Manchester is commonly referred to the capital of the North of England. It is the home to commercial and creative entrepreneurship that rivals many cities throughout Europe.

This vibrant metropolitan area has a diverse and eclectic cultural mix offering visitors memorable experiences to suit all tastes. Its highlights including the renown arts space The Lowry with its mission statement to be the ‘most successful Arts Venue in the world’ the famous Yang Sing Restaurant in Manchester’s China Town, it is the home to the UK’s longest running and most popular TV series and has a well deserved reputation as pioneers in youth theatre.

With its arts galleries, theatres, live music venues and tradition for outdoor arts and festivals Manchester is a perfect city to host Showcase.