Manchester

Manchester pulls in serious football fans for Old Trafford pilgrimages and Premier League away days, whilst its gig calendar rivals any UK city. The Northern Quarter thrums with independent bars and street art, the Etihad Stadium draws another faithful crowd, and weekend breaks here pack concert venues, museums and decent food scenes into compact walkable neighbourhoods. Budget airlines keep fares competitive from most UK airports.

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