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Benefits of Holding Conferences In the North West

Tuesday, November 24th, 2009

meetingInnovation and major developments in cities across the north west has lead to a rising number of conferences being held in the area. But what does the area have to offer and why are institutions like the government starting to hold conferences here? What do these cities have that is starting to make them a much more attractive prospect than london?

Reduced Costs

London and other southern cities are nuturiously expensive which means holding a conference can put a huge dent in a companies budget. Manchester, Leeds and other leading north west cities are considerably cheaper because cost of accommodation and living is much lower.

Large organisations often hold single annual conferences because of the costs involved but holding them in cheaper locations might enable them to hold several each year. These conferences are often key to large businesses so creating opportunities for more conferences is vital.
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Things To Do In Warrington

Monday, November 23rd, 2009

warringtonWarrington is a picturesque town asteeped in history and surrounded by beautiful countryside. Visitors to the area are sometimes unaware of whats on offer in this beautiful town and that is why we at Padington House Hotel have put together a small guide.

Endless Walks

Warrington has over 800 hectares of publicly owned park land which is all reachable from the town center. This vast space is covered in amazing foresteries and public gardens.

If you are looking for a good long walk and want to take in views of the vast and open countryside then a walk around the Mersey Forest area is for you. Walks here could easily last a day and many trails are on offer.

For those who prefer a slower way of life and love wildlife then the Burntwood Nature Park could be for you. The park is open all year round and very popular with families.
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Da Vinci At the Museum of Science & Industry

Wednesday, November 11th, 2009

vinciAn exhibition dedicated to one of the world’s most talented artists opens on saturday the 14th of November in Manchester’s very own Museum of Science and Industry. The brand new exhibition is set to feature a range of works covering everything from original works to recreations using todays most advanced technologies. The museum is expecting the spectacle to be a roaring success as it is said to be the most comprehensive exhibition on the artist to date.

Leonardo Da Vince is of course renowned for his Mona Lisa painting but his works include a fantastic range of sculpture and art pieces. Many of these works are stored in museums around the world as they are considered to precious to be put on public display.

One of the most exciting features of the exhibition is said to be the ‘Secrets of the Mona Lisa’. This fascinating piece of work uses a high end digital camera to photograph the amazing portrait. The camera used had a staggering 240 million mega pixels and was specially developed by French engineer and artist Pascal Cotte. The camera was needed to create the worlds only 360 degree image of the painting and more excitingly reveals 25 secrets about the painting. We won’t spoil those for you.

The exhibition as a whole provides an insight into the life, the art and the magic of this artist and will not want to be missed. This is a must see exhibition for art lovers and of course the museum has plenty of other exhibitions running if this is not your thing.

You can book Da Vinci tickets here.

Take In Chester’s River Culture

Tuesday, November 10th, 2009

deeChester is as beautiful as it is old and one of its highlights is the River Dee. This magnificent river flows through the heart of Chester and brings abundance of opportunities for things to do. The river which is over 70 miles long and travels through England and Wales.

One of the most impressive attractions on the river is the Chester boat cruise. The cruise runs most days of the year and at regular intervals. It is often one of the most talked about attractions as it offers unusual views of the city. The river is also full of life and people get to take in the warm atmosphere of the area. It is worth mentioning that cruises are very popular in summer and you should book before hand.

If a more hands on approach is for you then you can hire pedalos. These can be hired extremely cheaply and is great fun for the family.

Of course boats are not for everyone but don’t worry as the promenade on the water front has plenty to offer. The local restaurants offer a range of different quisines and there is something to suit everyones budgets. The area also has several bars and there is nothing quite like watching the boats go by as you sip on a cool beverage.

The 19th century bandstand on the waterfront is also extremely popular. Bands perform every weekend in the summer and the music ranges from Jazz to Rock. The bandstand is very popular with locals and is not something you will find in many other places.
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Manchester Prepares For Christmas with Lights Switch-On

Friday, November 6th, 2009

chlightsWith the festive season just around the corner Manchester has begun its preparations. On the 12th of November the lights will be officially turned on at cities town hall in Albert Square.

Having gained a reputation for hosting one of the biggest Christmas celebration events in the north Manchester is lining up a whole host of activities and events for the season. The turning on the lights ceremony will open the season and this year the honourable task of pressing the switch has been given to X Factor winner Alexander Burke. Organisers are expecting a record attendance this year.

Keeping in tradition with the last few years the Christmas lights ceremony will feature live music, fireworks and general family fun. The fireworks are not one to be missed as they light up the cities skies in spectacular fashion and well worth a visit for any visitors coming to the area.

The Christmas lights ceremony is not the only thing going on in the city on the 12th as in Spinningfields the ice rink officially opens. The rink was a great success last year and people can easily head on over to the rink before and after the ceremony. Spinningfields is about a five to ten minute walk from the town hall and will be a regular attraction in the coming months.
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