BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Victoria Baths - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Victoria Baths X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Victoria Baths REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240410T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240410T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20240408T111200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T075857Z UID:5939-1712746800-1712761200@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:Welcome Wednesdays\, Tour & Explore Victoria Baths DESCRIPTION:Guided Building Tours – Free General Entry – Tea Room \n11am – 3pm every Wednesday from April – September \nDrop in for free entry\, to experience more book your tour and cream tea below. \nVisit an iconic Manchester landmark for free and take an optional paid guided tour of the partly-restored swimming pools\, Turkish Baths\, and Superintendent’s Flat. Discover the remarkably intact Grade II* listed building with beautiful stained glass windows\, amazing wall tiles\, and incredible mosaic flooring behind the imposing exterior. \n \nDiscover VB Guided Tour\nWelcome Wednesday is an opportunity to explore Victoria Baths for free\, but to experience it in its full glory\, book onto one of our excellent and informative tours! Our Discover Victoria Baths tour is led by an experienced volunteer guide and covers the heritage and history of the Baths whilst taking you through the beautiful building. Our Wednesday Tour starts at 1pm and lasts approximately 1¼ hours. Tour tickets are available to purchase in advance. Limited tickets may be available on the door but we advise booking online for our tours to avoid disappointment. Tour tickets for Under 18’s are free but must be accompanied by an adult ticket holder. \nEnjoy your visit\nThis year we are partnering with local art collective Pool Arts to present a series of exhibitions taking place in our Tea Room and Pineapple Room. Beginning with “A Work in Progress” – a cross-section of the diverse and varied work of the Pool Art’s collective. \nBrowse and buy souvenirs and gifts in our wonderful Gift Shop and visit our beautiful Tea Room with its stained glass windows and elaborate wrought iron ceiling\, serving hot and cold drinks\, snacks\, and a bookable Cream Tea. \nVisiting with young ones? Don’t miss a visit to our play area in the Tea Room and check our website for details on free family activities during school half-terms and the Summer Holidays. \nBook your Tour Ticket and Cream Teas here\nPrices\n\nGuided Tour – £9 per person (U18s and VB Friends are Free)\nGeneral Entry – Free\, donations always welcome. No booking required – drop in.\nCream Tea – £6 per person\n\nTimes\n\n11am – Doors Open\n1pm – Tour begins (approx. 1 hr 15 mins)\n2pm – Last entry and last orders in the Tea Room\n3pm – Building Closes\n\nPlease check our website and social media channels for details of other events taking place at the Baths during these times. \nVictoria Baths Trust is a registered charity and relies on the support of the public to continue its work preserving the building for everyone to enjoy and explore. \nMore about Welcome Wednesdays at Victoria Baths\n\nCream Teas \nTo make your visit extra special\, enjoy a delicious Cream Tea in our beautiful Tea Room – a large fruit scone accompanied by butter\, strawberry jam\, clotted cream\, and tea or coffee. Jam first or cream… it’s up to you! Available to book in advance – £6 per person.\nGeneral Entry\nYou don’t need to book to explore the building or visit the Tea Room and Gift Shop on a Wednesday – it’s free to pop in between 11am–3pm. Please donate to the Victoria Baths Trust if you can – we have cash and contactless donation points in the building.\nPool Arts at Victoria Baths\n2024 will see a series of Pool Arts exhibitions taking place at Victoria Baths\, beginning with “A Work in Progress” – a cross section of the diverse and varied work of the Pool Art’s collective. Find the exhibitions in the Tea Room. Pool Arts is a collective of artists working to break down the barriers that can exist in the world of art and gets its name from the fact that it began life at Victoria Baths.  This the first time that the organisation has exhibited at the Baths across a whole year and we’re proud to support the work of Pool Arts in raising awareness of the positive role that art and culture can play in the wellbeing of the community.\nFamily Friendly\nVictoria Baths is a great place for all ages to explore. Pick up a “Miles of Tiles” activity sheet when you arrive (suggested donation £1)\, explore our spaces\, and get involved in our free family activities in half-terms and the Summer Holidays – no need to book.\nDon’t miss our Pool Picnic family day in August\, tickets available on our website from May.\nGroup Bookings\nIf you are interested in joining our guided tour with a group of 6 or more\, please get in touch directly – telephone 0161 224 2020 or email enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk\nOther Events\nPlease note there may be times when Welcome Wednesdays has other activities taking place alongside the usual activity such as event setup\, family activity\, and private tours. Where possible we will update these details on our website\, please check our website and social media for up-to-date information.\nPhotographs\nPhotography and filming for personal use is permitted anywhere in the building. Personal photos and films/videos may not be used or sold for commercial gain. Please contact enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk for information about professional or commercial shoots.\nReturn Visits \nVictoria Baths is a great place to visit again and again. Whether it be for meetings\, remote working\, catch-ups with friends and family\, or just as a place to enjoy and relax. Make Wednesday your weekly bath day!\n\nIf you are interested in hosting an event or activity as part of Welcome Wednesday please contact community@victoriabaths.org.uk \n  URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/visitvb/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Untitled-design-86.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240407T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240407T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20240229T164225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T173358Z UID:5682-1712487600-1712498400@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:Victoria Baths Wedding Open Day DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Wedding Open Day and explore Victoria Baths\, winner of the 2020 Best Wedding Venue at the UK Heritage Awards. \nThis an exciting opportunity for couples to explore how our Grade II* listed Edwardian pool halls and Turkish Baths could be the perfect place to say “I Do”. With stunning backdrops\, unique settings\, original features\, and lots of flexibility\, Victoria Baths are recognised nationally as one of the best Heritage venues to hold a wedding celebration. \nFree Entry\, book your tickets here\nMeet our team of dedicated Wedding Coordinators who will help your ideas become a reality. You can get your wedding plans started with our supplier’s showcase and DIY Wedding Workshops. \nMeet our carefully selected regular suppliers who know the building well and help you to maximise its wow factor. \nHere’s what you can expect and what you might want to inquire about during your visit:\n\nExplore the venue\n\nDiscover the different areas available for ceremonies\, receptions\, and celebrations. Take the time to admire the stunning architectural features and historic elements that make Victoria Baths such a special place. \nSee the venue dressed for a wedding and try samples of our table wines\, which are included in the hire price for a reception. \n\nSuppliers Showcase\n\nMeet our wonderful wedding suppliers and explore what options they can bring to the Baths to help create a perfect wedding day experience for you. \nDetails of the suppliers joining us can be found here. \n\nWedding Options and Packages\n\nInquire about the various wedding options Victoria Bath offers. The team can provide details on the flexibility of the spaces and how we can support couples to create their perfect day. \n\nAvailability and Booking \n\nFind out about the venue’s availability for your desired wedding date. Ask about the booking process\, including deposit requirements and any necessary contracts or agreements. \n\nVenue Decor and Styling\n\nDiscuss the venue’s approach to wedding decor and styling\, as well as any recommendations they can provide to enhance the unique atmosphere of Victoria Baths. \n\nTake the Baths home\n\nDon’t miss our Victoria Baths gift shop stall with a range of VB and Manchester-inspired gifts and souvenirs. Plus our new Wedding Favours Brochure with options for stationery\, wedding favours\, wedding party gifts\, and more. \n\nMake a day of it \n\nVisit our volunteer-led Tea Room and enjoy hot and cold drinks and light snacks. \nIncluding our highly-recommended Cream Teas – available to book in advance only – enjoy a luxury fruit scone\, clotted cream\, jam\, and your choice of tea or coffee. \nEnjoy your visit to Victoria Baths and make the most of this opportunity to gather all the necessary information for your dream wedding! \nTickets are free\, but booking is recommended. \nFor more information contact enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk \nVictoria Baths Trust is a registered charity (number 1026351) and relies on the support of the public to continue its work to preserve the building. Each person who supports the Trust becomes part of our unique history and\, more importantly\, our future. URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/wedding-open-day/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Wedding-Victoria-Baths-Reception-Guests-photo-credit-Emma-Ledwith.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240403T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240925T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20240221T082658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T162251Z UID:5570-1712142000-1727276400@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:Welcome Wednesdays\, Tour & Explore Victoria Baths DESCRIPTION:Guided Building Tours – Free General Entry – Tea Room \n11am – 3pm every Wednesday from April – September \nDrop in for free entry\, to discover more explore our Guided Tours and Cream Tea options here \nVisit an iconic Manchester landmark for free and take an optional paid guided tour of the partly-restored swimming pools\, Turkish Baths\, and Superintendent’s Flat. Discover the remarkably intact Grade II* listed building with beautiful stained glass windows\, amazing wall tiles\, and incredible mosaic flooring behind the imposing exterior. \n \nDiscover VB Guided Tour\nWelcome Wednesday is an opportunity to explore Victoria Baths for free\, but to experience it in its full glory\, book onto one of our excellent and informative tours! Our Discover Victoria Baths tour is led by an experienced volunteer guide and covers the heritage and history of the Baths whilst taking you through the beautiful building. Our Wednesday Tour starts at 1pm and lasts approximately 1¼ hours. Tour tickets are available to purchase in advance. Limited tickets may be available on the door but we advise booking online for our tours to avoid disappointment. Tour tickets for Under 18’s are free but must be accompanied by an adult ticket holder. \nEnjoy your visit\nThis year we are partnering with local art collective Pool Arts to present a series of exhibitions taking place in our Tea Room and Pineapple Room. Beginning with “A Work in Progress” – a cross section of the diverse and varied work of the Pool Art’s collective. \nBrowse and buy souvenirs and gifts in our wonderful Gift Shop and visit our beautiful Tea Room with its stained glass windows and elaborate wrought iron ceiling\, serving hot and cold drinks\, snacks\, and a bookable Cream Tea. \nVisiting with young ones? Don’t miss a visit to our play area in the Tea Room and check our website for details on free family activities during school half-terms and the Summer Holidays. \nBook your Tour Ticket and Cream Teas here\nPrices\n\nGuided Tour – £9 per person (U18s and VB Friends are Free)\nGeneral Entry – Free\, donations always welcome. No booking required – drop in.\nCream Tea – £6 per person\n\nTimes\n\n11am – Doors Open\n1pm – Tour begins (approx. 1 hr 15 mins)\n2pm – Last entry and last orders in the Tea Room\n3pm – Building Closes\n\nPlease check our website and social media channels for details of other events taking place at the Baths during these times. \nVictoria Baths Trust is a registered charity and relies on the support of the public to continue its work preserving the building for everyone to enjoy and explore. \nMore about Welcome Wednesdays at Victoria Baths\n\n\nCream Teas \nTo make your visit extra special\, enjoy a delicious Cream Tea in our beautiful Tea Room – a large fruit scone accompanied by butter\, strawberry jam\, clotted cream\, and tea or coffee. Jam first or cream… it’s up to you! Available to book in advance – £6 per person.\nGeneral Entry\nYou don’t need to book to explore the building or visit the Tea Room and Gift Shop on a Wednesday – it’s free to pop in between 11am–3pm. Please donate to the Victoria Baths Trust if you can – we have cash and contactless donation points in the building.\nWednesday Tea Room\nOur tea room serves a range of hot and cold drinks\, alongside a tasty selection of loaf cakes\, biscuits\, and crisps. Unfortunately\, we cannot offer sandwiches or lunch items on Wednesdays due to our limited opening hours. Our tasty cream teas are available for booking online in advance.\nPool Arts at Victoria Baths\n2024 will see a series of Pool Arts exhibitions taking place at Victoria Baths\, beginning with “A Work in Progress” – a cross section of the diverse and varied work of the Pool Art’s collective. Find the exhibitions in the Tea Room. Pool Arts is a collective of artists working to break down the barriers that can exist in the world of art and gets its name from the fact that it began life at Victoria Baths.  This the first time that the organisation has exhibited at the Baths across a whole year and we’re proud to support the work of Pool Arts in raising awareness of the positive role that art and culture can play in the wellbeing of the community.\nFamily Friendly\nVictoria Baths is a great place for all ages to explore. Pick up a “Miles of Tiles” activity sheet when you arrive (suggested donation £1)\, explore our spaces\, and get involved in our free family activities in half-terms and the Summer Holidays – no need to book.\nDon’t miss our Pool Picnic family day in August\, tickets available on our website from May.\nGroup Bookings\nIf you are interested in joining our guided tour with a group of 6 or more\, please get in touch directly – telephone 0161 224 2020 or email enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk\nOther Events\nPlease note there may be times when Welcome Wednesdays has other activities taking place alongside the usual activity such as event setup\, family activity\, and private tours. Where possible we will update these details on our website\, please check our website and social media for up-to-date information.\nPhotographs\nPhotography and filming for personal use is permitted anywhere in the building. Personal photos and films/videos may not be used or sold for commercial gain. Please contact enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk for information about professional or commercial shoots.\nReturn Visits \nVictoria Baths is a great place to visit again and again. Whether it be for meetings\, remote working\, catch-ups with friends and family\, or just as a place to enjoy and relax. Make Wednesday your weekly bath day!