Architecture, shopping, culture, live music, top class restaurants, international sport…..and lots of it. Over recent years Manchester has firmly established itself as a destination city and a sporting capital.
Since hosting the 17th Commonwealth Games in 2002 an impressive sporting legacy remains in Manchester that extends way beyond the footballing roots the area has long been known for.
Less than two miles from Manchester’s city centre is Sportcity, the largest concentration of sporting venues in Europe. Developed for the Commonwealth Games from derelict land this area is now a hot bed for top class national and international sport.
The 48,000 seat City of Manchester Stadium is home to Manchester City Football Club and attracts football fans and players from across the world. The site also features Manchester Velodrome, The National Centre for Track Cycling, which is renowned as one of the best sporting venues of its kind in the world.
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The recent success of the Great Britain track team means massive home crowds can be found at sell out top flight events. There is also the opportunity for any budding cyclist to take to the boards and experience what it is like to ride in a velodrome with regular open sessions. It’s a real adrenaline experience and a must for all two wheel fans.
Sportcity is also home to the National Squash Centre, the 6,500 seat Manchester Regional Arena, English Institute of Sport, and the regional Tennis Centre as well as a state-of-the-art gymnasium. And next year the world’s first purpose built indoor BMX track will open at Sportcity.
It’s easy to see why many believe that Manchester is the UK’s sporting capital. With all this on offer if you are looking to take a break that involves more than just shops and restaurants (although Manchester has plenty of these too) then head to the North West for a slice of sporting heaven.
But wait! One problem… where to start?! Well, luckily, Sportsister (along with a little help from lastminute.com) has done the hard work for you and compiled some of Manchester’s best kept secrets (though we’re sure they won’t stay secret for long!) Take a browse at the links above to see what there is on offer or visit lastminute.com for more details and trip ideas.
