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The motel chain has been given the Soho House treatment. Pictured: Mollie’s Bristol.

Retro UK motels get the Soho House treatment

American-style roadside stays aren’t typically associated with Britain, but new budget-luxe chain Mollie’s dares to change all that.

  • by Sonia Taylor
Aviva Studios is the backdrop to the Manchester International Festival Square.

There’s a cool new $400 million Factory in buzzing Manchester

The UK’s largest and most expensive arts hub since London’s Tate Modern is cutting-edge, taking inspiration from the city’s storied past.

  • by Steve McKenna
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Six of the best new Manchester hotels

From industrial-chic to contemporary cool, these sleeps boost the self-proclaimed “Capital of England’s North”.

  • by Steve McKenna
The National Football Museum is an essential visit for anyone who loves "the beautiful game".

National Football Museum, Manchester UK: A fitting tribute to 'the beautiful game'

This tribute to "the beautiful game" occupies a prime spot in Manchester’s central entertainment quarter.

  • by Steve Meacham
Manchester Airport feels like an unplanned hodge-podge, with extra concrete buildings hurriedly tacked on over time.

Airport review: Manchester, UK

Manchester Airport wants to be a world class hub. But it will never make the top tier until it puts keeping passengers happy above making money from them.

  • by David Whitley
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Anyone with even a slight interest in football will probably find something to enjoy in Manchester's National Football Museum.

Travel tips and advice for Manchester, England: The nine things you should do

Manchester is one of the world's great sporting cities, and a lot of that is down to Manchester United.

  • by David Whitley
Terminal 2 check-in, Manchester airport.

Airport review: Manchester Terminal 2

Entirely lacking in flair but highly functional, apart from the security process - that, you're going to hate.

  • by David Whitley
The Home Arts Centre in Manchester.

Manchester, UK: From the Sex Pistols to The Smiths - Sounds of Manchester walking tour

A walking tour gives visitors an insight into this northern British city's musical pedigree.

  • by Tim Richards
Manchester's Christmas Market with food stalls, bars, Christmas decorations and gift stalls.

Magical Christmas markets in Manchester: Why it is worth travelling at Christmas

Manchester's street buzz and air of affluence kick into high gear in December when its Christmas markets pull in the festive crowds.

  • by Brian Johnston
Manchester, England.

Manchester, UK: The new 'cool' capital north of London

As reinventions go, England's cool capital of the north delivers an impressive result.

  • by Brian Johnston

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