, and comprises three levels, two balconies and
stalls, with seating for 2000 people. The Royal Exchange is also Grade
II listed, and specialises in classic theatre, contemporary drama and new
writing. The Studio Theatre was opened in 1998 and has a capacity of 120.
The Library Theatre is an
intimate venue, in the basement of the central library. Others include
The Dancehouse, The Contact Theatre and The Greenroom.
Restaurants
110 Restaurant is a popular,
fine dining establishment, located inside a casino and serving British
and European cuisine until 1am. The bar and gaming areas are open until
6am and, for legal reasons, children are not permitted inside the building.
Manchester's 'Curry Mile'
is known around the country, and is home to more than seventy restaurants
and takeaways. Shaandaar, Hanaan and Lal Haweli are popular Indian restaurants
on 'the mile', and Saki Turkish Bar and Grill is well loved by locals. |
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Wong Chu is a traditional
Chinese restaurant; and Pan Asia a more upmarket establishment serving
Chinese, Japanese, Malaysian, Thai and Vietnamese dishes. Chaophraya comprises
a bar and gourmet Thai restaurant, with seating for 120 people.
Pubs/Bars
The Temple is one of 500
pubs in Manchester, but unique in its location inside a converted public
toilet. There is a wide selection of real ales, a unisex toilet and a jukebox
stocked with the works of Manchester bands.
Cocktail bars in the city
include Panacea, with a restaurant and selective door policy that attracts
celebrities; Pure Space, also serving tapas and situated above a Northern
Soul and funk club; Opus One, inside the 5* Radisson Edwardian Hotel; and
Mojo, presenting classic rock from the 50s to the 90s.
Canal Street is home to a
variety of lively gay bars. Queer has a 'men only' area and its own in-toilet
radio station; Tribeca & Bed is a 'New York Attic' style establishment,
with luxurious seating – including full-sized beds; and Churchill's presents
karaoke and talent contests in traditional pub surroundings.
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Nightclubs
One Central Street is located
in the basement of a Grade II listed building, and presents funky house
and disco four nights a week. The door policy is selective, and the bar
serves a variety of wines, beers and cocktails.
Sankeys is an award-winning
deep house, funky house, tribal and break beats club, boasting stylish
décor and top of the range sound system.
Essential is Manchester's
top gay club, with a strict gay-only door policy and a fashionably kitsch
décor that includes spiral staircases and neon lighting. |
The club is open four nights
a week, with live music events on Mondays, and commercial pop and funky
house the rest of the week.
5th Avenue is a popular indie
club, open six nights a week until 3am. Jilly's Rockworld presents rock,
metal and goth music four nights a week, with live music on Wednesdays,
and came third in Kerrang!'s 100 top UK club nights.
Shopping
Most of Manchester's plentiful
shopping streets are entirely pedestrianised, and some of the walkways
are covered. The Shambles and King Street are the places to find designer
clothes boutiques; St Ann's Arcade is home to a number of prestigious jewellery,
clothes and shoe stores; and Barton Arcade is a shopping and office complex.
The Arndale Centre comprises 200 high street shops and several restaurants,
with parking for 2000 cars.
Covering an area the size
of thirty football pitches, and comprising four separate shopping areas,
the Trafford Centre has been dubbed 'a temple to consumerism'. There is
parking for 10,000 cars, numerous leisure facilities and a children's play
area. There is also a multi-kiosk food hall, including a mini-Chinatown.
Sports
Manchester Aquatics Centre
is one of twenty leisure centres in the city, and contains two 50-metre
pools, a fitness studio, a workout studio, a health suite and sun beds.
There is a full programme of classes and groups, including 'women only'
sessions.
The Ten Acres Astro Centre
comprises an outdoor Astroturf pitch and sports hall.
The UK's main Olympic cycle
track is the Manchester Velodrome, which also contains twelve netball courts,
ten badminton courts and a basketball court. Cycling tuition is also available
for adults and children.
Manchester Golf Club and
The New North Manchester Golf Club are two of fifteen golf courses in the
area, and both comprise eighteen holes.
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Bewleys
Hotel Manchester Airport
This Manchester hotel is
conveniently close to the airport, near Wythenshawe Hall. Bewleys Hotel
Manchester Airport has a fitness facility. Business amenities at this 3.0-star
property include complimentary high-speed (wired) Internet access, meeting
rooms for small groups, and audio-visual equipment. Bewleys Hotel Manchester
Airport has a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/café.
Room service is available during limited hours. This property provides
a complimentary airport shuttle. Event facilities include conference rooms.