\n\nIf you are interested in hosting an event or activity as part of Welcome Wednesday please contact community@victoriabaths.org.uk URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/welcome-weds/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/WW-2024-Facebook-Advert-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240317T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240317T153000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20240216T101131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T135253Z UID:5536-1710671400-1710689400@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:Vintage Home Show\, 17 March 2024 DESCRIPTION:Vintage Home Show at the glorious Grade II* Listed Victoria Baths\nThe Vintage Home Show are back at Victoria Baths with the best independent vintage home dealers specialising in Mid-century Furniture\, Retro styling\, Lighting\, Ceramics\, Vintage\, Textiles and Artwork. \nBrowse well-known and loved pieces from British makers including G-Plan\, Ercol and Stag\, plus much-loved Danish makers and mass-market Retro and Kitsch ‘household classics’. No matter your budget\, you’re sure to find something to suit your style! \nExplore the wonderful setting of Victoria Baths\, wander the Baths\, and visit the Victoria Baths gift shop for a range of VB and Manchester inspired souvenirs and gifts. \nMore information and tickets at www.vintagehomeshow.co.uk\n \nVintage Home Show Manchester\nWe are excited to be offering a fantastic selection of Vintage interior styling from 48 specialist dealers at our Manchester venue. Find lots of unique and fabulous items from the 1930’s-1970’s for your home including Teak Sideboards\, Funky Chairs\, Industrial Lighting\, Retro Artwork\, Atomic Fabrics and much more… \nWe operate a timed ticket entry as the show is very popular and gets busy. This way we can manage the numbers of visitors in the building to keep your visit a pleasure and allow you to see everything. Simply arrive anytime within your allocated hour and stay as long as you wish. \n\nEarly Bird entry from is 10:30am (for those who are really keen)\nStandard Entry is from 11am onwards. Pick a time slot\, arrive between those times and then stay as long as you want\nKids under 16 years GO FREE\nFree on-street car parking or try the Multi storey at the Manchester Royal Infirmary up the road.\nNo dogs allowed (Sorry)\nThe event takes place in various different parts of this Edwardian Swimming Baths and there are stairs involved to get to two areas of the show. Due to the age of the venue there are no lifts. However\, the main hall is fully accessible.\nMost traders take card payments but we advise you to bring some cash too. There are cash machines just up the road if you need one. Ask our door staff for directions.\nAn on-site café serving a selection of cakes\, savories\, pastries\, soup\, and drinks will be open during the fair.\n\nBuy your Vintage Home Show tickets here\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n VHS 2023\n \n \n \n \n \n VHS 2023\n \n \n \n \n \n VHS 2023 URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/vintage-home-show-2/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Untitled-design-42.png ORGANIZER;CN="Vintage Home Show":MAILTO:hello@gingerbiscuitevents.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240303T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240303T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20240224T114430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240224T114540Z UID:5610-1709452800-1709485200@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:Rides for Women\, 3 March 2024 DESCRIPTION:Join Station South and partners for a ride to remember to Celebrate International Women’s Day in cycling style! \nFor the second year in a row\, Station South is collaborating with some of Manchester’s fantastic women-led cycling communities: Bee Pedal Ready\, Bird Outdoors\, Lady Pedal and Moston Cycling Club\, Joyriders\, Al-Hilal Communities\, and Manley Bike Train. \nEach group will be setting off from their Manchester base for a short ‘host’ ride to meet at the Pankhurst Statue in the city centre. From there\, we head around town together… and celebrate: on wheels! \nThe Main Ride will consist of all the host rides joining together as one\, where we will weave around the City Centre taking in a park or two and ending at the very special Victoria Baths for a post-ride celebration hang out and [free!] refreshments. \nFind out more information about the events\, and the host rides here.\nMake sure to check out the information to confirm where the rides start from and book your ticket accordingly\, however\, if you’d prefer to – feel free just to meet us in town [check out ‘Main Ride’ tickets]. \nDon’t own a bike or can’t ride and want to join? Check our the FAQs here.  \nAre you a female cycling group or individual and fancy getting involved? \nDrop Anna a line : community@stationsouth.co.uk or Belinda : beepedalready@gmail.com \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n IWD 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n IWD 2023 \n \n \n \n \n \n IWD 2023 \n \n \n\nRIDE INFORMATION\nMain Rides\nNote : if you’re booked onto a host ride\, you don’t need to book tickets to the Main Ride as well \n> When : 3rd March 2024 \n> Distance / Terrain : 5 miles / 7 km : all flat\, with some traffic.The route is completely accessible for trikes and adapted bikes. \n> Speed : Very much unpaced / chilled / let’s ride together \n> Route : City Centre Loop \n> What to bring: Water / snacks / bike lock \n> Fun things if you fancy : Wear colourful or sparkly clothes if you have any / flags / speakers / noise making things / we’re thinking party on wheels a.k.a. anything goes \n—————————————————————————– \nHost Rides\nPlease note\, most of the host rides are offering a return ride back to each starting point after our post-ride celebration hang out\, these will be leaving at 3.30pm to return to the various destinations. Check individual rides for details. \nRide 1 : JoyRiders Manchester [Longford Park]\n> Meeting point : Longford Park Cafe\, Caffeine & Co \n> Time : 11am \n> Route : Longford Park – Manchester Road – Upper Chorlton Road – Old Birley Street – Oxford Road – City Centre \n> Distance : 4 miles / 6.5 km \n[No return ride to Longford Park] \n>Ride Leaders : Samina + Felicity \nRide 2 : Bee Pedal Ready [Whalley Range]\n> Meet : The Pavillion Cafe\, in Alexandra Park \n> Time : 10.30am \n> Route : Alexandra Park- Chichester Road – Bonsall Street- Oxford Rd- St Peters Square \n> Distance : 3 miles \n> Ride Leaders : Belinda\, Sabina Sloman + Bea \nRide 3 : with Station South [Levenshulme]\n> Meet : Station South Benches \n> Time : 10.30am \n> Route : Station South – Fallowfield Loop – Platt Fields Park – Whitworth Park – City Centre \n> Distance : 4.5 miles / 7.5 km \n> Ride Leaders : Anna + Sarah \nRide 4 : with Bird Outdoors [Altrincham]\n> Meet : Kickback Coffee\, Bridgewater canal\, Altrincham \n> Time : 9:30 for coffee 10:00 to leave \n> Route : Bridgewater Canal – Hulme – City Centre \n> Distance: 8 Miles / 13km \n> Ride Leaders: Hannah +Becky \nRide 5: Moston Cycle Club [Moston]\n> Meet : Grass Roots Oldham Women’s (GROW) Enterprise \n> Time : 10 am \n> Route : Moston – Clayton Vale – Etihad Stadium – Ashton Canal – City Centre \n> Rough distance : 11.4 miles / 18 km [round trip] \n> Names of Ride Leaders : Marina\, Hong and Sue \nRide 6 : with Lady Pedal [Chorlton]\n> Meet : Chorlton Park – next to the car park off Nell Lane \n> Time : 10.30am \n> Distance : 4 miles / 6.5km \n> Route : St Werburgh’s Rd – Whalley Range – Hulme – City Centre \n> Ride Leaders : Hannah\, Beth\, Hannah Milton + Maria \nRide 7 : with Manley Bike Train [Whalley Range]\n> Meet: Manley Park\, M16 0AG\, (by the entrance York Ave corner w/ Alport Avenue) \n> Time: 10:30 to leave by 11 \n> Route: Whalley Range – Hulme – City Centre \n> Distance: 3 miles / 4.8km \n> Ride Leaders: Gosia\, Cath + Lucy \nRide 8 : with Al-Hilal Communities\n> Meet : Cheetwood (Unity Community PS) \n> Time : 10:30am \n> Route : Cheetwood to City Centre \n> Distance : 2.5miles \n> Ride Leaders : Naz + Fithawit \n+++++++\n>> Friendly Notice! If you book on but for whatever reason cannot make it\, we would appreciate as much notice as possible so we can open the ride back up to others waiting. You can cancel your place directly via EventBrite. The rides are free to you [hooray!] but come with cost and planning from our end so we want to make sure all the places are taken and enjoyed.. Thank you! \n>> All riders must cycle responsibly + take their own safety as well as others into account when making decisions on the road. \n>> This ride is not suitable for beginners as we will be riding on roads\, with traffic and in a tight group. \n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rides for Women\n \n \n \n \n \n 3 March 2024\n \n \n \n \n \n Ride Together URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/rides-for-women-3-march-2024/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Photo-from-Bee-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Station South":MAILTO:hello@stationsouth.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240130T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240131T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20231204T135338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T161112Z UID:4940-1706601600-1706720400@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:Victoria Baths Events 2024 DESCRIPTION:We’re busy planning an exciting year of Victoria Baths events for 2024!\nAs well as our calendar of partner events\, weddings and weekly tours\, Victoria Baths presents a series of events each year celebrating the heritage\, history and future of Victoria Baths. \nFollowing on from the successes of our new events this year\, we’re excited to confirm that you can expect a return of SpringFest and Halloween events for 2024! We’re still confirming our dates and final plans\, but make sure you’re ready to add these to your calendars… \nApril\n\nOur weekly Welcome Wednesday events return on Wednesday 3 April.\n\nIncluding our highly-recommended guided building tours\, Cream Teas in our Tea Room and a programme of crafty afternoons in the school holidays. \n11am – 3pm\, every Wednesday from April – September. Booking details coming soon. \n\nSpringFest 2024 – join us as we celebrate art\, music and culture in the beautiful setting of Victoria Baths.\n\nWith live music and art exhibitions from the best of the North-West and beyond! Final dates and booking details to come soon. \nJune\n\nJoin us for our Summer Sundays – with free building entry\, plus our limited capacity Off Limits tours.\n\nExplore behind the scenes of the Baths and a make a day of it with our Tea Room\, Gift Shop and crafty afternoon sessions for families – booking details coming soon. \nAugust\n\nPack your snacks and sandwiches for the return of our Pool Picnic!\n\nIt doesn’t matter what the weathers doing outside when we’re under the vaulted ceiling of the Gala Pool. Join us for our family fun picnic on Wednesday 14 August\, 12-3pm – booking details coming soon. \nSeptember\n\nHeritage Open Days – VB Weekender\n\nExplore and enjoy a weekend at Victoria Baths with free entry\, optional guided tours and activities celebrating the history and heritage of this iconic local landmark. \nSaturday 7 – Sunday 8 September\, 11am – 4pm – free entry! \nOctober\n\nDon’t miss the return of our much loved halloween event The Silence of the Baths: The Sequel! \n\nAfter such an amazing response from visitors to this years event we just had to plan another Spooky Silent Disco! We’ll be dressing the pool halls and brewing up our haunted cocktail concoctions\, we can’t wait to see your amazing costumes. Saturday 26 October – more details to come soon. \nDecember\n\nStart the Festive season with the Baths and get your Christmas shopping started with our much-loved annual Festive Winter Fair.\n\nDate and more details to be confirmed soon. \nWant to be the first in the know? Join our Mailing List for regular news and updates\, like our new season launch\, as they are announced.\nKeep an eye on our website for more information. URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/events2024/ LOCATION:Greater Manchester ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Untitled-design-65.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231208T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231210T180000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20231204T104056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T154225Z UID:4929-1702051200-1702231200@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:MANCHESTERMODERN: PAST PRESENT FUTURE DESCRIPTION:Factory International and CHAOS SixtyNine present the exhibition Manchestermodern: past present future with the support of CHANEL. \nThe exhibition gives a unique perspective on the tremendous history and creativity of Manchester by bringing together artists in the fields of photography\, music\, poetry\, design\, crafts and spoken words. Discover a curation of works by Martin Parr\, Peter Saville\, Elaine Constantine\, John Cooper Clarke\, Lemn Sissay and many more. \nBook your ticket on manchestermodern.chanel.com URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/manchestermodern/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Push-Victoria-B-1200x628-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231117T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231117T183000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20231010T102834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T164408Z UID:4357-1700245800-1700245800@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:Gin to my Tonic\, 17 - 18 November 2023 DESCRIPTION:Craft Gin & Distilling\nWinner Of Best Gin Event\, The Gin To My Tonic Show: The Ultimate Gin & Spirit Festival returns to Manchester on 17th-18th November 2023\, bigger and better and more immersive than ever before! And it’s not just gin as we bring you rum\, rum\, vodka\, tequila\, whisky and more… \nAn Aladdin’s cave of craft spirits await all that attend as craft gin and spirit distillers old and new unite to take you on the ultimate ’spirited’ adventure. You’ll be able to enjoy unlimited tasting samples as you work the room\, with a choice of over 250 craft gins and spirits\, but that’s not all… \nLike what you’ve tried? Why not treat yourself to a full size G&T or artisan cocktail. Fancy learning more? Join our immersive workshops and masterclasses lead by industry experts. Want to relax and have fun? Take a seat and let our bar team serve up some gin exclusives. Looking for something other than gin? Our distillers will also be sharing vodka\, rum\, whisky and more\, meaning there’s something for everyone.  No other Craft Gin & Spirit Festival brings together the wonderful world of craft gin and spirits in quite the same way\, so for those looking to celebrate all things gin and indulge with the UK’s very best craft spirit producers\, then this is most certainly the Spirit Festival for you. \nTickets for Gin to my Tonic are on sale now\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gin to my Tonic\n \n \n \n \n \n Gin to my Tonic\n \n \n \n \n \n Gin to my Tonic\n \n \n\nEvent Information\nThe Gin to my Tonic Show is open to the public on \nFriday 17th November 2023. 6.30pm – 10.30pm \nSaturday 18th November 2023. 12.00pm – 4.00pm \nSaturday 18th November 2023. 6.00pm – 10.00pm \nTickets\nTickets are available from The Gin to my Tonic Show Manchester URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/ginfest/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/The-Gin-To-My-Tonic-Show.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gin to my Tonic":MAILTO:enquiries@thegintomytonic.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231112T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231112T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20230926T145229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231112T081758Z UID:4309-1699786800-1699804800@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:Festive Winter Fair DESCRIPTION:Browse the best makers from Manchester and beyond in the glorious setting of Victoria Baths\, a perfect stop for festive shopping!