Art Nouveau and Art Deco Tour in Manchester
Art Nouveau and Art Deco Tour in Manchester
4 Days
Visiting: Manchester, Middleton
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Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
15 - 25
Age range:
18-90
Special diets catered:
Vegans, Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
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.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1:
Location: Manchester
Arrive independently at the Brooklyn Hotel, Manchester from 15.00. This evening there will be a welcome drink, dinner with wine and talk from Prof. Anne Anderson – ‘An Overview of Art Nouveau and Art Deco Buildings in the Greater Manchester Region'.
Day 2: Manchester City Centre, St Nicholas Church, Burnage And St Michael And All Angels, Wythenshawe.
Location: Manchester
Our day of architectural immersion starts with a guided walk, led by Anne Anderson of the North and East districts of central Manchester, which will take in the exteriors of several significant Art Deco landmarks, including the Daily Express Building, reminiscent of their London office in Fleet Street, King Street Bank, the Town Hall extensions including Central Library and Rates Hall, St Peter’s Square Cenotaph and Charles Sargeant Jagger’s Memorial Sentry statue. After free time for lunch (not included), we head out of the city to see two extraordinary churches. The first being St Nicholas at Burnage, the first church designed by the architect Nugent Francis Cachemaille Day, built in 1931 and desbrided by architectural historian Sir Nicholas Pevsner as "a milestone in the history of church architecture in England." From here we head west to the church of St Michael and All Angels at Wythenshawe, another of Cachemaille Day’s creations, this time from 1937, star-shaped with impressive stained glass windows and chandelier. Dinner in the hotel restaurant.
Day 3: First Church Of Christ Scientist, Fallowfield, Plaza Cinema Stockport And Manchester Art Gallery.
Location: Manchester
Our first visit of the day is to the Art Nouveau First Church of Christ Scientist at Fallowfield, close to the city centre, now known as the Edgar Wood Centre, Victoria Park. Designed by Edgar Wood in 1903, the Church is a grade one listed building, regarded by Pevsner as “one of the most original buildings of that time in England” and “the only religious building in Lancashire that would be indispensable in a survey of twentieth century church design in all England.” From here, we visit the Art Deco cinema masterpiece - Stockport Plaza Super Cinema and Variety Theatre, that has been lovingly restored, with regular film showings as well as plays, pantomine and other performances. We’ll get to hear its famous organ as we tour the building. We will have free time for lunch at the cinemas cafe (not included) before our final visit of the day to the excellent Manchester Art Gallery to continue our study of the art and design of this period by viewing the superb 1920s and 1930s paintings and sculptures on show. Second talk by Anne – ‘From Arts & Crafts to Art Nouveau: Edgar Wood to Tiffany’ followed by dinner at the hotel.
Day 4: The Arts & Crafts Church And Edgar Wood Buildings, Middleton And The Haworth Gallery, Accrington.
Location: Middleton
Our first visit today is to Middleton to visit The Arts & Crafts Church, a stunning masterpiece designed by Edgar Wood. We will also have a guided walking tour of the other Edgar Wood experimental buildings and see how he gradually changed the Arts & Crafts into art deco. Our final visit of the day and the tour will be the Haworth Art Gallery, Lancashire’s finest Arts & Crafts house and garden. Designed by the architect, Walter Brierley it houses the internationally important Tiffany Glass Museum, home to the largest collection of Tiffany in Europe. It was bequeathed by Joseph Briggs, a young engraver in Accrington, who emigrated to America and worked his way up to become Tiffany’s right hand man and, eventually, the President of the company. His intention was that his collection should be for the people of Accrington. Lunch will be included at the gallery before a free flow visit of its rooms, Tiffany collecton and gardens. Return to the hotel for approximately 16.30.
What's Included
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Three nights' bed and breakfast at the four-star Brooklyn Hotel, based on shared occupancy of a twin/double room
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Welcome reception and first night dinner with wine
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Second night dinner at the hotel restaurant (no wine)
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Third night private dinner (no wine)
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Light lunch at the Haworth Gallery
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All talks, guided tours and admission fees
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Coach transfers for selected visits
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Prof. Anne Anderson and tour manager throughout
What's Not Included
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Transport to the hotel is not included
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Hotel Car Parking
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Double for Sole use supplement
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Extra nights on bed and breakfast basis
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Holiday insurance
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Meals other than those stated
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Items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone calls etc
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Porterage and gratuities
Accommodation
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 9th 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 Car
Head 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.
