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Centre of the Industrial revolution, now a vibrant and exciting city
North West England
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Manchester
Over the past 15 years Manchester has reinvented itself into a vibrant modern metropolis. It has become a shopper’s paradise and the endless blend of old and new bars and clubs, plus the wide selection of restaurants make it an awesome night out. There is plenty here for
the history lover, as Manchester clings on to its industrial history with museums and heritage abound. If you’re a sports fan then this city can also keep you busy with many top teams in a vast array of sporting genres. A free bus can transport you easily around the city centre, while the city’s tram system can take you to attractions a bit further out. 
Sports Central
Wherever we travel in the world people ask us here at Great British Trips where we're from. No sooner do the words 'Manchester...' leave our lips when the faces of our overseas friends light up with an exclamation of 'Manchester United!!!'. Manchester is in fact home to 2 top Premiership Football teams, United being the most famous club in the world and City the hot on the heels pretenders to the throne of Premiership dominance. Both clubs encourage visitors to their fascinating Museum and Stadium Tours. We highly recommend a visit to at least one. Click on the link below to add the tour to your itinerary!
Old Trafford Tour
Man City Stadium Tour
Activities
Manchester has a fantastic selection of museums most of which are free. The Museum of Science and technology is especially popular with children taking you through displays on the industrial revolution, science and transport. In March 2012 the Urbis Museum will re-open as the National Football Museum, a must for all fans of the beautiful game. The Legoland Discovery Centre is great for Kids. They can learn how lego is made, and build their own constructions taking advice from the master builder.
The Town Hall in Albert Square together with the unusual circular Central Library - the largest in the country, make a good start for a walking tour where you can also take in the Manchester Art Gallery. In Deansgate, one of the main shopping streets, the John Rylands Library is definitely worth a visit if only for the Victorian Gothic architecture, but also has a number of interesting literary displays.
Take a ride on Manchester’s tram out to Salford Quays where you’ll find the Lowry complex, which includes Lowry’s unmistakable paintings, a changing exhibition as well as theatre, cinema and shopping complex. Across the quays you can visit the Imperial War museum North. Nearby is the most famous football club in the world where you can check out the Manchester United museum.
What's nearby
Dunham Massey Park is a magnificent 300-acre deer park great for taking a relaxing stroll around. As well as being able to see the deer, you can visit the Georgian house and learn the story of the owners and the servants who lived here and visit Britain’s largest winter garden.
Tatton Park is a great place to visit if the weather is fine. The park includes a Japanese garden, a 1,000 acre deer park, a working farm and a number of delightful small shops and restaurant. The Old Hall offers a glimpse into the Middle Ages. The RHS flower show takes place here 21-25 July.
Lyme Park is a magnificent estate on the edge of the Peak District. Its wild remoteness and beauty contrast with one of the most famous country-house images in England – the backdrop to where Darcy meets Elizabeth in Pride and Prejudice.
Buxton, a small spa-town on the edge of the beautiful peak district is a short drive or train journey away. Buxton is a great base for exploring the many caverns at nearby Castleton.
The Industrial revolution of the world began in Manchester!
Noel Gallagher (Oasis), pointing to his heart.
