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Britain's 2nd city

by deeper_blue - last update: Sep 18, 2005

Manchester's location
I lived in Manchester for over 2 years, so I got to know it pretty well. There are many sides to the city, some rough, some trendy. People are generally warm and very talkative but there are plenty of oddballs about.
One distinct advantage it holds over London is the close proximity to other major cities, for example Liverpool, Leeds, Newcastle, Stoke also the Lake District is close at hand.
All in all it is a pretty trendy place, although you will have to put up with the never ending rain. In short there is something for everyone.

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Pros:"Shopping, Man Utd, nightclubs, northern hospitality, closeness to other cities."
Cons:"Drugs scene, a few loadmouth idiots."
In A Nutshell:"Trendy but rough"
deeper_blue's Manchester Travel Tips

OverviewThings to Do
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Restaurants
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Hotels & Accommodations
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Nightlife
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Off The Beaten Path
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Tourist TrapsWarnings Or Dangers
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Transportation
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Local Customs
 
Packing Lists
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Shopping
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Sports Travel
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General Tips
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Comments for deeper_blue about Manchester
bugalugs Sat Oct 9, 2004 20:49 UTC
 Well if all scallies were like Del Boy it wouldnt be as bad as it was! A good Manchester page and some interesting facts.
nandywell Sun Sep 19, 2004 15:33 UTC
 Nice to read about places close to my home town
Joan40 Sun Jul 4, 2004 22:20 UTC
 Hi Georgey, see you've got Manchester sussed. Actually on the Curry Mile a new "Jerk" restaraunt has just opened. "Vernon's Jerk Paradise" :-)
dvideira Sun May 23, 2004 07:48 UTC
 Great job on this page, Georgey. Thanks for the helpful tips.
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