Known as the capital of the north, Manchester is one of England's leading cities and Manchester was actually the world's first industrial city. Famous for its proud industrial heritage, high profile music scene, world-class football, prestigious theatres, historic architecture and influential artistic community, Manchester has entered the new millennium with vitality and confidence. Manchester is one of the most vibrant and dynamic places in the UK. Across the Greater Manchester region, you'll find a wonderful variety of things to see, do and experience. Whether shopping, eating out, cultural pursuits, outdoor activities or anything in-between, Manchester is an ideal choice.

Manchester commands an excellent geographical position with fantastic transport links close to hand. Motorways, rail and air connections offer superb links to and from surrounding cities, counties and the wider region. Manchester Airport handles 22 million passengers a year traveling to over 200 destinations. These international flights, provided by the major airlines such as British Airways, are matched by excellent national and local links. Manchester Airport's The Station, operated by First TransPennine Express, is a unique transport interchange combining bus, coach and train services all under one roof.