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Manchester is officially the greatest sporting city in the UK

Manchester has been named the UK’s Greatest Sporting City 2015 following the publication of detailed research by the universities of Gloucestershire and Bath. ​ The research looked at 48 cities and towns across the country and focused on 12 separate categories, including: value for money, success, atmosphere, history, venues and transport links. Manchester topped the …

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Sky Ride Manchester 2nd August 2015

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Thousands of local people are gearing up for Sky Ride Manchester with Great Britain Cycling Team’s Matt Crampton, this Sunday (August 2).  The free event takes place on a brilliant route with roads closed especially for the event in and around the city centre, starting at 10am and finishing at 4pm. It’s the seventh time …

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Tom Daley Diving Academy is Launched

Last weekend Manchester Aquatics Centre (MAC) played host to the ASA National Skills Final. The event also saw the launch of the Tom Daley Diving Academy, the Learn to Dive programme by GLL, who operate the MAC under the Better brand on behalf of Manchester City Council. Using the 1m and 3m diving boards, competitors …

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