\n\n\nFestive Winter Fair\n#vbfestivefair\n11am – 4pm\, Sunday 12th November\nBrowse the best makers from Manchester and beyond in the glorious setting of Victoria Baths\, a perfect stop for festive shopping! With fifty specially-selected stalls selling a fantastic variety of high-quality\, handmade crafts including artworks\, prints\, jewellery\, ceramics\, candles and edibles. \nOur volunteer-led Tea Room will be serving sandwiches\, cakes\, snacks and hot & cold drinks – plus mulled wine and mince pies! \nAs you explore the beautiful pools and Turkish Baths\, stop off in our Gift Shop for a great variety of items celebrating Victoria Baths including tea-towels\, mugs\, cards\, postcards\, coasters\, keyrings\, pens and small-batch VB Gin! \nDiscover more with our highly-recommended Guided Tours\, bringing to life the heritage of Victoria Baths. Tours cost £8 per person and last just over an hour… \nDiscover Victoria Baths is an entertaining guided tour of the main building\, including the pool halls and Turkish Baths. \nOff Limits Tour* visits many areas not normally open to the public\, including the pool undercrofts and boiler house. This tour involves stairs and uneven floors and isn’t suitable for visitors with limited mobility. \nSupporting Victoria Baths Trust \nVictoria Baths Trust is a registered charity and relies on the support of the public to continue its efforts to fully repair and preserve the building. Buying an entry ticket\, a cup of tea and a cake in our Tea Room or a gift from our Gift Shop all help to preserve the building and keep the Baths open for future generations to explore and enjoy. \n\n\n\nFAQS\nHow can I contact the organiser with any questions?\nRing the Victoria Baths office on +44 (0)161 224 2020 or email enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk. \nCan I take photographs?\nPhotography and filming for personal use is permitted anywhere in the building. Personal photos and films/videos may not be used or sold for commercial gain. Please contact the office for information about professional or commercial shoots. \nWhat’s the refund policy?\nTickets are non-refundable. \nIs my ticket transferrable?\nWe will try to accommodate transfers to another date/time\, with at least 72 hours (3 days) notice. \nDo I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?\nYes please\, either on a mobile phone\, tablet or as a printout. Plus your VB Friends membership card if applicable. \nDo I have to buy an online ticket?\nTickets are also available on the day on the door. Guided Tour tickets are subject to availability and sell out fast. Any tour tickets remaining will be sold on the day on a first come – first served basis. \nIs it OK if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends?\nYes\, this is fine. \nIs Victoria Baths accessible?\nThere is an access ramp at the main entrance and an accessible toilet and baby change facilities. The ground floor is completely accessible\, including the Tea Room and Gift Shop. Currently\, we do not have first-floor lift access. If you need help during your visit\, please speak to the staff or a volunteer\, who all wear name badges. Blue Badge holders can park directly in front of the building. \nWhat is available in the Tea Room?\nOur volunteer-led Tea Room offers a selection of light snacks and sweet treats. As we are only open for events\, we cannot always gurantee what we will have on offer and we may sometimes sell out of popular items such as cakes and sandwiches. \nFor the Festive Winter Fair we will have a number of fresh sandwiches\, locally made savoury pastries including sausage rolls\, vegan pastries and pork pies. Plus a variety of cakes and scones\, as well as minced pies and mulled wine. Please be aware that some items may sell out across the day. URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/festive-winter-fair/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/cd631035bd9949ffbb70326425321e0c-ywhEzl.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231101T083000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231102T173000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20230928T115842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T120059Z UID:4343-1698827400-1698946200@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:Manchester Tech Fest\, 1 - 2 November 2023 DESCRIPTION:Manchester’s Biggest Tech Festival\nAfter the success of our first ever festival we are excited to announce that Manchester Tech Festival will be returning to the historical Victoria Baths to host two days of panel discussions\, lively debates and thought provoking talks. Our main festival on Wednesday and Thursday span four stages giving you access to your choice of talks across a variety of tech topics. In addition our tech expo featuring over 25 tech companies from across Manchester and our evening socials give you the unique opportunity to expand your network. \nTickets for Manchester Tech Fest 2023 are on sale now\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n MCR Tech Fest 2022\n \n \n \n \n \n MCR Tech Fest 2022\n \n \n \n \n \n MCR Tech Fest 2022\n \n \n\n  \nEvent Information\nThe Manchester TechFestival is open to the public on \nWednesday 1st November\, 8:30am–5:30pm \nThursday 2nd November\, 8:30am–5:30pm \nTickets\nTickets are available from \nhttps://www.manchestertechfestival.co.uk/tickets/ URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/techfest/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/MTF_Venues.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231028T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231028T233000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20230814T104856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T204755Z UID:3825-1698519600-1698535800@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:The Silence of the Baths DESCRIPTION:Dive into the chillingly captivating atmosphere of Victoria Baths for a night of killer DJs\, merriment\, and spine-tingling thrills.\n\n\nFor the first time ever\, Victoria Baths will bring you all the thrills of Halloween with a spooktacular silent disco. The Silence of the Baths will set your heart racing and send tingles running down your spine with a takeover by legendary Girls on Film plus special guests THT GRL (Not Bad For A Girl) and DJ MX WORLD. \nFor more than ten years Girls on Film have been enthralling clubbers at venues around Manchester. This Halloween they’re back\, with their entourage of performers\, for their first appearance at Victoria Baths. Girls on Film x Victoria Baths brings an outrageous Halloween silent-but-deadly disco to let’s face it\, the best Halloween venue in town. \nA building once abandoned\, a labyrinth of corridors and over 100 years of history… Victoria Baths was made for a fright night like this. With every space dressed for the occasion\, we invite you into a world where the line between eerie and enchanting blurs. \n🎧 Three DJs\, One Unforgettable Night: Headphones at the ready as Hostess with the Mostess Hattie Pearson takes over channel 1 playing the best 80s/90s throwbacks. Plus\, special guests THT GRL (Not Bad For A Girl)\, Manchester’s collective of women and non-binary babes who just want to have fun\, will be heading up channel 3 with a mix of all their biggest belters! Whilst multi-genre\, non-binary Northern powerhouse DJ MX WORLD provides the 00s bangers on channel 2. \n🎃 Discover the Haunted (pool) Halls: Enter a world where the line between eerie and enchanting blurs\, as Victoria Baths transforms into a wicked wonderland of Halloween decorations. Taking over the ground floor\, the pool halls and Turkish Baths will be open to explore\, with the silent disco taking place in the Sports Hall. \n🍸 Bar & Cocktails: Head to the VB Bar for spirits\, chasers and other exciting elixirs. Including craft-beers\, specially conjured cocktails and mysterious mocktails\, plus a range of tasty non-alcoholic tipples. \n📸 Photo Ops: Capture your spooktacular memories with a selfie station\, photo opportunities across the spaces and the glorious background of the iconic Grade II* listed Victoria Baths. \n👻 Fancy Dress Competition: Unleash your inner ghoulish glam or don your most ingenious Halloween costume for a chance to win fabulous prizes in our Fancy Dress Competition. \nAll within the unique setting of the 117-year-old Grade II* listed Victoria Baths. Explore the spooky-spaces and join us for a Halloween Baths Bash like no other! \n🎟️ Limited tickets available! Book early to secure your spot in this hair-raising celebration… \n \nThe Silence of the Baths \nSaturday 28 October \nVictoria Baths \n Doors Open 7pm (Event ends 11:30pm) \nBooking in advance recommended \nAll ticket and drink purchases support the Victoria Baths Trust to preserve the Baths for the future and ensure we can open for all to explore. \n\n\n\nFAQs\nHow can I contact the organiser with any questions?\nRing Victoria Baths on 0161 224 2020 during office hours (Monday – Friday\, 9:30am – 5pm) or email enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk \nWhat’s the refund policy?\nTickets can be refunded in full up to 72 hours before the event – please request via Eventbrite. \nDo I have to buy an online ticket?\nYes! We advise you book this event in advance to avoid disappointment. There might be some tickets available on the door but these will be limited. \nIs it OK if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends?\nYes\, this is fine. \nWhy do you ask for donations?\nVictoria Baths Trust is a registered charity and does not receive any core funding from the government. We therefore depend heavily upon donations to carry out our work. \nWe are enormously grateful for every donation received\, regardless of value. Each person who supports the Trust becomes part of our unique history and\, more importantly\, our future. \nIs Victoria Baths accessible?\nThere is an access ramp at the main entrance and an accessible toilet and baby change facilities. The ground floor is completely accessible\, including the evening performance space. Currently we do not have 1st floor lift access. If you need help during your visit\, please speak to the staff or a volunteer\, who all wear name badges. Blue Badge holders can park directly in front of the building. \nAre children welcome at this event?\nThe Silence of the Baths is an 18+ only event. \nCan I take photographs at the event?\nPhotography and filming for personal use is permitted anywhere inside the building unless otherwise stated. Photos taken inside may not be sold or used for commercial gain. We will be taking photographs for publicity at the event; if you would prefer not be photographed please ask at the Welcome Desk for a wristband. URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/the-silence-of-the-baths/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/8a20fd2779a628594abb3423a1aa2642-eFWBV0.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231028T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231028T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20230817T124918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T204753Z UID:3860-1698494400-1698505200@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:Mini Monster Mash DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable spooky Silent Disco this Halloween. Grab your dancing shoes & your best fancy dress for a howling good time!\n\n\nGet your Minis to our Monster Mash for a unique Halloween Bash at Victoria Baths!\nDon’t miss our spine-chillingly fun Halloween party that’s perfect for kids and adults alike! Join us at the historic and enchanting Victoria Baths for a one-of-a-kind event that promises a ghoulishly good time. With a variety of activities and entertainment for all ages\, you won’t want to miss out on this hair-raising celebration. \n🎧 Silent Disco & Dancing: \nStep into our specially designed silent disco area\, where you can groove to your favorite tunes on separate channels – one for kids and one for adults. Dance your heart out in the eerie ambiance of Victoria Baths. \n👻 Haunted Music Channels: \nChoose between our kid-friendly music channel and an adult tracklist that’ll keep you moving all afternoon. From spooky soundtracks to Halloween classics\, we’ve got the beats to match your mood! \n🎃 Spooky Decor: \nVictoria Baths will be transformed into a Halloween wonderland\, with spooky decorations adorning every corner. \n🍬 Tuck Shop Delights: \nIndulge in some devilishly delicious treats from our tuck shop. From creepy candies to delightful snacks\, we’ve got a range of goodies to satisfy all your cravings. \n🎨 Crafts and Activity Trail: \nUnleash your creativity with Halloween-themed crafts suitable for all ages. Whether you’re a little ghoul or a grown-up ghost our\, Halloween themed ‘Miles of Tiles’ activity trail will lead you to unexpected surprises! \n🔍 Explore Victoria Baths: \nDiscover the fascinating history of Victoria Baths as you wander through its stunning architecture and unique spaces. Learn about its past and present while getting lost in its hauntingly beautiful ambiance. \n🎃🎶 With music\, dancing\, crafts\, and more\, this Halloween party promises to be howlingly good fun for everyone in the family. It’s a chance to let loose\, enjoy the spookiness\, and make unforgettable memories together. \nEvent Details:\nDate: Saturday\, 28 October \nTime: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM \nLocation: Victoria Baths \nPrice: £3 per person \nBooking in advance recommended \nAll ticket and drink purchases support the Victoria Baths Trust to preserve the Baths for the future and ensure we can open for all to explore. \n\n\n\nFAQs\nHow can I contact the organiser with any questions?\nRing Victoria Baths on 0161 224 2020 during office hours (Monday – Friday\, 9:30am – 5pm) or email enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk \nWhat’s the refund policy?\nTickets can be refunded in full up to 72 hours before the event – please request via Eventbrite. \nDo I have to buy an online ticket?\nYes! We advise you book this event in advance to avoid disappointment. There might be some tickets available on the door but these will be limited. \nIs it OK if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends?\nYes\, this is fine. \nWhy do you ask for donations?\nVictoria Baths Trust is a registered charity and does not receive any core funding from the government. We therefore depend heavily upon donations to carry out our work. \nWe are enormously grateful for every donation received\, regardless of value. Each person who supports the Trust becomes part of our unique history and\, more importantly\, our future. \nIs Victoria Baths accessible?\nThere is an access ramp at the main entrance and an accessible toilet and baby change facilities. The ground floor is completely accessible\, including the evening performance space. Currently we do not have 1st floor lift access. If you need help during your visit\, please speak to the staff or a volunteer\, who all wear name badges. Blue Badge holders can park directly in front of the building. \nAre children welcome at this event?\nYes! This is a family friendly kids event and is designed for kids (and adults) of all ages! \nCan I take photographs at the event?\nPhotography and filming for personal use is permitted anywhere inside the building unless otherwise stated. Photos taken inside may not be sold or used for commercial gain. We will be taking photographs for publicity at the event; if you would prefer not be photographed please ask at the Welcome Desk for a wristband. URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/mini-monster-mash/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/5a2ec01289f34a6ecd30d4d3b99ac56e-XLdqUA.