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Manchester’s reputation as a sporting city is second to none, and its sporting history is long and proud, from various victories in football to the recent 2002 Commonwealth Games.

Thousands flock to the city every year for the prestigious events, the wealth of facilities and, of course, its glorious sporting past.

A visit to the city is not complete without a trip to Old Trafford – home to Manchester United, the most famous football team in the world. Match tickets may be hard to come by but fans can soak up the atmosphere behind-the-scenes on the stadium tour and gaze at the dazzling array of trophies in the museum. Manchester City have interactive exhibits at the Manchester City Experience and Heritage Centre and tours are available of the stunning City of Manchester Stadium.

The legacy of the XVII Commonwealth Games has given Manchester some fantastic sporting facilities – open to visitors and sports men and women alike. Sportcity is home to the National Squash Centre, Manchester’s Table Tennis Centre and the superb National Cycling Centre – featuring the world’s fastest cycling track.

Cricket fans -watch superb English county and test match cricket at Old Trafford - The Home Of Lancashire County Cricket Club

Lancashire CCC
Cricket Ground
Old Trafford
Manchester
M16 OPX
Telephone 0161 282 4000