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About The Manchester Town Hall...Manchester's neo-Gothic masterpiece

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This magnificent building was designed in Victorian Gothic style by Alfred Waterhouse and opened in 1877. Amongst it's many treasures are the Ford Maddox Brown murals which are monument to the ideas of Victorian Manchester portraying science, invention, education, trade and textile industry.

At 286 feet above Albert Square, the breathtaking Clock Tower with its 24 bells is the centrepiece of this architectural wonder. Both inside and out, you will find fascinating and beautiful features which reflect the history of our proud city. From the statue of the Roman governor who established the fort of Mamucium to the murals of Ford Maddox Brown which recount the heritage of Manchester.

Vaulted ceilings, neo-Gothic styling, rich decorations, mosaics, statues and stunning stairways make the Town Hall one of the real jewels in Manchester's crown.

Manchester Town Hall
Albert Sq
Manchester
UK
M2 5DB

T: +44 (0)161 234 1892
W: www.manchester.gov.uk

Local Area - City Centre Manchester

Visit Manchester

Visit Manchester is a great resource for finding out what's going on in Manchester, where to stay, eat and party!

www.visitmanchester.com
T: 0871 221 8223

Some Useful Links to City Attractions

Manchester United Football Club - The vast majority of match tickets will sell to members only and although there are occasional exceptions, it is unusual for Premier League games to be sold to non-members. Tours can be arranged or visit the museum or club shop. | www.manutd.com

The Lowry Theatre - The Lowry is a spectacular home to the arts and entertainment with a wealth of activity under the roof of one magnificent building. | www.thelowry.com

Manchester Art Gallery - Whether you've got 10 minutes, all day, are on your own or have the children with you, come in. You don't have to like everything inside. And you don't need to be an expert to enjoy a visit. The collection is made up of fine art (paintings, drawings and sculpture) and decorative art from ancient pottery to 21st century furniture. They're probably most famous for their Pre-Raphaelite paintings but all periods are covered, including what's happening now. | www.manchestergalleries.org

Museum of Science & Industry - The Museum is based on the site of the oldest passenger railway station in the world. The huge, 7 acre site has five historic buildings packed with fascinating exhibitions, hands-on galleries, historic working machinery and superb Special Exhibitions. | www.mosi.org.uk

Urbis - A staggering example of modern architecture and a recent addition to Manchester's exhibition centres. On your visit you can explore exhibitions about contemporary art & design, urban gardening, the city environment and the people who make our cities what they are. | www.urbis.org.uk

Accommodation

Premier Travel Inn (Portland St)

Star Rating

***

Contact Details

112-114 Portland Street
Manchester
M1 4WB
www.premierinn.com
+44 (0)870 238 3315

Cost per person per night

Twin

£31 (Bed only – Breakfast £7.50/£2.95)
£31 surcharge for single occupancy

Distance from Town Hall

5 min walk

Room facilities

Ensuite, Tea & Coffee, Hairdryers, TV

Hotel Facilities

Restaurant & Licensed bar

Car Parking

£7.30 per 24 hrs in nearby NCP on Oxford St

Check in/Check out times

Check in from 1400 hours onwards
Check out by 1200 hours

Premier Travel Inn (GMEX)

Star Rating

***

Contact Details

7-11 Lower Mosley St
Manchester
M2 3DW
www.premierinn.com
+44 (0)870 990 6444

Cost per person per night

Twin

£31 (Bed only – Breakfast £7.50/£2.95)
£31 surcharge for single occupancy

Distance from Town Hall

5 min walk

Room facilities

Ensuite, Tea & Coffee, Hairdryers

Hotel Facilities

Restaurant & Licensed bar

Car Parking

£9.50 per 24 hrs in nearby NCP on Watson St

Check in/Check out times

Check in from 1400 hours onwards
Check out by 1200 hours

Premier Travel Inn (Deansgate Locks)

Star Rating

***

Contact Details

Gaythorne
River Street
Manchester
M15 5FJ
www.premierinn.com
+44 (0)870 990 6504

Cost per person per night

Twin

£31 (Bed only – Breakfast £7.50/£2.95)
£31 surcharge for single occupancy

Distance from Town Hall

15 min walk / 5 min drive

Room facilities

Ensuite, Tea & Coffee, Hairdryers

Hotel Facilities

Restaurant & Licensed bar

Car Parking

Free

Check in/Check out times

Check in from 1400 hours onwards
Check out by 1200 hours.