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231019T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231022T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20230902T113816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230902T120325Z UID:4120-1697738400-1697990400@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair\, 19 - 22 October 2023 DESCRIPTION:– Craft Says Something\nCraft says…excuse me\, listen up\, I’m different. Be original\, be curious\, and make a statement. Why not own something that nobody else does? \nThis Autumn sees the return of one of the UK’s biggest and most prestigious craft shows\, The Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair. \nNow in its 16th year\, this award-winning event brings together over 200 of the most talented makers and designers from across the UK including printmakers\, ceramicists\, jewellery makers\, textile and glass artists\, metal workers\, and silversmiths as well as furniture & lighting designers. Each of the exhibitors has been specifically selected for their outstanding craftsmanship and talent. \nHoused in the iconic Victoria Baths in Manchester\, the GNCCF is a unique opportunity to view and buy original handmade pieces from established artists as well as new graduate talent showcasing their work for the first time. \nTickets for GNCCF 2023 are on sale now\n\nEvent Information\nThe Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair begins with a special preview evening on Thursday 19th October\, 6pm–9pm\, then opens to the public on \nFriday 20th October\, 10am–5pm \nSaturday 21st October\, 10am–5pm \nSunday 22nd October\, 10am–4pm \nTickets\nAdvance tickets: £8/£7 concession (plus booking fee) \nOn the door: £9.50/£8.50 concession \nPreview tickets: £15 advance\, £17 on the door \nwww.greatnorthernevents.co.uk \n\nEvent Highlights for 2023\n· Green Graduates\, with their exciting ideas to heal the planet \n· Work by eminent artists selected for The Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust www.qest.org.uk \n· Free maker demos and hands-on textile and print workshops\, as well as bookable masterclasses to learn new craft techniques led by leading makers. \n· Performances by Laura Mathews\, last year’s Best in Show\, with her stunning interactive animal puppets and sculptures. \n· Tableware by Sue Pryke\, guest judge on TV’s Great Pottery Throwdown. \n· A new initiative to showcase and sell the work of small Northern businesses that make supplies for the craft industry\, including popular materials and craft kits. \n· An ongoing collaboration with the Manchester-based Oasis charity \n· Onsite café\, selling delicious lunches and snacks from an all-new menu of local produce. \nAdvance tickets are now on sale via the website. Anybody who buys advance tickets before 30th September will be entered into a prize draw to win one of 4 prizes of £50 to spend at the fair. \nFor further information on the show\, search #GNCCF or visit:- www.greatnorthernevents.co.uk \n  URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/gnccf/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/08B_WebBanner_MOREINFO_Blue-02.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="GNCCF":MAILTO:https://www.greatnorthernevents.co.uk/contact.aspx END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231015T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231015T153000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20230902T092750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230902T092750Z UID:4105-1697365800-1697383800@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:Vintage Home Show\, 15 October 2023 DESCRIPTION:Vintage Home Show at the glorious Grade II* Listed Victoria Baths\nThe Vintage Home Show are back at Victoria Baths with the best independent vintage home dealers specialising in Mid-century Furniture\, Retro styling\, Lighting\, Ceramics\, Vintage\, Textiles and Artwork. \nBrowse well-known and loved pieces from British makers including G-Plan\, Ercol and Stag\, plus much-loved Danish makers and mass-market Retro and Kitsch ‘household classics’. No matter your budget\, you’re sure to find something to suit your style! \nExplore the wonderful setting of Victoria Baths\, wander the Baths\, and visit the Victoria Baths gift shop for a range of VB and Manchester inspired souvenirs and gifts. \nMore information and tickets at www.vintagehomeshow.co.uk \n \nVintage Home Show Manchester\nWe are excited to be offering a fantastic selection of Vintage interior styling from 48 specialist dealers at our Manchester venue. Find lots of unique and fabulous items from the 1930’s-1970’s for your home including Teak Sideboards\, Funky Chairs\, Industrial Lighting\, Retro Artwork\, Atomic Fabrics and much more… \nWe operate a timed ticket entry as the show is very popular and gets busy. This way we can manage the numbers of visitors in the building to keep your visit a pleasure and allow you to see everything. Simply arrive anytime within your allocated hour and stay as long as you wish. \n\nEarly Bird entry from is 10:30am (for those who are really keen)\nStandard Entry is from 11am onwards. Pick a time slot\, arrive between those times and then stay as long as you want\nKids under 16 years GO FREE\nFree on-street car parking or try the Multi storey at the Manchester Royal Infirmary up the road.\nNo dogs allowed (Sorry)\nThe event takes place in various different parts of this Edwardian Swimming Baths and there are stairs involved to get to two areas of the show. Due to the age of the venue there are no lifts. However\, the main hall is fully accessible.\nMost traders take card payments but we advise you to bring some cash too. There are cash machines just up the road if you need one. Ask our door staff for directions.\nAn on-site café serving a selection of cakes\, savories\, pastries\, soup\, and drinks will be open during the fair.\n\nBuy your Vintage Home Show Manchester tickets here!\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n VHS March 2023\n \n \n \n \n \n VHS at Victoria Baths\n \n \n \n \n \n VHS March 2023 URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/vintage-home-show/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Events at VB ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Untitled-design-42.png ORGANIZER;CN="Vintage Home Show":MAILTO:hello@gingerbiscuitevents.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231013T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231014T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20231001T095433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231001T095433Z UID:4414-1697191200-1697299200@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:The Home Upgrade Show\, 13 - 14 October 2023 DESCRIPTION:Friday\, 13 October 2023 – Saturday\, 14 October 2023\nIn-person event: 10.00-16.00hrs over 2 days; Victoria Baths\, Manchester\n\nBook FREE in advance; tickets £10 on the door\n👉🏼 HOUSING PROFESSIONALS: REGISTER \n👉🏼 HOUSEHOLDER/COMMUNITIES: REGISTER\nBrought to you by Low Carbon Homes\, The Home Upgrade Show\, (part of Retrofit Action Week)\, is designed to meet the needs of those ready to play their part in decarbonising housing to create better\, healthier\, warmer homes for all. \nCreating a unique showcase of over 50 local and regional suppliers and service providers focused on supporting housing professionals\, property owners\, householders and community groups\, the FREE two-day Expo and Workshops programme plays a vital role in supporting the delivery of retrofit\, locally – whether that’s for housing at-scale\, street-by-street or house-by-house. \nView the daily workshop programme \nHosted in the beautiful setting of the Grade II* listed Victoria Baths\, for more information on venue access and other events at Victoria Baths find our Visit Page here. \nOur Volunteer-Led Cafe will be open across the event in the Gala Pool with a selection of sandwiches\, savoury pastries\, cakes\, snacks and hot & cold drinks. All purchases support the work of the Victoria Baths Trust to preserve Victoria Baths to be explored and enjoyed by everyone. URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/home-upgrade-show/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Add-a-heading-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Low Carbon Homes%3A The Home Upgrade Show":MAILTO:hello@lowcarbonhomes.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231005T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231008T180000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20230902T084753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230902T084754Z UID:4093-1696527000-1696788000@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:Indy Man Beer Con\, 5 - 8 October 2023 DESCRIPTION:Indy Man Beer Con are back at Victoria Baths with a weekend of the best bevs and vibes!\nIndependent Manchester Beer Convention (Indy Man Beer Con/IMBC) is a world-class showcase for the best breweries from the UK and beyond. IMBC 2023 takes place from Thursday 5th – Sunday 8th October\, over 4 days and 6 distinct sessions in the stunning surrounds of the Grade II* listed\, architectural gem Victoria Baths. IMBC brings together the most progressive\, forward-thinking breweries around for a multi-sensory\, headlong\, hop-forward beer extravaganza! \n2023’s list of breweries is still brewing over at IMBC HQ so keep checking the website and socials for the latest updates – www.indymanbeercon.co.uk \n \nIMBC 2023 – the details\nDates Thursday 5th – Sunday 8th October\nFirst wave of breweries announced!\nTickets – IMBC 2023 Tickets on sale now!\nDespite a rise in associated costs due to – well\, the world – IMBC have frozen ticket prices for IMBC 2023. Tickets are priced at:  Thursday Evening (5.30pm – 10.30pm) £14.50 Friday Morning (11am – 4pm) £14.50 Friday Evening (5.30pm – 10.30pm) £19 Saturday Morning (11am – 4pm) £19 Saturday Evening (5.30pm – 10.30pm) £19 Sunday (1pm – 6pm) £14.50 Full Fat (all sessions) £75 \nYour ticket gains you admission to the festival\, as well as a commemorative glass to keep (or to leave\, if you’d rather not take it). To be clear: drinks tokens\, ticketed tasting sessions\, and food are not included with your ticket. \nFood\, Non-Beer and Tastings\nWe will have drinks that are alcoholic but not beer\, as well as soft drinks\, available at the festival\, as well as our food village and tastings operating at every session. We will announce all details regarding these as soon as possible\, and well in advance of the festival. \nPractical things\nChildren are very welcome to attend IMBC before 7pm and must always be accompanied by a guardian. \nGuide Dogs are welcome but unfortunately\, other dog friends are not able to join the fun due to the nature of the Grade II* listed building\, IMBC is also a busy\, noisy event. \nMore information on Tickets\, Session Tokens\, Food and Entry details can be found at www.indymanbeercon.co.uk \n \nIndependent Manchester Beer Convention is brought to you by the team behind Nell’s Pizza\, Common\, Port Street Beer House & The Beagle. IMBC came about through being inspired by the UK’s craft beer movement and frustration that beer festivals in their current form weren’t really representative of this exciting and dynamic part of the industry. We wanted to put on an event that has amazing beer (obviously) but was open-minded\, inclusive and modern. URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/imbc/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Events at VB ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Indy-Man-Beer-Con.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231001T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231001T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20230906T221726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T221726Z UID:4160-1696158000-1696179600@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:Clothes Cycle\, Sunday 1 October DESCRIPTION:ClothesCycle is the UK’s largest thrift market and is coming back to Manchester on Sunday 1st October for one day only! \nCome along for a fun day out\, with friends or family\, from 11am-5pm at the beautiful Victoria Baths. \nWe have carefully curated a list of over 100 sellers\, offering a wide range of styles and items\, including plus-sized\, gender-neutral\, male and female. As well as Nail Art stalls\, Street Food\, Activities and more. \nSpread across over 6 large rooms\, our sellers offer something for everyone and every budget. You can spend £10 on a few items or splash over £100 on a unique\, luxury brand archive piece. \nExplore the Grade II* listed landmark Victoria Baths and discover the history of the building and the heritage of Manchester’s swimming and washouses. \nTickets for ClothesCycle Manchester are on sale now – visit the ClothesCyvle site for more information URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/clothes-cycle/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/IMG_0222_Original-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Clothes Cycle":MAILTO:info@clothescyclemarkets.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230920T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230920T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20230703T144434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T064813Z UID:2687-1695207600-1695222000@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:WELCOME WEDNESDAYS – Discover Victoria Baths Tour and free General Entry DESCRIPTION:A guided tour of Manchester’s Victoria Baths or free general building entry on a Wednesday afternoon. Tea Room and Gift Shop open.\n\n\nWelcome Wednesdays\nGuided Tour and General Entry\nVisit an iconic Manchester landmark for free and take an optional paid guided tour of the partly-restored swimming pools\, Turkish Baths and Superintendent’s Flat.\nThe Grade II* listed building is remarkably intact\, with beautiful stained glass windows\, amazing wall tiles and incredible mosaic flooring behind the imposing exterior.\nOur entertaining and informative Discover Victoria Baths tour is led by an experienced volunteer guide. Doors open at 11am for free general entry and the guided tour starts at 1pm\, lasting approximately 1¼ hours. \nTour tickets are available to purchase in advance. Limited tickets may be available of the door but we advise booking online to avoid disappointment. Tour tickets for Under 16’s are free but must be accompanied by an adult ticket holder. \n*Please note we are closed on Wednesday 6 September\, we are open as usual the following week \nBrowse and buy souvenirs and gifts in our wonderful Gift Shop and visit our beautiful Tea Room with its stained glass windows and elaborate wrought iron ceiling\, serving hot and cold drinks\, snacks\, and a bookable Cream Tea. \nVisiting with young ones? Don’t miss a visit to our play area in the Tea Room and check our website for details on free family activities during school half-terms. \nCream Tea\nTo make your visit extra-special\, enjoy a delicious Cream Tea in our beautiful Tea Room – a large fruit scone accompanied by butter\, strawberry jam\, clotted cream and tea or coffee. Jam first or cream… it’s up to you! \nPriced at £5\, you need to book in advance. \nGeneral Entry\nYou don’t need to book to explore the building or visit the Tea Room and Gift Shop on a Wednesday – it’s free to pop in between 11am–3pm (last entry 2pm). Please make a donation if you can – we have both cash and contactless donation points in the building. \nFree family craft station every half-term week / across the Summer Holidays – no need to book! Enjoy Victoria Baths with your little explorers\, grab an activity sheet on arrival and pop in and out of our crafting area throughout the day. \nPlease note on Wednesday 16 August our Gala Pool will be closed for our Picnic in the Pool family event will take place from 12-3pm in the Gala Pool. The building will be busier that usual on this day and the Gala Pool will not be accessible. All other spaces will be open to explore and the Gala Pool can be viewed from the pool surround and the First Floor Balcony \n\n\n\n~ Prices ~\n\nGuided Tour – £8 (Victoria Baths Friends / Under 16s – Free)\nGeneral Entry – Pay What You Can / Free \nCream Tea – £5 each\n\nUnder 16’s are free but must be accompanied by an adult ticket holder. \nTimes\n\n11am   Doors open\, Tea Room and Gift Shop open\n1pm    Tour starts\n2.15pm   Tour ends\n2pm    Last General Entry\n3pm  Building closes\n\n*The Gala Pool will be closed on 16 August due to our Picnic in the Pool event\, which is fully booked\, all other spaces will be open to explore and the Gala Pool can be viewed from the pool surround and the First Floor Balcony \n*Please note we are closed on Wednesday 6 September\, we are open as usual the following week \nGroups\nIf you are interested in joining our guided tour with a group of 6 or more\, please get in touch directly – telephone 0161 224 2020 or email enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk. \nVictoria Baths Trust is a registered charity and relies on the support of the public to continue its work preserving the building for everyone to enjoy and explore. \nTop image of Victoria Baths © Andrew Billington Photography \n\n\n\nFAQs\nHow can I contact the organiser with any questions? \nRing the Victoria Baths office on +44 (0)161 224 2020 or email enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk. \nCan I take photographs? \nPhotography and filming for personal use is permitted anywhere in the building. Personal photos and films/videos may not be used or sold for commercial gain. Please contact the office for information about professional or commercial shoots. \nWhat’s the refund policy? \nTickets can be refunded in full up to 72 hours (3 days) before the tour date. The Eventbrite fees are non-refundable. \nDo I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? \nYes please\, either on a mobile phone\, tablet or as a printout. \nDo I have to buy an online ticket? \nYes please\, for the Tour and a Cream Tea. Any tour tickets remaining will be sold on the day on a first come – first served basis. You can still visit the building\, Tea Room and Gift Shop without joining the guided tour. Cream Tea is only available when booked in advance. \nIs my ticket transferrable? \nWe will try to accommodate transfers to another date/time\, with at least 72 hours (2 days) notice. \nIs it OK if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends? \nYes\, this is fine. \nIs Victoria Baths accessible? \nThere is an access ramp at the main entrance and an accessible toilet and baby change facilities. The ground floor is completely accessible\, including the Tea Room and Gift Shop. Currently we do not have first floor lift access. If you need help during your visit\, please speak to the staff or a volunteer\, who all wear name badges. Blue Badge holders can park directly in front of the building. URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/welcome-wednesdays-discover-victoria-baths-tour-and-free-general-entry-12/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/6a4e6354ba08dfef0dba26b58e1f9e3a-DFPGAr.