Tuesday, October 24, 2006

Mayhem in Manchester

Home of Manchester United, Coronation Street and the Madchester scene, Manchester's sure to have all the right ingredients for a top stag or hen event.

Manchester has cheered up and modernised itself somewhat since its gloomy industrial days of yore and now, thanks in part to its huge student population, is one of the most forward-looking and fun-loving cities in the UK.

For a city that has given birth to such musical institutions as Oasis, The Smiths, New Order, the Hacienda and, er, Simply Red, it is hardly surprising that Manchester continues to have a thriving musical scene, with a range of concert listings and club nights that few other cities can beat.

The vibrant Northern Quarter regularly draws visitors with its mix of stylish bars and cafes, while the shopping is unsurpassed, whether you're after high street names, bohemian boutiques or designer shopping.

Culture vultures will appreciate the city's range of art galleries, museums and avant garde theatre and cinema venues, while for a night on the town, many will enjoy an evening at a casino or a trip to the friendly gay village.

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