Manchester

City located 260 km northwest of London, Manchester is a former industrial city of 464,000 inhabitants with a very pronounced Victorian architecture. Note that this city formerly well known for its important industrialisation is known today for its famous football team (Manchester United) and its cultural wealth. Near Wales, Manchester might be a good gateway to discover this beautiful region.

When you go to Manchester, stroll along the canals and bridges of the city. Renowned to be "cool" Manchester is full of bars and restaurants you should not miss to soak up the atmosphere. You should also make sure to have some extra pocket money for shopping

The Lowry: theatre and gallery complex where plays, ballets and operas are performed. Museum with paintings and sculptures
Urbis : futuristic museum about inner-city life
Godlee Observatory (1902) from where you can see the whole city