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230913T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230913T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20230703T144433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T123250Z UID:2686-1694602800-1694617200@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:WELCOME WEDNESDAYS – Discover Victoria Baths Tour and free General Entry DESCRIPTION:A guided tour of Manchester’s Victoria Baths or free general building entry on a Wednesday afternoon. Tea Room and Gift Shop open.\n\n\nWelcome Wednesdays\nGuided Tour and General Entry\nVisit an iconic Manchester landmark for free and take an optional paid guided tour of the partly-restored swimming pools\, Turkish Baths and Superintendent’s Flat.\nThe Grade II* listed building is remarkably intact\, with beautiful stained glass windows\, amazing wall tiles and incredible mosaic flooring behind the imposing exterior.\nOur entertaining and informative Discover Victoria Baths tour is led by an experienced volunteer guide. Doors open at 11am for free general entry and the guided tour starts at 1pm\, lasting approximately 1¼ hours. \nTour tickets are available to purchase in advance. Limited tickets may be available of the door but we advise booking online to avoid disappointment. Tour tickets for Under 16’s are free but must be accompanied by an adult ticket holder. \n*Please note we are closed on Wednesday 6 September\, we are open as usual the following week \nBrowse and buy souvenirs and gifts in our wonderful Gift Shop and visit our beautiful Tea Room with its stained glass windows and elaborate wrought iron ceiling\, serving hot and cold drinks\, snacks\, and a bookable Cream Tea. \nVisiting with young ones? Don’t miss a visit to our play area in the Tea Room and check our website for details on free family activities during school half-terms. \nCream Tea\nTo make your visit extra-special\, enjoy a delicious Cream Tea in our beautiful Tea Room – a large fruit scone accompanied by butter\, strawberry jam\, clotted cream and tea or coffee. Jam first or cream… it’s up to you! \nPriced at £5\, you need to book in advance. \nGeneral Entry\nYou don’t need to book to explore the building or visit the Tea Room and Gift Shop on a Wednesday – it’s free to pop in between 11am–3pm (last entry 2pm). Please make a donation if you can – we have both cash and contactless donation points in the building. \nFree family craft station every half-term week / across the Summer Holidays – no need to book! Enjoy Victoria Baths with your little explorers\, grab an activity sheet on arrival and pop in and out of our crafting area throughout the day. \nPlease note on Wednesday 16 August our Gala Pool will be closed for our Picnic in the Pool family event will take place from 12-3pm in the Gala Pool. The building will be busier that usual on this day and the Gala Pool will not be accessible. All other spaces will be open to explore and the Gala Pool can be viewed from the pool surround and the First Floor Balcony \n\n\n\n~ Prices ~\n\nGuided Tour – £8 (Victoria Baths Friends / Under 16s – Free)\nGeneral Entry – Pay What You Can / Free \nCream Tea – £5 each\n\nUnder 16’s are free but must be accompanied by an adult ticket holder. \nTimes\n\n11am   Doors open\, Tea Room and Gift Shop open\n1pm    Tour starts\n2.15pm   Tour ends\n2pm    Last General Entry\n3pm  Building closes\n\n*The Gala Pool will be closed on 16 August due to our Picnic in the Pool event\, which is fully booked\, all other spaces will be open to explore and the Gala Pool can be viewed from the pool surround and the First Floor Balcony \n*Please note we are closed on Wednesday 6 September\, we are open as usual the following week \nGroups\nIf you are interested in joining our guided tour with a group of 6 or more\, please get in touch directly – telephone 0161 224 2020 or email enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk. \nVictoria Baths Trust is a registered charity and relies on the support of the public to continue its work preserving the building for everyone to enjoy and explore. \nTop image of Victoria Baths © Andrew Billington Photography \n\n\n\nFAQs\nHow can I contact the organiser with any questions? \nRing the Victoria Baths office on +44 (0)161 224 2020 or email enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk. \nCan I take photographs? \nPhotography and filming for personal use is permitted anywhere in the building. Personal photos and films/videos may not be used or sold for commercial gain. Please contact the office for information about professional or commercial shoots. \nWhat’s the refund policy? \nTickets can be refunded in full up to 72 hours (3 days) before the tour date. The Eventbrite fees are non-refundable. \nDo I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? \nYes please\, either on a mobile phone\, tablet or as a printout. \nDo I have to buy an online ticket? \nYes please\, for the Tour and a Cream Tea. Any tour tickets remaining will be sold on the day on a first come – first served basis. You can still visit the building\, Tea Room and Gift Shop without joining the guided tour. Cream Tea is only available when booked in advance. \nIs my ticket transferrable? \nWe will try to accommodate transfers to another date/time\, with at least 72 hours (2 days) notice. \nIs it OK if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends? \nYes\, this is fine. \nIs Victoria Baths accessible? \nThere is an access ramp at the main entrance and an accessible toilet and baby change facilities. The ground floor is completely accessible\, including the Tea Room and Gift Shop. Currently we do not have first floor lift access. If you need help during your visit\, please speak to the staff or a volunteer\, who all wear name badges. Blue Badge holders can park directly in front of the building. URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/welcome-wednesdays-discover-victoria-baths-tour-and-free-general-entry-11/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/6a4e6354ba08dfef0dba26b58e1f9e3a-DFPGAr.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230910T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230910T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20230824T132305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230909T223325Z UID:3924-1694343600-1694361600@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:Pools of Creativity DESCRIPTION:Pool Arts take over Victoria Baths for a weekend of creativity!\n\n\nJoin us this Heritage Open Days weekend as we celebrate the past and present of Victoria Baths with our specially curated Pools of Creativity event. \nCelebrating this year’s Heritage Open Days theme of “Creativity Unwrapped”\, Pools of Creativity explores the creative past and present of Victoria Baths. From artistic swimming and the use of the Gala Pool as a dancefloor in the 1950s to the thirty years of creative activity since the building closed as a pool in 1993. Including housing Pool Arts\, who take their name from the Baths. Creativity has always been a key part of Victoria Baths! \nPools of Creativity will see the return of Pool Arts artists for a weekend takeover of Victoria Baths. With art and installation to be found across the site\, deep in the pools and high atop the balconies. Explore an exciting mix of artists\, genres and media\, as we celebrate Pool Arts return together for the first time since 2005! \nPools of Creativity promises a diverse and immersive experience for visitors of all ages. In addition to our usual Heritage Open Days offerings\, including free entry and captivating building tours (paid)\, we have a lineup of exciting events throughout the weekend: \nPool Arts \nReturning to the Baths\, the original home of Pool Arts until 2005. Today’s cohort of artists will take over the whole of Victoria Baths for the weekend with a celebration of visual art\, installation\, mixed media and creativity! Celebrating the Pool Arts and VBs history\, and inviting attendees to get creative as well\, with interactive pieces and activities. Dive into Pool Arts and get creative. Expect an exciting trail of art in every space\, as you wander the beautiful building. \nBack on Track\nBack on Track invite you to look down the lenses of their photography group in a captivating digital exhibition of Manchester landmarks\, including a focus on the features of Victoria Baths. Supporting Adults to make lasting life changes\, Back On Track are a specialist provider of community learning and holistic support to adults across Manchester. \nVic51 \nA pool full of water is traditionally seen as a facility for swimming. Victoria Baths followed this tradition more times than not. However\, there are moments peppered throughout the history of Victoria Baths\, which act on the contrary. This special exhibition explores how Tony Wilson’s\, The Other Side of Midnight\, “WET” party in 1988 began a chain reaction of Victoria Baths being used for parties in the pools \nSHEChoir MCR\nReturning favourites\, SHE Choir MCR are sure to enchant and enthrall\, as they perform their heavenly harmonies and choral magic in the deep end of the Gala Pool. Enjoy their beautiful voices in the equally beautiful space of the Gala Pool. (Sunday only) \nOrdsall Acappella Singers \nSinging a range of beautiful Acapella songs\, no two shows are the same from the wonderful Ordsall Accapella Singers. With a repertoire from classic rock\, upbeat pop\, and traditional to newly composed pieces\, don’t miss the much loved choir return to the Baths (Sunday only) \nAs well as a limited exhibition showcasing the creative uses and activities of Victoria Baths from 1906 to today. Explore the many events\, shows\, gigs\, raves and more creative uses of the Victoria Baths from its opening\, and the thirty years since its closure as a swimming pool in 1993. Explore the pools of creativity that make VB a creative landmark for so many. \nPlus… \nFamily-friendly activities to get creative yourself. With activities from Pool Ars artists and our own VB craft station\, choose from stained glass-inspired decorations or design your own mosaic fish! \nDiscover more of the Baths with our Guided Building Tours – our Discover Victoria Baths and Off Limits Tour will run during the day. Tours cost an additional £8 and last 1¼ hours (free for U16s/ Friends of VB). We recommend pre-booking these as they’re very popular. \nSaturday tours: Discover VB 12noon and 14:30 // Off Limits 13:30 \nSunday tours: Discover VB 12noon and 14:30 \nOur Tea Room will have a wide variety of hot and cold drinks\, snacks\, sandwiches\, cakes\, and our well-recommended Cream Tea! You can also browse and buy souvenirs and gifts in our  Gift Shop\, selling Victoria Baths tote bags\, cards\, and tea towels\, as well as bottles of our very own Small Batch Gin! \nEvent Details \n\nFree Building Entry \nOpen 11am – 4pm (last entry 3pm) \nTea Room and Gift shop open 11am – 4pm \nGuided Tours (Tour Tickets available here) \nPools of Creativity event takes place across the building\, with details of artists and performances available on entry\n\nEntry for Heritage Open Days and Pools of Creativity is FREE. All tour tickets\, tea room and shop purchases and donations support the Victoria Baths Trust to preserve the Baths for the future and ensure we can open for all to explore. Thank you. \n\n\n\nFAQs\nHow can I contact the organiser with any questions?\nRing the Victoria Baths office on +44 (0)161 224 2020 or email enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk. \nCan I take photographs?\nPhotography and filming for personal use is permitted anywhere in the building. Personal photos and films may not be sold for commercial gain. Please contact the office for information about professional or commercial shoots. \nDo I have to buy an online ticket?\nHeritage Open Days entry is free – no need to book. Tour tickets can be booked in advance and are also available on the day on the door. Tour tickets are subject to availability and sell out fast. \nWhat’s the refund policy?\nHeritage Open Days entry is free – no need to book. Tour tickets can be booked in advance and tour tickets can be refunded in full up to 72 hours (3 days) before the tour date. Eventbrite’s fees are non-refundable. \nDo I have to bring my printed tour ticket(s) to the event?\nYes please\, either as a printout or on a mobile phone or tablet. Plus your VB Friends membership card if applicable. \nIs it OK if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends?\nYes\, this is fine. \n \n#VBHOD23 #HODs23 URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/pools-of-creativity/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/90f8843836fcabc2d20755ef9ea46cd4-ndFKbt.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230910T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230910T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20230703T144432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230909T223324Z UID:2685-1694343600-1694361600@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:Heritage Open Days 2023 DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided building tour during the Heritage Open Days weekend 9-10 September 2023. Free general admission to the building.\n\n\nVictoria Baths Heritage Open Days 2023\nSaturday 9 and Sunday 10 September\nFree General Admission to the building all weekend\, plus our highly recommended guided tours…\nWidely recognised as Britain’s finest municipal swimming pool and a Grade II* listed building\, no expense was spared in the construction of Victoria Baths. The building is remarkably intact and today you can still discover the beautiful stained glass\, rich terracotta\, sumptuous tiles\, and amazing mosaics. \nJoin us for FREE entry across our Heritage Open Days weekend and discover the Grade II* listed Manchester landmark that won BBC Two’s ‘Restoration’ programme. Explore the building\, including the three pools\, Turkish Baths\, Aeratone and History Exhibition\, and free family- friendly activities all weekend! \nOur Tea Room will have a wide variety of hot and cold drinks\, snacks\, sandwiches\, cakes and our well-recommended Cream Tea! Visit our Gift Shop for Victoria Baths and Manchester-themed souveneirs and gifts\, including our sell-out VB Craft Gin and much loved Tea Towels! \nDon’t miss our highly recommended Guided Tours! \nDiscover the rich history and heritage of the Baths with our optional Tours at £8 per person (Free for U16s and Friends of Victoria Baths) \nSaturday 9 Sept tours: Discover VB 12noon and 14:30 // Off Limits 13:30 \nSunday 10 Sept tours: Discover VB 12noon and 14:30 \n– Discover Victoria Baths takes you through the building covering the uses of the main spaces\, the history of the building & details of the decorative features that make the building so unique \n– Off Limits visits areas of the building not usually accessed by the general public\, including the undercrofts of the pools\, boiler house and water treatment room! (Not fully accessible\, contact us for more info) \n \nPlus…\nPools of Creativity – taking place across Heritage Open Days!