Practical Information in Manchester
Bring your credit card for Manchester’s superb city centre shopping – and good tonsils for chanting at a Manchester derby – the hotly contested football matches between local archrivals Man United and Man City. Pack a warm jumper and umbrella in winter.
GMT
GMT precisely (+1 in summertime).
Money
Pound sterling (£) is the currency.
Visas
Each country has its own regulations and restrictions for its visitors. Find specific visa information for your destination.
Health
Travelling to (sub) tropical destinations means taking care of your health. Read more about health issues for the area you're visiting.
Electricity
240V AC, 50 Hz, square three-pin plugs are standard.
Dialling Code
+44 (national), (0)161 + seven-figure number (Manchester).
Manchester Tourist Info
Travel Insurance
Read more and open a travel insurance policy straightaway.
Fit In
For women, don one-off pieces and funky jewellery for the bohemian Northern Quarter and casual elegance for exclusive King Street. For men, street cool and designer-lite gear is the norm rather than baggy throwbacks.
Public Holidays 2011-2012
- Good Friday 22 Apr
- Easter Monday 25 Apr
- Royal Wedding Bank Holiday 29 Apr
- Early May Bank Holiday 2 May
- Spring Bank Holiday 30 May
- Summer Bank Holiday 29 August
- Boxing Day 26 Dec
- Christmas Day Holiday 27 Dec (substitute day as Christmas falls on a Sunday)
- New Year's Day 2 Jan (substitute day as New Year falls on a Sunday)
