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Venue
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About The Manchester Town Hall...Manchester's neo-Gothic masterpiece
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
W: www.manchester.gov.uk
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Local Area - City Centre Manchester
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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
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Accommodation
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(1) Premier Travel Inn (Portland St)
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Star Rating
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***
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Contact Details
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Cost per person per night
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Twin
£31 (Bed only – Breakfast £7.50/£2.95)
£31 surcharge for single occupancy
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Distance from Town Hall
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5 min walk
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Room facilities
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Ensuite, Tea & Coffee, Hairdryers, TV
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Hotel Facilities
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Restaurant & Licensed bar
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Car Parking
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£7.30 per 24 hrs in nearby NCP on Oxford St |
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Check in/Check out times
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Check in from 1400 hours onwards
Check out by 1200 hours |
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(2) Premier Travel Inn (GMEX)
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Star Rating
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***
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Contact Details
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Cost per person per night
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Twin
£31 (Bed only – Breakfast £7.50/£2.95)
£31 surcharge for single occupancy
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Distance from Town Hall
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5 min walk
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Room facilities
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Ensuite, Tea & Coffee, Hairdryers
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Hotel Facilities
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Restaurant & Licensed bar
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Car Parking
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£9.50 per 24 hrs in nearby NCP on Watson St |
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Check in/Check out times
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Check in from 1400 hours onwards
Check out by 1200 hours |
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(3) Premier Travel Inn (Deansgate Locks)
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Star Rating
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***
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Contact Details
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Cost per person per night
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Twin
£31 (Bed only – Breakfast £7.50/£2.95)
£31 surcharge for single occupancy
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Distance from Town Hall
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15 min walk / 5 min drive
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Room facilities
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Ensuite, Tea & Coffee, Hairdryers
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Hotel Facilities
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Restaurant & Licensed bar
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Car Parking
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Free |
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Check in/Check out times
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Check in from 1400 hours onwards
Check out by 1200 hours. |
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(4) Ibis Hotel
Click the link above to be taken directly to book at the Ibis Hotel
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Star Rating
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***
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Contact Details
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Cost per person per night
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Twin
£31.50 (Bed only – Breakfast £6.00)
£31.50 surcharge for single
Single
£49 - £55 (Bed only – Breakfast £6.00)
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Distance from Town Hall
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3 min drive
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Room facilities
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Ensuite, Tea & Coffee, Hairdryers, TV
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Hotel Facilities
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City centre, near China Town. Restaurant & Licensed bar
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Car Parking
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£16.00 for 24hrs in Q Park at the back of the building |
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Check in/Check out times
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Check in from 1400 hours onwards
Check out by 1200 hours |
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(5) Midland Hotel
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Star Rating
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****
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Contact Details
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Cost per person per night
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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.
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Distance from Town Hall
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3 min walk
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Room facilities
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Room service, air conditioning, tea/coffee making, hair dryer, refrigerator, in-room safe, cable/satellite TV, telephone/modem point, hairdryers.
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Hotel Facilities
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City centre, Spa & leisure facilities, listed building very close to the Town Hall. Award-winning restaurants, WiFi.
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Car Parking
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£15.50 for 24hrs in GMEX NCP next to hotel. |
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Check in/Check out times
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Check in from 1400 hours onwards
Check out by 1200 hours |
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(6) Palace Hotel
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Star Rating
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****
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Contact Details
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Cost per person per night
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Double
£57.50 surcharge for single occupancy.
Triple
£45.00 (PPPN)
Quote “The Great British Salsa Experience” to obtain these discounted rates, which are subject to availability.
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Distance from Town Hall
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3 min walk
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Room facilities
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Room service, air conditioning, tea/coffee making, hair dryer, refrigerator, in-room safe, cable/satellite TV, telephone/modem point, hairdryers
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Hotel Facilities
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Historic prestigious listed building. Spa and Leisure facilities, bar, restaurant, dry cleaning, business & concierge services.
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Car Parking
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£8.50 for 24hrs at Euro Parking next to hotel. |
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Check in/Check out times
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Check in from 1400 hours onwards
Check out by 1100 hours |
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(7) Holiday Inn (Manchester West)
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Star Rating
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****
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Contact Details
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Cost per person per night
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Twin£31.15 (for 3 nights Fri/Sat/Sun) SingleFri night: £51 / Sat night: £85
Breakfast is £20 per room per night.
The price we are quoting is an 'advance booking' rate and is not refundable (though you don't need to book it until 7 days before).
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Distance from Town Hall
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1.8 miles to town hall - 10 min drive
25 min in taxi from Manchester Airport
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Room facilities
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Satellite TV, Tea/coffee making, Ensuite, Wireless Internet, Ironing board.
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Hotel Facilities
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Restaurant, Wifi in public areas
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Car Parking
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Free 80 Spaces |
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Check in/Check out times
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Check in from 1400 hours onwards
Check out by 1100 hours |
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(8) YHA Manchester
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Star Rating
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Contact Details
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Cost per person per night
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Single (dormitory rooms)
£21.95
Twin
£25.00
Breakfast included in all rates
Non YHA member supplement: £3.00
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Distance from Town Hall
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Hotel Facilities
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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.
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Car Parking
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Free 20 Spaces |
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Check in/Check out times
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Check in from 1400 hours onwards
Check out by 1000 hours |
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Travel & Parking
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By train or Metrolink
GBSEx strongly recommend that you take the train to Manchester. Oxford Rd train station is just a 3 minute walk to the venue and is opposite the Palace Hotel. Piccadily and Victoria stations are either a 5min cab or tram ride to the venue. Parking is limited and can be expensive unless you are using one of the hotels offering a deal. The venue, all hotels and the vibrant city centre is all on your doorstep and easily walked....plus you get to sleep on the train home!
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.
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.
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 or try
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