\nCelebrating this year’s Heritage Open Days theme of “Creativity Unwrapped”\, Pools of Creativity explores the creative past and present of Victoria Baths. From artistic swimming and the use of the Gala Pool as a dancefloor in the 1950s to the thirty years of creative activity since the building closed as a pool in 1993. Including housing Pool Arts\, who take their name from the Baths. Creativity has always been a key part of Victoria Baths! \nPools of Creativity will see the return of Pool Arts artists for a weekend takeover of Victoria Baths. With art and installation to be found across the site\, deep in the pools and high atop the balconies. Explore an exciting mix of artists\, genres and media\, as we celebrate Pool Arts return together for the first time since 2005! \nPlus Victoria Baths presents a limited exhibiton of the Creative History of the Baths and Manchster Charity\, Back on Track\, showcases a digital-photography exhibit – all free and in the beautiful setting of Victoria Baths! \nSunday also includes a singing celebration with performances from SHE Choir MCR\, Ordsall Acapella Singers and the Oldham Music Centre Adult Choir. \nFor more info visit www.victoriabaths.org.uk/events/pools-of-creativity \n\nEvent Details\nFree Building Entry \n\nOpen 11am – 4pm (last entry 3pm)\n\n\nTea Room and Gift shop open 11am – 4pm\n\n\nGuided Tours (Tour Tickets available here)\n\n\nPools of Creativity event takes place across the building\, with details of artists and activities available on entry\n\n\nCreative and Family-Friendly activities all weekend\n\n\nSunday 10 September includes performances from SHE Choir MCR \, Ordsall Accapella Singers and Oldham Music Centre Adult Choir\n\nEntry for Heritage Open Days and Pools of Creativity is FREE. All tour tickets\, tea room and shop purchases and donations support the Victoria Baths Trust to preserve the Baths for the future and ensure we can open for all to explore. Thank you. \n\n\n\nFAQs\nHow can I contact the organiser with any questions? \nRing the Victoria Baths office on +44 (0)161 224 2020 or email enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk. \nCan I take photographs? \nPhotography and filming for personal use is permitted anywhere in the building. Personal photos and films may not be sold for commercial gain. Please contact the office for information about professional or commercial shoots. \nDo I have to buy an online ticket? \nHeritage Open Days entry is free – no need to book. Tour tickets can be booked in advance and are also available on the day on the door. Tour tickets are subject to availability and sell out fast. \nWhat’s the refund policy? \nHeritage Open Days entry is free – no need to book. Tour tickets can be booked in advance and tour tickets can be refunded in full up to 72 hours (3 days) before the tour date. Eventbrite’s fees are non-refundable. \nDo I have to bring my printed tour ticket(s) to the event? \nYes please\, either as a printout or on a mobile phone or tablet. Plus your VB Friends membership card if applicable. \nIs it OK if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends? \nYes\, this is fine. \n \n#VBHOD23 #HODs23 URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/victoria-baths-tours-at-heritage-open-days-2023-2/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/d800578fc7cc7b93b55b94d44f03c4e7-iEqIwM.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230909T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230909T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20230829T213107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T064811Z UID:3922-1694257200-1694275200@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:Pools of Creativity DESCRIPTION:Pool Arts take over Victoria Baths for a weekend of creativity!\n\n\nJoin us this Heritage Open Days weekend as we celebrate the past and present of Victoria Baths with our specially curated Pools of Creativity event. \nCelebrating this year’s Heritage Open Days theme of “Creativity Unwrapped”\, Pools of Creativity explores the creative past and present of Victoria Baths. From artistic swimming and the use of the Gala Pool as a dancefloor in the 1950s to the thirty years of creative activity since the building closed as a pool in 1993. Including housing Pool Arts\, who take their name from the Baths. Creativity has always been a key part of Victoria Baths! \nPools of Creativity will see the return of Pool Arts artists for a weekend takeover of Victoria Baths. With art and installation to be found across the site\, deep in the pools and high atop the balconies. Explore an exciting mix of artists\, genres and media\, as we celebrate Pool Arts return together for the first time since 2005! \nPools of Creativity promises a diverse and immersive experience for visitors of all ages. In addition to our usual Heritage Open Days offerings\, including free entry and captivating building tours (paid)\, we have a lineup of exciting events throughout the weekend: \nPool Arts \nReturning to the Baths\, the original home of Pool Arts until 2005. Today’s cohort of artists will take over the whole of Victoria Baths for the weekend with a celebration of visual art\, installation\, mixed media and creativity! Celebrating the Pool Arts and VBs history\, and inviting attendees to get creative as well\, with interactive pieces and activities. Dive into Pool Arts and get creative. Expect an exciting trail of art in every space\, as you wander the beautiful building. \nBack on Track\nBack on Track invite you to look down the lenses of their photography group in a captivating digital exhibition of Manchester landmarks\, including a focus on the features of Victoria Baths. Supporting Adults to make lasting life changes\, Back On Track are a specialist provider of community learning and holistic support to adults across Manchester. \nVic51 \nA pool full of water is traditionally seen as a facility for swimming. Victoria Baths followed this tradition more times than not. However\, there are moments peppered throughout the history of Victoria Baths\, which act on the contrary. This special exhibition explores how Tony Wilson’s\, The Other Side of Midnight\, “WET” party in 1988 began a chain reaction of Victoria Baths being used for parties in the pools \nSHEChoir MCR\nReturning favourites\, SHE Choir MCR are sure to enchant and enthrall\, as they perform their heavenly harmonies and choral magic in the deep end of the Gala Pool. Enjoy their beautiful voices in the equally beautiful space of the Gala Pool. (Sunday only) \nOrdsall Acappella Singers \nSinging a range of beautiful Acapella songs\, no two shows are the same from the wonderful Ordsall Accapella Singers. With a repertoire from classic rock\, upbeat pop\, and traditional to newly composed pieces\, don’t miss the much loved choir return to the Baths (Sunday only) \nAs well as a limited exhibition showcasing the creative uses and activities of Victoria Baths from 1906 to today. Explore the many events\, shows\, gigs\, raves and more creative uses of the Victoria Baths from its opening\, and the thirty years since its closure as a swimming pool in 1993. Explore the pools of creativity that make VB a creative landmark for so many. \nPlus… \nFamily-friendly activities to get creative yourself. With activities from Pool Ars artists and our own VB craft station\, choose from stained glass-inspired decorations or design your own mosaic fish! \nDiscover more of the Baths with our Guided Building Tours – our Discover Victoria Baths and Off Limits Tour will run during the day. Tours cost an additional £8 and last 1¼ hours (free for U16s/ Friends of VB). We recommend pre-booking these as they’re very popular. \nSaturday tours: Discover VB 12noon and 14:30 // Off Limits 13:30 \nSunday tours: Discover VB 12noon and 14:30 \nOur Tea Room will have a wide variety of hot and cold drinks\, snacks\, sandwiches\, cakes\, and our well-recommended Cream Tea! You can also browse and buy souvenirs and gifts in our  Gift Shop\, selling Victoria Baths tote bags\, cards\, and tea towels\, as well as bottles of our very own Small Batch Gin! \nEvent Details \n\nFree Building Entry \nOpen 11am – 4pm (last entry 3pm) \nTea Room and Gift shop open 11am – 4pm \nGuided Tours (Tour Tickets available here) \nPools of Creativity event takes place across the building\, with details of artists and performances available on entry\n\nEntry for Heritage Open Days and Pools of Creativity is FREE. All tour tickets\, tea room and shop purchases and donations support the Victoria Baths Trust to preserve the Baths for the future and ensure we can open for all to explore. Thank you. \n\n\n\nFAQs\nHow can I contact the organiser with any questions?\nRing the Victoria Baths office on +44 (0)161 224 2020 or email enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk. \nCan I take photographs?\nPhotography and filming for personal use is permitted anywhere in the building. Personal photos and films may not be sold for commercial gain. Please contact the office for information about professional or commercial shoots. \nDo I have to buy an online ticket?\nHeritage Open Days entry is free – no need to book. Tour tickets can be booked in advance and are also available on the day on the door. Tour tickets are subject to availability and sell out fast. \nWhat’s the refund policy?\nHeritage Open Days entry is free – no need to book. Tour tickets can be booked in advance and tour tickets can be refunded in full up to 72 hours (3 days) before the tour date. Eventbrite’s fees are non-refundable. \nDo I have to bring my printed tour ticket(s) to the event?\nYes please\, either as a printout or on a mobile phone or tablet. Plus your VB Friends membership card if applicable. \nIs it OK if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends?\nYes\, this is fine. \n \n#VBHOD23 #HODs23 URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/pools-of-creativity-2/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/90f8843836fcabc2d20755ef9ea46cd4-ndFKbt.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230909T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230909T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20230703T144431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T064810Z UID:2684-1694257200-1694275200@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:Heritage Open Days 2023 DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided building tour during the Heritage Open Days weekend 9-10 September 2023. Free general admission to the building.\n\n\nVictoria Baths Heritage Open Days 2023\nSaturday 9 and Sunday 10 September\nFree General Admission to the building all weekend\, plus our highly recommended guided tours…\nWidely recognised as Britain’s finest municipal swimming pool and a Grade II* listed building\, no expense was spared in the construction of Victoria Baths. The building is remarkably intact and today you can still discover the beautiful stained glass\, rich terracotta\, sumptuous tiles\, and amazing mosaics. \nJoin us for FREE entry across our Heritage Open Days weekend and discover the Grade II* listed Manchester landmark that won BBC Two’s ‘Restoration’ programme. Explore the building\, including the three pools\, Turkish Baths\, Aeratone and History Exhibition\, and free family- friendly activities all weekend! \nOur Tea Room will have a wide variety of hot and cold drinks\, snacks\, sandwiches\, cakes and our well-recommended Cream Tea! Visit our Gift Shop for Victoria Baths and Manchester-themed souveneirs and gifts\, including our sell-out VB Craft Gin and much loved Tea Towels! \nDon’t miss our highly recommended Guided Tours! \nDiscover the rich history and heritage of the Baths with our optional Tours at £8 per person (Free for U16s and Friends of Victoria Baths) \nSaturday 9 Sept tours: Discover VB 12noon and 14:30 // Off Limits 13:30 \nSunday 10 Sept tours: Discover VB 12noon and 14:30 \n– Discover Victoria Baths takes you through the building covering the uses of the main spaces\, the history of the building & details of the decorative features that make the building so unique \n– Off Limits visits areas of the building not usually accessed by the general public\, including the undercrofts of the pools\, boiler house and water treatment room! (Not fully accessible\, contact us for more info) \n \nPlus…\nPools of Creativity – taking place across Heritage Open Days!\nCelebrating this year’s Heritage Open Days theme of “Creativity Unwrapped”\, Pools of Creativity explores the creative past and present of Victoria Baths. From artistic swimming and the use of the Gala Pool as a dancefloor in the 1950s to the thirty years of creative activity since the building closed as a pool in 1993. Including housing Pool Arts\, who take their name from the Baths. Creativity has always been a key part of Victoria Baths! \nPools of Creativity will see the return of Pool Arts artists for a weekend takeover of Victoria Baths. With art and installation to be found across the site\, deep in the pools and high atop the balconies. Explore an exciting mix of artists\, genres and media\, as we celebrate Pool Arts return together for the first time since 2005! \nPlus Victoria Baths presents a limited exhibiton of the Creative History of the Baths and Manchster Charity\, Back on Track\, showcases a digital-photography exhibit – all free and in the beautiful setting of Victoria Baths! \nSunday also includes a singing celebration with performances from SHE Choir MCR\, Ordsall Acapella Singers and the Oldham Music Centre Adult Choir. \nFor more info visit www.victoriabaths.org.uk/events/pools-of-creativity \n\nEvent Details\nFree Building Entry \n\nOpen 11am – 4pm (last entry 3pm)\n\n\nTea Room and Gift shop open 11am – 4pm\n\n\nGuided Tours (Tour Tickets available here)\n\n\nPools of Creativity event takes place across the building\, with details of artists and activities available on entry\n\n\nCreative and Family-Friendly activities all weekend\n\n\nSunday 10 September includes performances from SHE Choir MCR \, Ordsall Accapella Singers and Oldham Music Centre Adult Choir\n\nEntry for Heritage Open Days and Pools of Creativity is FREE. All tour tickets\, tea room and shop purchases and donations support the Victoria Baths Trust to preserve the Baths for the future and ensure we can open for all to explore. Thank you. \n\n\n\nFAQs\nHow can I contact the organiser with any questions? \nRing the Victoria Baths office on +44 (0)161 224 2020 or email enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk. \nCan I take photographs? \nPhotography and filming for personal use is permitted anywhere in the building. Personal photos and films may not be sold for commercial gain. Please contact the office for information about professional or commercial shoots. \nDo I have to buy an online ticket? \nHeritage Open Days entry is free – no need to book. Tour tickets can be booked in advance and are also available on the day on the door. Tour tickets are subject to availability and sell out fast. \nWhat’s the refund policy? \nHeritage Open Days entry is free – no need to book. Tour tickets can be booked in advance and tour tickets can be refunded in full up to 72 hours (3 days) before the tour date. Eventbrite’s fees are non-refundable. \nDo I have to bring my printed tour ticket(s) to the event? \nYes please\, either as a printout or on a mobile phone or tablet. Plus your VB Friends membership card if applicable. \nIs it OK if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends? \nYes\, this is fine. \n \n#VBHOD23 #HODs23 URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/victoria-baths-tours-at-heritage-open-days-2023/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/d800578fc7cc7b93b55b94d44f03c4e7-iEqIwM.