Ibis Hotel


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Star Rating

***

Contact Details

96 Portland Street
Manchester
M1 4GY
www.ibishotel.com
+44 (0)161 234 0600

Cost per person per night

Twin

£31.50 (Bed only – Breakfast £6.00)
£31.50 surcharge for single

Single

£49 - £55 (Bed only – Breakfast £6.00)

Distance from Town Hall

3 min drive

Room facilities

Ensuite, Tea & Coffee, Hairdryers, TV

Hotel Facilities

City centre, near China Town. Restaurant & Licensed bar

Car Parking

£16.00 for 24hrs in Q Park at the back of  the building

Check in/Check out times

Check in from 1400 hours onwards
Check out by 1200 hours

Midland Hotel

Star Rating

****

Contact Details

Peter St
Manchester
M60 2DS
+44 (0)161 236 3333
midland@qhotels.co.uk                                                                                    www.qhotels.co.uk/hotels/

Cost per person per night

Twin

£62.50
£62.50 surcharge for single occupancy.
Book by the 20 September 08 and quote “The Great British Salsa Experience” to obtain the above discounted rate.

Distance from Town Hall

3 min walk

Room facilities

Room service, air conditioning, tea/coffee making, hair dryer, refrigerator, in-room safe, cable/satellite TV, telephone/modem point, hairdryers.  

Hotel Facilities

City centre, Spa & leisure facilities, listed building very close to the Town Hall. Award-winning restaurants, WiFi.

Car Parking

£15.50 for 24hrs in GMEX NCP next to hotel.

Check in/Check out times

Check in from 1400 hours onwards
Check out by 1200 hours

Palace Hotel

Star Rating

****

Contact Details

Cost per person per night

Twin

£62.50
£62.50 surcharge for single occupancy.

Triple

£48.50 (PPPN)
Quote “The Great British Salsa Experience” to obtain these discounted rates, which are subject to availability.

Distance from Town Hall

3 min walk

Room facilities

Room service, air conditioning, tea/coffee making, hair dryer, refrigerator, in-room safe, cable/satellite TV, telephone/modem point, hairdryers 

Hotel Facilities

Historic prestigious listed building.  Spa and Leisure facilities, bar, restaurant, dry cleaning, business & concierge services.

Car Parking

£8.50 for 24hrs at Euro Parking next to hotel.

Check in/Check out times

Check in from 1400 hours onwards
Check out by 1100 hours

Holiday Inn (Manchester West)

Star Rating

****

Contact Details

Liverpool St
Manchester
M5 4LT
Reservations: +44 (0) 870 400 9092
Front Desk: +44 (0)161 743 0080
www.holidayinn.co.uk
reception@himanchester-west.co.uk

Cost per person per night

Twin

£30.00 (for 3 nights Fri/Sat/Sun)

Single

Fri night: £51 / Sat night: £76

Distance from Town Hall

1.8 miles to town hall - 10 min drive
25 min in taxi from Manchester Airport

Room facilities

Satellite TV, Tea/coffee making, Ensuite, Wireless Internet, Ironing board.

Hotel Facilities

Restaurant, Wifi in public areas

Car Parking

Free 80 Spaces

Check in/Check out times

Check in from 1400 hours onwards
Check out by 1100 hours

YHA Manchester

Star Rating

Contact Details

Potato Wharf
Castlefield
Manchester
M3 4NB
Tel: +44 (0)161  839 9960
www.yhamanchester.org.uk
manchester@yha.org.uk

Cost per person per night

Single (dormitory rooms)

£21.95

Twin

£25.00

Breakfast included in all rates

Non YHA member supplement: £3.00

Distance from Town Hall

Hotel Facilities

This is a very modern and smart city centre hostel, open 24 hrs.  The dormitory rooms are no more than 4/6 bed. All twin rooms are ensuite. Facilities include: Communal TV room, games room, kitchen for those wishing to cook themselves and a very reasonably priced restaurant.

Car Parking

Free 20 Spaces

Check in/Check out times

Check in from 1400 hours onwards
Check out by 1000 hours

Travel & Parking

By car

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Parking is often difficult around the Town Hall complex. You may be able to find a space in one of the pay and display parking bays. There are a small number of spaces reserved for disabled drivers at the front of Central Library in St Peter's Square. You must have a disabled parking permit to use one of these spaces. In addition, there is limited space on Lloyd Street directly outside the Town Hall for disabled drivers and contractors - please view our parking notice on the right.

There are a number of car parks in Manchester city centre operated by NCP. Contact them on 0870 606 7050 or visit their website to find out where they are and current charges.

By train or Metrolink

If you are travelling to Manchester by train you can get a Metrolink tram from Piccadilly, Victoria and Deansgate train stations to St Peter's Square, which is the nearest Metrolink station to the Town Hall complex.

Buses to Manchester

The cheapest form of transport into Manchester from outside the city is likely to be the bus service. National Express run many services which culminate very close to the venue and the hotels listed.

Buses within Manchester

There are bus stops in St Peter's Square, Albert Square and on Princess Street. For more details about buses to the Town Hall please contact the Greater Manchester Passenger Transport Executive on 0161 228 7811.

By Air

The nearest airport to the event is Manchester International. Manchester is well serviiced by all the major airlines. Liverpool and Leeds/Bradford Airports are approximately 45mins and 1hr 15mins away by car respectively. Use the form filler below to search for flights to Manchester.

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