The staff can arrange event catering, dry cleaning/laundry services, currency
exchange, and express check-out. |
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Britannia
Airport Hotel South Manchester
This Manchester hotel is
conveniently situated near the airport. Wythenshawe Hall, Old Trafford,
and Lowry Art Gallery are area attractions. Britannia Airport Hotel South
Manchester has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. 24-hour room service is available.
This property provides an airport shuttle (surcharge). Business amenities
at this 3.0-star property consist of conference rooms and banquet facilities.
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. The staff can arrange currency exchange.
Additional amenities include self parking and an elevator (lift). |
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Marriott
Manchester Airport
Located in Manchester, this
spa hotel is conveniently close to the airport. Area attractions include
Wythenshawe Hall. Marriott Manchester Airport has a health club, an indoor
pool, a spa tub, a steam room, and a sauna. This 4.0-star Manchester property
features massage and treatment rooms, a hair salon, and spa services. Business
amenities at this 4.0-star property include a business center, wireless
Internet access, meeting rooms for small groups, and audio-visual equipment.
Marriott Manchester Airport has a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a coffee
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Radisson
Blu Hotel Manchester Airport
The Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester
Airport is conveniently located between airport terminals 1 and 2, allowing
guests direct access via the Skylink covered conveyor. Terminal 3 also
is within walking distance, and a shuttle provides service between the
train station and the hotel. Manchester Airport Train and Bus Station are
ideally situated in the heart of the airport complex and provide guests
with a direct connection to the Radisson Blu Hotel, Manchester Airport,
via the Skylink. This Manchester airport hotel affords easy travel to the
city's shopping district and famous attractions, including the Manchester
United Football Club, Trafford Centre and Manchester Evening News Arena. |
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Britannia
Hotel - Manchester City Centre
Sited in a prime location,
this premier hotel is near to city's financial sector, shopping, theatres
and the G-Mex Exhibition Centre. The hotel is also close to the famous
Chinatown and the village with myriad of bars and restaurants. Guests
are offered 363 comfortable bedrooms that are elegantly furnished and equipped
with a host of convenient amenities for a relaxing stay. Along with
its traditional intimate decor, the Cromptons French Restaurant offers
superb French and a la carte dishes with service to match. The Jenny's
Restaurant and Bar serves a sumptious 3 course carvery lunch and dinner,
big Britannia breakfast as well as extensive selection of hot and cold
dishes. |
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Jurys
Inn Manchester
Offering a unique level
of comfort as well as warm welcome in a sophisticated setting, this inn
creates a world of luxury and service that's hard to replicate. This
Manchester property is located beside the Concert Hall and Manchester Central
and is on the doorstep to the city's main shopping streets, cafes and bars.
This comfortable property offers 265 tastefully decorated and spacious
guest rooms that are facilitated with modern amenities to make you feel
pampered in comfort. Guests can enjoy delectable cuisine offered
in the tranquil atmosphere of the exclusive restaurant. |
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Palace
Hotel Manchester (The)
Situated in the heart of
the city, this contemporary hotel is beautifully placed within a short
stroll to Manchester Central, MICC, Piccadilly Station, China Town as well
as Manchester's chic bars and restaurants. Guestrooms are gracefully
designed and immaculately equipped with all modern appliances to ensure
the maximum level of comfort during your stay. The renowned on-site
restaurant, which serves an extensive a la carte menu is the ideal setting
for your dining needs. At leisure, guests can also discover the extensive
theatre, entertainment spots, Opera House, top nightclubs, Bridgewater
Hall and many other amusements that are available within minutes from the
hotel. |
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Radisson
Edwardian Manchester
This business-friendly city-center
property is located in Manchester, close to Manchester Central Library,
Manchester Central, and Albert Square. Also nearby are Bridgewater Hall
and John Rylands Library. Radisson Edwardian Manchester has an indoor pool,
a spa tub, a steam room, a sauna, and a fitness facility. The onsite spa
at this 5.0-star property offers massage and treatment rooms and beauty
services. Business amenities include a business center, complimentary wireless
Internet access, meeting rooms for small groups, and secretarial services.
Radisson Edwardian Manchester has a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a poolside
bar. |
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Renaissance
Manchester City Centre Hotel
This business-friendly hotel
is located in Manchester, close to Exchange Square, Royal Exchange Theatre,
and Manchester Cathedral. Also nearby are John Rylands Library and Albert
Square. Renaissance Manchester City Centre Hotel has a restaurant and a
bar/lounge. 24-hour room service is available. Business amenities at this
4.0-star property include a business center, wireless Internet access,
and audio-visual equipment. Business amenities at this 4.0-star property
consist of conference rooms and banquet facilities. The staff can arrange
event catering, dry cleaning/laundry services, currency exchange, and express
check-in. |
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