This fantastic tour looks at the wonderful architectural world of Art Nouveau and Art Deco through the prism of Manchester, with enthusiast and expert, Prof. Anne Anderson. As with so many other cities around the world, fuelled by the golden age of Hollywood and mass cinema and theatre attendances, Manchester was one of the UK cities that embraced Art Nouveau and Art Deco with the most vigour, leaving a legacy of outstanding buildings, which have survived the post-war building boom, both in the city centre and outlying suburbs. From civic and commercial buildings to churches, cinemas and galleries, Anne will take you on an inspirational journey back to the heyday of Art Nouveau and Art Deco a century ago.
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The wonderful Plaza Cinema, Stockport, including demonstration of its mighty Organ
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Guided walk of Manchester city centre’s Art Deco landmarks
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Extraordinary Art Deco Churches of St Nicholas, Burnage and All Angels, Wythenshawe
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1920s and 1930s paintings and sculptures at Manchester Art Gallery
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Largest collection of Tiffany in Europe at the Haworth Gallery, Accrington
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Edgar Wood's magnificent Arts & Crafts Church and Victoria Park
Brooklyn Hotel, Manchester
With a distinctly New York vibe, the brand new four-star Brooklyn Hotel is located in the Canal Street area close to the largest Chinatown in the country. Facilities at this stylish new landmark include Runyons Bar and Restaurant, Napoleon’s Casino (next door) and 9
th floor “Salvation” bar as well as very comfortable rooms with all modern amenities including TV, telephone, wifi, air-conditioning and tea/coffee making facilities.
Arriving by CarHead into Manchester towards Portland Street, head down it in a south westerly direction, you will see Hotel Brooklyn on your left hand side. At thetraffic lights turn left into Princess Street and then immediate left down the narrow Silver Street and left again into Abingdon Street. Hotel Brooklyn will be beside you on the right and you can drop off your luggage into the lobby from here. Local wardens offer a period of grace to check in before you seek the car park of your choice (please note below car parks are recommendation only and Hotel Brooklyn can’t guarantee spaces).
Simply drop off your bags and park your wagon at QPark Piazza, where guests can enjoy a 25% discount. This is a secure underground spot, ideal for those arriving late or travelling solo.
There’s also the nearby Chorlton Street Car Park, where our guests can enjoy a 40% discount.
Q PARK Piazza 75 St James Street M1 4BP max. height limit: 1.98m
Chorlton Street Car Park NCP M1 3FY max. height limit: 1.93m
To receive a discount please collect QR code from reception on your departure. Please note discount is only available when you pay at the pay station, not available to be redeemed online.