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Your Lecturer
Prof. Anne Anderson
Prof. Anne Anderson author, broadcaster and Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries, was a senior lecturer at Southampton Solent University for 14 years, specialising in the Arts and Crafts, Art Nouveau and Modernism.Anne's career as an international speaker has taken her all over the world and her TV credits include the BBC'sFlog It!. Anne has received a rapturous response from or customers at the many Travel Editions UK lectures and tours as well as a host of tours overseas and her knowledge, wit and enthusiasm bring her beloved subjects to life in whatever location she finds them.Please note that all our UK tours start and finish at the relevant hotel. You can normally check in from 3pm onwards but hotels will always be happy to store your luggage if you arrive earlier in the day.
For full details of how to get to the hotel, directions and the nearest train station, please click on the hotel website or call our office for details. These will also be sent automatically with your confirmation.
The welcome reception and first evening dinner / talk will commence at about 6pm - full details will be sent with your joining instructions about 10 days prior to the arrival date.
Check out our Q&As
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Who will be the lecturer during the tour?
The lecturer during the tour will be Prof. Anne Anderson, an author, broadcaster, and Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries. She has been a senior lecturer at Southampton Solent University, specializing in the Arts and Crafts, Art Nouveau, and Modernism. Anne Anderson is known for her knowledge, wit, and enthusiasm in bringing her subjects to life.
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Where will participants be staying during the tour?
Participants will be staying at the Brooklyn Hotel, Manchester. This four-star hotel has a New York vibe and is located in the Canal Street area, close to the largest Chinatown in the country. It features Runyons Bar and Restaurant, Napoleon’s Casino next door, and a 9th floor 'Salvation' bar, along with comfortable rooms equipped with modern amenities.
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Are there any discounts available for car parking?
Yes, guests can enjoy a 25% discount at QPark Piazza and a 40% discount at Chorlton Street Car Park. To receive a discount, please collect a QR code from the hotel reception on your departure. Note that the discount is only available when you pay at the pay station, not online.
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What are the highlights of the Art Nouveau and Art Deco Tour in Manchester?
The highlights of the tour include the Plaza Cinema, Stockport with an organ demonstration, a guided walk of Manchester city centre’s Art Deco landmarks, visits to extraordinary Art Deco Churches of St Nicholas, Burnage and All Angels, Wythenshawe, 1920s and 1930s paintings and sculptures at Manchester Art Gallery, the largest collection of Tiffany in Europe at the Haworth Gallery, Accrington, and Edgar Wood's magnificent Arts & Crafts Church and Victoria Park.
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What meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes three nights' bed and breakfast at the Brooklyn Hotel, a welcome reception and first night dinner with wine, a second night dinner at the hotel restaurant (no wine), a third night private dinner (no wine), and a light lunch at the Haworth Gallery.
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What is not included in the tour package?
The tour package does not include transport to the hotel, hotel car parking, double for sole use supplement, extra nights on a bed and breakfast basis, holiday insurance, meals other than those stated, and items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone calls, porterage, and gratuities.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Final joining instructions and documentation will be despatched approximately 10 days before travel.
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Do I need any Visas or Vaccinations for my holidays?
Visa and vaccination requirements are subject to change. Please check with your local doctor/GP about the current Vaccination requirements of the country you are visiting. For Visa enquiries, please contact the Embassy of the country you are visiting.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Generally, single and double rooms carry the same price, which means that single supplements for certain itineraries can seem high. We would be pleased to arrange for clients travelling alone to share with another client, however this is subject to somebody in the same situation booking on the tour. If you would be interested in this option, please let us know at the time of enquiry/booking.
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Where does the tour manager meet us?
In most cases the tour manager will travel out with the tour group from the UK. However, this is not always the case and the tour manager may meet you at the destination station / airport. The exact details specific to your tour will be given to you in your final documentation, 10 days prior to departure.
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