Manchester Literary Festival
Everyone loves the escapism of a good book, particularly the staff at
Swinton Travel, so the sixth annual Manchester Literary Festival in
October promises to be a fine day out for book lovers. And if the
thought of meeting some of the country’s most famous literary figures
appeals to you, book a Manchester minibus and take a few of your
friends and family along for the ride!
The organisers have promised an exciting line up of some of the most
celebrated writers in the UK today, including Booker Prize winning
author, Alan Hollinghust. Kids will love the storytelling events and
dads will enjoy the combination of rugby and reading, science and
fiction.
Join newscaster, Sue MacGregor, at the famous Midland Hotel where she
will be hosting a very civilised afternoon tea. You can also look
forward to a discussion on the works of Harold Pinter by Antonia
Fraser as well as Claire Tomalin’s talk on Charles Dickens.
Bookworms can take their imagination on a trip to all kinds of
inspirational locations including 16th century Italy, Holy Mecca, the
Amazon Jungle, and even bohemian Manchester. Book (pun intended) a
Manchester minibus today and plan your activities at the most exciting
literary event of the year!
Ramsbottom Festival – 16-18 September
Music lovers of Manchester rejoice—the internationally acclaimed
Ramsbottom Festival will be bringing some of the most talented acts in
British music to the Manchester area for a three day music festival in
mid September. Book a minibus Manchester today and make plans to visit
Ramsbottom for three days of musical ambrosia.
There are several famous established and upcoming acts expected to
appear at the Ramsbottom Festival, including local favourites, Badly
Drawn Boy and the headline act, Guillemots. You can also look forward
to seeing indie rockers, Young Knives, Bellowhead’s Sam Sweeney, The
Waterboys, Cherry Ghost, MG’s Steve Cropper, plus a host of other
folk, blues, and roots acts.
As well as fabulous music, great food is also on the menu! Locally
produced food will be dished up to festival goers from the Ramsbottom
Cricket Club and local brewers, Outstanding, are already working on an
exclusive festival beer for visitors to enjoy.
The picturesque town of Ramsbottom is only about half an hour from
Manchester city centre, but to make your life much easier, call
Swinton Travel and book a Manchester minibus so you and your friends
can make the most of the beer, fine food, and great music during the
three day festival.
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at the Opera House
One of the best loved musicals in the world: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is coming to the Opera House in Manchester this August. The show is being staged between 16th August and 21st August, and since the tickets for this immensely popular show are likely to sell out very quickly, you are advised to book them as soon as possible. If you are planning on taking a family group to the show, ensure you book a Manchester mini bus at the same time.
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat has been thrilling audiences for years and the Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber musical extravaganza is always a firm family favourite. Since the show was first staged, it has delighted audiences everywhere and has received rave reviews from critics.
The biblical tale of Joseph, his eleven brothers and his famous multicoloured coat is a heart warming tale of triumph over adversity and it features a host of unforgettable songs including Any Dream Will Do, One More Angel, and Close Every
Door to Me.
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is perfect for all ages, so to avoid transport nightmares, book a Manchester minibus today.
Warhol & the Diva Exhibition at The Lowry
Andy Warhol is one of the most revered artists of his generation and some of his artworks are amongst the most iconic of the Pop Art generation. To celebrate his work, a new and exciting exhibition is being held at The Lowry gallery in
Manchester. Book a Manchester minibus today and take your family to see some of Warhol’s most famous works of art in all their glory.
The Warhol exhibition at the Lowry is based around the idea of the ‘Diva’, a phenomenon born at the start of the Warhol revolution. The show features a large selection of his most famous silkscreens, photographs and film of desirable Divas, including Grace Jones, Debbie Harry, Marilyn Monroe and Mick Jagger.
Many of the collection of photographs featured in The Lowry exhibition show Warhol mixing with some of the most famous faces of the 1960s, 70s and 80s, many of whom he later immortalised in silk screen works of art.
The Warhol exhibition at The Lowry runs until 25th September, so make sure you go along and enjoy some of the most famous Pop Art in the world: book a Manchester minibus and enjoy an entertaining few hours.
Batman Live Manchester
For anyone who is a comic buff, the news that the world’s most famous superhero, Batman, is coming to Manchester’s MEN arena will be thrilling to say the least! One of DC Comic’s most popular heroes, Batman is being brought to life in a multi million pound stage show, playing live at the MEN arena 20 – 24 July, so unless you want to miss out on the opportunity of a lifetime to see Batman up close and personal, book your Manchester Minibus today so you and your family can enjoy what promises to be a wonderful experience.
The Batman Live show bas been created by the award winning team responsible for the innovative special effects and visual wonders of Walking With Dinosaurs, so the audience can expect to see some amazing theatrical stunts, acrobatic acts
and grand illusions on a scale the MEN arena has never seen before.