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230830T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230830T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20230724T105059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T142015Z UID:3636-1693393200-1693407600@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:Summer Holidays at Victoria Baths DESCRIPTION:Make Welcome Wednesday a summer holiday hot spot!\nDon’t miss our family-friendly Welcome Wednesdays this August! Join us every Wednesday and explore the beautiful building\, learn about the heritage and history of this Manchester landmark\, and get creative with a free craft station in our Females Pool. \nPop in between 11am – 3pm\, no need to book!\nOur kids’ craft station is loaded with colourful materials to make decorations and artwork inspired by the building. The stained glass of the windows\, the flowers featured in the design work\, and the artistry found in every detail are where the creative ideas begin. \nSummer also sees the launch of a new kids trail Miles of Tiles\, an exciting way to experience the different spaces of Victoria Baths with family and friends. There are fun tasks to complete along the way and curious questions that you need to be eagled-eyed to discover the answers to. It’s suitable for ages 5+ and is free to take part in\, with a suggested donation of £1\, and when you’ve finished the trail there is a small prize to claim at the Welcome Desk. \nIf you prefer your exploring pursuits to be led by a guide then you can join a building tour with one of the brilliant volunteer guides at 1 pm. Suitable for all ages and lasting just over an hour the tour will reveal Victoria Baths’ history and fascinating stories. \nDiscover Victoria Baths Tour – every week at Welcome Wednesday \nTickets are £8 for adults (free for Friends of Victoria Baths) and children under 16 are free. \n  \nThose who cannot make it on a Wednesday in August will find all the activities packed into Welcome Sunday on Sunday 27 August. \n  \nPicnic in the Pool \nOn Wednesday 16 August there will be a very special Picnic in the Pool and everyone is welcome to enjoy a stay and play with a difference. It will be a visual delight with everyone encouraged to bring blankets\, cushions and teddies to fill the Gala Pool\, which is the perfect setting come rain or shine thanks to its beautiful glass vaulted ceiling. You can bring your own spread of goodies or purchase snacks and treats from the Victoria Baths Tea Room\, which will be stocked with younger visitors’ favourite items. Everyone will be gathering from 12noon with music setting the scene and a range of activities and games to enjoy. There will be lots of posing for pictures taking place with a kids’ photo booth and dress up area to have some laughs over. Entry is free\, with donations encouraged\, and all the other Family Friendly summer activities will also be taking place. Booking is advised\, places could be limited on the day\, free tickets are available at VBPoolPicnic.eventbrite.co.uk \nVisit our Event Page for more details on each Welcome Wednesday\, including tickets for Tours and our delicious Cream Teas – available to book in advance each week. URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/summer-holiday-fun/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Untitled-design-36.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230830T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230830T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20230703T144429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T020850Z UID:2681-1693393200-1693407600@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:WELCOME WEDNESDAYS – Discover Victoria Baths Tour and free General Entry DESCRIPTION:A guided tour of Manchester’s Victoria Baths or free general building entry on a Wednesday afternoon. Tea Room and Gift Shop open.\n\n\nWelcome Wednesdays\nGuided Tour and General Entry\nVisit an iconic Manchester landmark for free and take an optional paid guided tour of the partly-restored swimming pools\, Turkish Baths and Superintendent’s Flat.\nThe Grade II* listed building is remarkably intact\, with beautiful stained glass windows\, amazing wall tiles and incredible mosaic flooring behind the imposing exterior.\nOur entertaining and informative Discover Victoria Baths tour is led by an experienced volunteer guide. Doors open at 11am for free general entry and the guided tour starts at 1pm\, lasting approximately 1¼ hours. \nTour tickets are available to purchase in advance. Limited tickets may be available of the door but we advise booking online to avoid disappointment. Tour tickets for Under 16’s are free but must be accompanied by an adult ticket holder. \n*Please note we are closed on Wednesday 6 September\, we are open as usual the following week \nBrowse and buy souvenirs and gifts in our wonderful Gift Shop and visit our beautiful Tea Room with its stained glass windows and elaborate wrought iron ceiling\, serving hot and cold drinks\, snacks\, and a bookable Cream Tea. \nVisiting with young ones? Don’t miss a visit to our play area in the Tea Room and check our website for details on free family activities during school half-terms. \nCream Tea\nTo make your visit extra-special\, enjoy a delicious Cream Tea in our beautiful Tea Room – a large fruit scone accompanied by butter\, strawberry jam\, clotted cream and tea or coffee. Jam first or cream… it’s up to you! \nPriced at £5\, you need to book in advance. \nGeneral Entry\nYou don’t need to book to explore the building or visit the Tea Room and Gift Shop on a Wednesday – it’s free to pop in between 11am–3pm (last entry 2pm). Please make a donation if you can – we have both cash and contactless donation points in the building. \nFree family craft station every half-term week / across the Summer Holidays – no need to book! Enjoy Victoria Baths with your little explorers\, grab an activity sheet on arrival and pop in and out of our crafting area throughout the day. \nPlease note on Wednesday 16 August our Gala Pool will be closed for our Picnic in the Pool family event will take place from 12-3pm in the Gala Pool. The building will be busier that usual on this day and the Gala Pool will not be accessible. All other spaces will be open to explore and the Gala Pool can be viewed from the pool surround and the First Floor Balcony \n\n\n\n~ Prices ~\n\nGuided Tour – £8 (Victoria Baths Friends / Under 16s – Free)\nGeneral Entry – Pay What You Can / Free \nCream Tea – £5 each\n\nUnder 16’s are free but must be accompanied by an adult ticket holder. \nTimes\n\n11am   Doors open\, Tea Room and Gift Shop open\n1pm    Tour starts\n2.15pm   Tour ends\n2pm    Last General Entry\n3pm  Building closes\n\n*The Gala Pool will be closed on 16 August due to our Picnic in the Pool event\, which is fully booked\, all other spaces will be open to explore and the Gala Pool can be viewed from the pool surround and the First Floor Balcony \n*Please note we are closed on Wednesday 6 September\, we are open as usual the following week \nGroups\nIf you are interested in joining our guided tour with a group of 6 or more\, please get in touch directly – telephone 0161 224 2020 or email enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk. \nVictoria Baths Trust is a registered charity and relies on the support of the public to continue its work preserving the building for everyone to enjoy and explore. \nTop image of Victoria Baths © Andrew Billington Photography \n\n\n\nFAQs\nHow can I contact the organiser with any questions? \nRing the Victoria Baths office on +44 (0)161 224 2020 or email enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk. \nCan I take photographs? \nPhotography and filming for personal use is permitted anywhere in the building. Personal photos and films/videos may not be used or sold for commercial gain. Please contact the office for information about professional or commercial shoots. \nWhat’s the refund policy? \nTickets can be refunded in full up to 72 hours (3 days) before the tour date. The Eventbrite fees are non-refundable. \nDo I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? \nYes please\, either on a mobile phone\, tablet or as a printout. \nDo I have to buy an online ticket? \nYes please\, for the Tour and a Cream Tea. Any tour tickets remaining will be sold on the day on a first come – first served basis. You can still visit the building\, Tea Room and Gift Shop without joining the guided tour. Cream Tea is only available when booked in advance. \nIs my ticket transferrable? \nWe will try to accommodate transfers to another date/time\, with at least 72 hours (2 days) notice. \nIs it OK if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends? \nYes\, this is fine. \nIs Victoria Baths accessible? \nThere is an access ramp at the main entrance and an accessible toilet and baby change facilities. The ground floor is completely accessible\, including the Tea Room and Gift Shop. Currently we do not have first floor lift access. If you need help during your visit\, please speak to the staff or a volunteer\, who all wear name badges. Blue Badge holders can park directly in front of the building. URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/welcome-wednesdays-discover-victoria-baths-tour-and-free-general-entry-9/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/6a4e6354ba08dfef0dba26b58e1f9e3a-DFPGAr.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230827T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230827T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20230703T144427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230827T080354Z UID:2680-1693137600-1693148400@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:WELCOME SUNDAYS – Discover Victoria Baths Tour and free General Entry DESCRIPTION:A guided tour of Manchester’s Victoria Baths or free general building entry\, with a pop-up Tea Room\, Shop and family friendly activities.\n\n\nWelcome Sunday\nGuided Tour and General Entry\n\nWelcome Sundays are open to all!\n\nFrom May – September on the last Sunday of the month we’ll be welcoming the public and community to explore and use Victoria Baths. With free entry\, optional paid guided tours and family friendly activities each month. \nPlus we’ll be joined by a range of community groups who will use spaces across the Baths for free activities and information sessions. Join us to explore the Baths and your local community in one!\n\nOur Grade II* listed building is remarkably intact\, with beautiful stained glass windows\, amazing wall tiles and incredible mosaic flooring behind the imposing exterior. \nOur entertaining and informative Discover Victoria Baths tours are conducted by experienced volunteer guides. Doors open at 12noon for free general entry and the guided tour starts at 1pm\, lasting approximately 1¼ hours. Take the afternoon to wander the building\, browse our Gift Shop\, and pick up a tasty treat from our pop-up tea room. \nEach month we will be joined by community groups and organisations\, showcasing their work around the local area and using our spaces for their activities. If you are part of a community group and would like to get involved in Welcome Sundays please email community@victoriabaths.org.uk \nVisiting with young one’s? Don’t miss a visit to our play area in our Tea Room and check our website for details on our free family activities in half-terms. \nCream Tea\nTo make your visit extra-special\, enjoy a delicious Cream Tea in our beautiful Tea Room – a large fruit scone accompanied by butter\, strawberry jam\, clotted cream and tea or coffee. Jam first or cream… it’s up to you! \nPriced at £5\, please book in advance. \nGeneral Entry\nYou don’t need to book to explore the building or visit the Tea Room and Gift Shop on a Sunday – it’s free to just pop in between 12noon –3pm (last entry 2pm). Please make a donation if you can – we have both cash and contactless donation points in the building. \n \n\n\n\n~ Prices ~\n\nGuided Tour – £8 (Victoria Baths Friends / Under 16s – Free)\nCream Tea – £5 (Available to book in advance only)\nGeneral Entry – Pay What You Can / Free \n\nTimes\n\n12noon Doors open\, Tea Room and Gift Shop open\n1pm    Tour starts\n2.15pm    Tour ends\n2pm     Last General Entry\n3pm   Building closes\n\nGroups\nIf you are interested in joining our guided tour with a group of 6 or more\, please get in touch directly – telephone 0161 224 2020 or email enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk \nVictoria Baths Trust is a registered charity and relies on the support of the public to continue its work preserving the building for everyone to enjoy and explore. \nTop image of Victoria Baths © Andrew Billington Photography \n\n\n\nFAQs\nHow can I contact the organiser with any questions? \nRing the Victoria Baths office on +44 (0)161 224 2020 or email enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk. \nCan I take photographs? \nPhotography and filming for personal use is permitted anywhere in the building. Personal photos and films/videos may not be used or sold for commercial gain. Please contact the office for information about professional or commercial shoots. \nWhat’s the refund policy? \nTickets can be refunded in full up to 72 hours (3 days) before the tour date. Eventbrite’s fees are non-refundable. \nDo I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? \nYes please\, either on a mobile phone\, tablet or as a printout. \nDo I have to buy an online ticket? \nYes please\, for the Tour. Any tour tickets remaining will be sold on the day on a first come – first served basis. You can still visit the building\, Tea Room and Gift Shop without joining the guided tour. \nIs my ticket transferrable? \nWe will try to accommodate transfers to another date/time\, with at least 72 hours (2 days) notice. \nIs it OK if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends? \nYes\, this is fine. \nIs Victoria Baths accessible? \nThere is an access ramp at the main entrance and an accessible toilet and baby change facilities. The ground floor is completely accessible\, including the Tea Room and Gift Shop. Currently we do not have first floor lift access. If you need help during your visit\, please speak to the staff or a volunteer\, who all wear name badges. Blue Badge holders can park directly in front of the building. URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/sundayaugust/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/e8e1c7fe0b80fda489c4bbc117e95bb4-d6cDLk.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230823T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230823T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20230703T144412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T153505Z UID:2673-1692788400-1692802800@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:WELCOME WEDNESDAYS – Discover Victoria Baths Tour and free General Entry DESCRIPTION:A guided tour of Manchester’s Victoria Baths or free general building entry on a Wednesday afternoon. Tea Room and Gift Shop open.\n\n\nWelcome Wednesdays\nGuided Tour and General Entry\nVisit an iconic Manchester landmark for free and take an optional paid guided tour of the partly-restored swimming pools\, Turkish Baths and Superintendent’s Flat.\nThe Grade II* listed building is remarkably intact\, with beautiful stained glass windows\, amazing wall tiles and incredible mosaic flooring behind the imposing exterior.