Manchester

A modern, vibrant city with the excellent shopping centre, nightlife and arts that you would expect from one of the UK's major cities.

Shopping in Manchester's Exchange Square and the Imperial War Museum building.

The Lowry at Salford Quays houses a collection of paintings by the famous artist as well as changing exhibitions and two theatres. Tel: 0870 787 5780.

The Imperial War Museum North sits on the Manchester Quays in an impressive modernist building designed by Daniel Libeskind. Tel: 0161 836 4000.

The Trafford Centre is one of the UK's major shopping centres with over 230 stores, 60 restaurants, bars and cafes, and a 20 screen cinema. Tel: 0161 749 1717.

Manchester is about one hour's drive from our Chester holiday cottage or just over an hour by train from Chester station.

Find out more

• Visitmanchester.com has up to date information for visitors including events, cafes, bars, restaurants and nightlife. Tel: 0871 222 8223.