Gotham City, the Batcave, Wayne Manor and Arkham Asylam have all been recreated in amazing detail especially for the show and all your favourite characters will be appearing, including Cat Woman, the Riddler, the Joker and the PenguinBook a Manchester minibus today and look forward to a great night out with the whole family.
Ironman UK comes to Bolton on 31st July!
Following the success of the previous two Ironman UK events held in the Manchester area, Ironman UK is once again coming to Bolton, Manchester, so if you are competing in the UKs toughest long distance triathlon, or you want to watch someone who is, book a Manchester minibus to take your family and friends along for a fun day out (unless you are one of the competitors!).
In case you are wondering what exactly Ironman UK involves, this challenging event features a 2.4 mile swim in Pennington Flash in Leigh, a 112 mile bike ride around the scenic Lancashire countryside, and last but not least, a 26.2 mile run that ends in front of Bolton Town Hall.
There is no doubt whatsoever that Ironman UK represents a phenomenal challenge for all athletes taking part, but it also promises to be a fantastic day out for spectators. As well as lots of fit men and women in tight lycra, there will be plenty of entertainment on offer to keep family and friends amused while their loved ones push themselves to the limit of physical endurance. So don’t miss out, book a Manchester minibus today and ensure your place!
The Hills are Alive with the Sound of Music in Manchester!
One of the most uplifting musical stories in the world is coming to Manchester this September, so this is the perfect opportunity to book tickets for the wonderful family musical: The Sound of Music, but make sure you also book your
Manchester minibus to ensure a hassle free transport service to the Palace Theatre in Manchester between 5 and 17 September 2011.
The critically acclaimed Sound of Music musical production is a real family treat and is a wonderful chance to enjoy the story of the Von Trapp family’s escape across the Alps. Made famous by the inimitable Julie Andrews, the musical score features classics such as Do-Re-Mi, Sixteen Going on Seventeen, My Favorite Things, and the title track, The Sound of Music.
The Sound of Music has been delighting audiences for many years and is an ideal family night out for all ages, young and old. The songs are familiar and the story is both touching and exciting at every turn, so don’t miss out: book tickets today and take the whole family along for a wonderful evening of musical entertainment. Book a minibus Manchester for door to door transport to the Palace Theatre to avoid parking problems.
Keep the Faith – Bon Jovi Tour Comes to Manchester!
One of the biggest rock bands in the world is coming to Manchester for one of four UK dates in June—Bon Jovi will be performing at the Old Trafford cricket ground in Manchester on June 24th, so book your Manchester minibus at the
same time as you book your Bon Jovi tour tickets for what promises to be a fabulous night of rock and roll.
Lead singer, Jon Bon Jovi, and the rest of the band will be performing many of their best loved classics including Keep the Faith, You Give Love a Bad Name, and many more hits from their amazing song catalogue. Bon Jovi have a long and very successful musical career and the guys have already sold out numerous shows already on their world tour, so it is a very good idea to book your Manchester concert tickets as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. The other three UK tour dates include London, Bristol and Edinburgh.
If you are planning on going to the Bon Jovi concert in Manchester, give Swinton Travel a call and book a minibus Manchester to transport you and your friends for a fantastic evening.
Women’s Basketball Live in Manchester
The Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) is making its European debut at the MEN Arena in Manchester on Sunday 29 May. This auspicious event is part of the wider Manchester Basketball Series 2011- 2013 and some of the top female players in the world will be coming to Manchester to show off their skills to an appreciative audience. If you fancy an evening of nail biting action at the MEN Arena, make sure
you book a minibus Manchester to provide door to door transport.
One of the featured teams to play at the MEN Arena will be the Atlanta Dream who were the WBNAs top scoring team in 2010 and who have made the playoffs for the past two years. Their opponents will be the Standard Life GB Women, so come along and support our girls in what promises to be an exciting evening of Olympic standard basketball action and sporting entertainment.
Manchester Harley Davidson Exhibition
Fans of the iconic Harley Davidson motorcycle brand will love the new exhibition and display at the MOSI exhibition, open until September 11. Harley fans can admire some fabulous examples of the world’s most famous motorcycle, including some amazing customised bikes from many of the leading designers. Book a minibus Manchester to take you and the family along to see examples of Harley Davidson motorcycles from
every decade of the 20th Century. Discover more about the brand, the culture surrounding the brand, and the unique lifestyle that is all part of owning a Harley Davidson motorcycle.
Fabulous examples of the Harleys on display include a 1948 model that was used to cross the Arctic in temperatures of -53 degrees centigrade and a California Highway Patrol Harley Davidson used by real officers in the line of duty. Tickets are available online and HOG members are entitles to special concessions.