\nOur entertaining and informative Discover Victoria Baths tour is led by an experienced volunteer guide. Doors open at 11am for free general entry and the guided tour starts at 1pm\, lasting approximately 1¼ hours. \nTour tickets are available to purchase in advance. Limited tickets may be available of the door but we advise booking online to avoid disappointment. Tour tickets for Under 16’s are free but must be accompanied by an adult ticket holder. \n*Please note we are closed on Wednesday 6 September\, we are open as usual the following week \nBrowse and buy souvenirs and gifts in our wonderful Gift Shop and visit our beautiful Tea Room with its stained glass windows and elaborate wrought iron ceiling\, serving hot and cold drinks\, snacks\, and a bookable Cream Tea. \nVisiting with young ones? Don’t miss a visit to our play area in the Tea Room and check our website for details on free family activities during school half-terms. \nCream Tea\nTo make your visit extra-special\, enjoy a delicious Cream Tea in our beautiful Tea Room – a large fruit scone accompanied by butter\, strawberry jam\, clotted cream and tea or coffee. Jam first or cream… it’s up to you! \nPriced at £5\, you need to book in advance. \nGeneral Entry\nYou don’t need to book to explore the building or visit the Tea Room and Gift Shop on a Wednesday – it’s free to pop in between 11am–3pm (last entry 2pm). Please make a donation if you can – we have both cash and contactless donation points in the building. \nFree family craft station every half-term week / across the Summer Holidays – no need to book! Enjoy Victoria Baths with your little explorers\, grab an activity sheet on arrival and pop in and out of our crafting area throughout the day. \nPlease note on Wednesday 16 August our Gala Pool will be closed for our Picnic in the Pool family event will take place from 12-3pm in the Gala Pool. The building will be busier that usual on this day and the Gala Pool will not be accessible. All other spaces will be open to explore and the Gala Pool can be viewed from the pool surround and the First Floor Balcony \n\n\n\n~ Prices ~\n\nGuided Tour – £8 (Victoria Baths Friends / Under 16s – Free)\nGeneral Entry – Pay What You Can / Free \nCream Tea – £5 each\n\nUnder 16’s are free but must be accompanied by an adult ticket holder. \nTimes\n\n11am   Doors open\, Tea Room and Gift Shop open\n1pm    Tour starts\n2.15pm   Tour ends\n2pm    Last General Entry\n3pm  Building closes\n\n*The Gala Pool will be closed on 16 August due to our Picnic in the Pool event\, which is fully booked\, all other spaces will be open to explore and the Gala Pool can be viewed from the pool surround and the First Floor Balcony \n*Please note we are closed on Wednesday 6 September\, we are open as usual the following week \nGroups\nIf you are interested in joining our guided tour with a group of 6 or more\, please get in touch directly – telephone 0161 224 2020 or email enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk. \nVictoria Baths Trust is a registered charity and relies on the support of the public to continue its work preserving the building for everyone to enjoy and explore. \nTop image of Victoria Baths © Andrew Billington Photography \n\n\n\nFAQs\nHow can I contact the organiser with any questions? \nRing the Victoria Baths office on +44 (0)161 224 2020 or email enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk. \nCan I take photographs? \nPhotography and filming for personal use is permitted anywhere in the building. Personal photos and films/videos may not be used or sold for commercial gain. Please contact the office for information about professional or commercial shoots. \nWhat’s the refund policy? \nTickets can be refunded in full up to 72 hours (3 days) before the tour date. The Eventbrite fees are non-refundable. \nDo I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? \nYes please\, either on a mobile phone\, tablet or as a printout. \nDo I have to buy an online ticket? \nYes please\, for the Tour and a Cream Tea. Any tour tickets remaining will be sold on the day on a first come – first served basis. You can still visit the building\, Tea Room and Gift Shop without joining the guided tour. Cream Tea is only available when booked in advance. \nIs my ticket transferrable? \nWe will try to accommodate transfers to another date/time\, with at least 72 hours (2 days) notice. \nIs it OK if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends? \nYes\, this is fine. \nIs Victoria Baths accessible? \nThere is an access ramp at the main entrance and an accessible toilet and baby change facilities. The ground floor is completely accessible\, including the Tea Room and Gift Shop. Currently we do not have first floor lift access. If you need help during your visit\, please speak to the staff or a volunteer\, who all wear name badges. Blue Badge holders can park directly in front of the building. URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/welcome-wednesdays-discover-victoria-baths-tour-and-free-general-entry-8/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/6a4e6354ba08dfef0dba26b58e1f9e3a-DFPGAr.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230816T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230816T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20230724T093624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230814T153020Z UID:3616-1692187200-1692198000@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:Picnic in the Pool DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of fun and games with our FREE family-friendly (and weatherproof) ‘Picnic in the Pool’!\n\n\nPicnic in the Pool\nFree family-friendly event this Summer\nVisit an iconic Manchester landmark for free and enjoy a family-friendly acitvity filled picnic in our Gala Pool!\nJoin Us for a Picnic with a difference… \n🌞 Family-Friendly Picnic in an Empty Pool 🌞 \n🎉 FREE ENTRY! 🎉 \n🍔 Bring Your Own Food and Beverages (or enjoy snacks and drinks from our tea room 🍉 \n🧺 Pack Your Picnic Essentials: Blankets & Cushions needed for a tiled floor! 🧺 \n🎈 Enjoy a day of laughter and games with our free games and activity areas! 🎈 \n📍 Venue: Gala Pool – Victoria Baths \n🗓️ Date: Wednesday 16 August \n⏰ Time: 12noon – 3pm \nDive into an afternoon of family fun as we transform our (empty) Gala Pool into a weatherproof picnic paradise! Bring your tastiest treats\, coziest blankets\, and snuggly cushions for a day of good food and great company. Plus free activity areas that guarantee fun for all ages! \nActivities include: \n🏓 Lawn Games \n🎨 Craft area \n🕵 Building trail \n🚸 Kids Zone: a dedicated area for smaller adventurers to play with toys\, books and mini kitchen \nSoak up the sun without a chance of rain as you picnic under our glorious glass roof\, and create cherished memories with your loved ones at our family-friendly Picnic! Everyone is welcome. \nThe event is Free but booking is advised to avoid dissapointment as spaces may be limited on the day. \nSee you there! 🌞🌊🎉 \n \nThis event is part of our weekly Welcome Wednesday which includes: \n\nOur entertaining and informative Discover Victoria Baths tour is led by an experienced volunteer guide. Doors open at 11am for free general entry and the guided tour starts at 1pm\, lasting approximately 1¼ hours.\nBrowse and buy souvenirs and gifts in our wonderful Gift Shop and visit our beautiful Tea Room with its stained glass windows and elaborate wrought iron ceiling\, serving hot and cold drinks\, snacks.\nExplore the Grade II* listed building which is remarkably intact\, with beautiful stained glass windows\, amazing wall tiles and incredible mosaic flooring behind the imposing exterior.\n\n\n\n\nPicnic in the Pool is a free event\, but booking a free ticket is advised\nThe Gala Pool is a large space but does have a max capacity\, please book a free ticket to secure your picnic\, places may be limited on the day. \nTimes\n\n11am   Doors open\, Tea Room and Gift Shop open\n12noon Picnic in the Pool starts\n1pm    Tour starts\n2.15pm   Tour ends\n2pm    Last Entry\n3pm  Building closes\n\nFor more information on Welcome Wednesday vist VBtour-wed.eventbrite.co.uk\nVictoria Baths Trust is a registered charity and relies on the support of the public to continue its work preserving the building for everyone to enjoy and explore. \nTop image of Victoria Baths © Andrew Billington Photography \n\n\n\nFAQs\nHow can I contact the organiser with any questions? \nRing the Victoria Baths office on +44 (0)161 224 2020 or email enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk. \nCan I take photographs? \nPhotography and filming for personal use is permitted anywhere in the building. Personal photos and films/videos may not be used or sold for commercial gain. Please contact the office for information about professional or commercial shoots. \nWhat’s the refund policy? \nThis is a free event\, if you can no longer make it please let us know by emailing enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk or call 0161 224 2020 \nDo I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? \nNo we will take your full name on arrival. \nDo I have to book an online ticket? \nYes please\, there is a set capacity for the space\, to avoid dissapointment please book a free ticket. \nIs Victoria Baths accessible? \nThe Gala Pool is accessed by 6 steps\, so is not fully accesible. For this event there will be a small pool-side area accesible for people who may not be able to enter the pool basin. \nThere is an access ramp at the main entrance and an accessible toilet and baby change facilities. The ground floor is completely accessible\, including the Tea Room and Gift Shop. Currently we do not have first floor lift access. If you need help during your visit\, please speak to the staff or a volunteer\, who all wear name badges. Blue Badge holders can park directly in front of the building. URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/picnic-in-the-pool/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/4ae9d00457e372dd07b5c0bb726184bb-0Ey6gh.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230816T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230816T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20230703T144410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230814T153019Z UID:2671-1692183600-1692198000@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:WELCOME WEDNESDAYS – Discover Victoria Baths Tour and free General Entry DESCRIPTION:A guided tour of Manchester’s Victoria Baths or free general building entry on a Wednesday afternoon. Tea Room and Gift Shop open.\n\n\nWelcome Wednesdays\nGuided Tour and General Entry\nVisit an iconic Manchester landmark for free and take an optional paid guided tour of the partly-restored swimming pools\, Turkish Baths and Superintendent’s Flat.\nThe Grade II* listed building is remarkably intact\, with beautiful stained glass windows\, amazing wall tiles and incredible mosaic flooring behind the imposing exterior.\nOur entertaining and informative Discover Victoria Baths tour is led by an experienced volunteer guide. Doors open at 11am for free general entry and the guided tour starts at 1pm\, lasting approximately 1¼ hours. \nTour tickets are available to purchase in advance. Limited tickets may be available of the door but we advise booking online to avoid dissapointment. Tour tickets for Under 16’s are free but must be accompanied by an adult ticket holder. \nBrowse and buy souvenirs and gifts in our wonderful Gift Shop and visit our beautiful Tea Room with its stained glass windows and elaborate wrought iron ceiling\, serving hot and cold drinks\, snacks\, and a bookable Cream Tea. \nVisiting with young ones? Don’t miss a visit to our play area in the Tea Room and check our website for details on free family activities during school half-terms. \nCream Tea\nTo make your visit extra-special\, enjoy a delicious Cream Tea in our beautiful Tea Room – a large fruit scone accompanied by butter\, strawberry jam\, clotted cream and tea or coffee. Jam first or cream… it’s up to you! \nPriced at £5\, you need to book in advance. \nGeneral Entry\nYou don’t need to book to explore the building or visit the Tea Room and Gift Shop on a Wednesday – it’s free to pop in between 11am–3pm (last entry 2pm). Please make a donation if you can – we have both cash and contactless donation points in the building. \nFree family craft station every half-term week / across the Summer Holidays – no need to book! Enjoy Victoria Baths with your little explorers\, grab an activity sheet on arrival and pop in and out of our crafting area throughout the day. \n\n\n\n~ Prices ~\n\nGuided Tour – £8 (Victoria Baths Friends / Under 16s – Free)\nGeneral Entry – Pay What You Can / Free \nCream Tea – £5 each\n\nUnder 16’s are free but must be accompanied by an adult ticket holder. \nTimes\n\n11am   Doors open\, Tea Room and Gift Shop open\n1pm    Tour starts\n2.15pm   Tour ends\n2pm    Last General Entry\n3pm  Building closes\n\nGroups\nIf you are interested in joining our guided tour with a group of 6 or more\, please get in touch directly – telephone 0161 224 2020 or email enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk. \nVictoria Baths Trust is a registered charity and relies on the support of the public to continue its work preserving the building for everyone to enjoy and explore. \nTop image of Victoria Baths © Andrew Billington Photography \n\n\n\nFAQs\nHow can I contact the organiser with any questions? \nRing the Victoria Baths office on +44 (0)161 224 2020 or email enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk. \nCan I take photographs? \nPhotography and filming for personal use is permitted anywhere in the building. Personal photos and films/videos may not be used or sold for commercial gain. Please contact the office for information about professional or commercial shoots. \nWhat’s the refund policy? \nTickets can be refunded in full up to 72 hours (3 days) before the tour date. The Eventbrite fees are non-refundable. \nDo I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? \nYes please\, either on a mobile phone\, tablet or as a printout. \nDo I have to buy an online ticket? \nYes please\, for the Tour and a Cream Tea. Any tour tickets remaining will be sold on the day on a first come – first served basis. You can still visit the building\, Tea Room and Gift Shop without joining the guided tour. Cream Tea is only available when booked in advance. \nIs my ticket transferrable? \nWe will try to accommodate transfers to another date/time\, with at least 72 hours (2 days) notice. \nIs it OK if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends? \nYes\, this is fine. \nIs Victoria Baths accessible? \nThere is an access ramp at the main entrance and an accessible toilet and baby change facilities. The ground floor is completely accessible\, including the Tea Room and Gift Shop. Currently we do not have first floor lift access. If you need help during your visit\, please speak to the staff or a volunteer\, who all wear name badges. Blue Badge holders can park directly in front of the building. URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/welcome-wednesdays-discover-victoria-baths-tour-and-free-general-entry-7/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/6a4e6354ba08dfef0dba26b58e1f9e3a-DFPGAr.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230809T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230809T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T204045 CREATED:20230703T144409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T081837Z UID:2669-1691578800-1691593200@victoriabaths.org.uk SUMMARY:WELCOME WEDNESDAYS – Discover Victoria Baths Tour and free General Entry DESCRIPTION:A guided tour of Manchester’s Victoria Baths or free general building entry on a Wednesday afternoon. Tea Room and Gift Shop open.\n\n\nWelcome Wednesdays\nGuided Tour and General Entry\nVisit an iconic Manchester landmark for free and take an optional paid guided tour of the partly-restored swimming pools\, Turkish Baths and Superintendent’s Flat.\nThe Grade II* listed building is remarkably intact\, with beautiful stained glass windows\, amazing wall tiles and incredible mosaic flooring behind the imposing exterior.\nOur entertaining and informative Discover Victoria Baths tour is led by an experienced volunteer guide. Doors open at 11am for free general entry and the guided tour starts at 1pm\, lasting approximately 1¼ hours. \nTour tickets are available to purchase in advance. Limited tickets may be available of the door but we advise booking online to avoid dissapointment. Tour tickets for Under 16’s are free but must be accompanied by an adult ticket holder. \nBrowse and buy souvenirs and gifts in our wonderful Gift Shop and visit our beautiful Tea Room with its stained glass windows and elaborate wrought iron ceiling\, serving hot and cold drinks\, snacks\, and a bookable Cream Tea. \nVisiting with young ones? Don’t miss a visit to our play area in the Tea Room and check our website for details on free family activities during school half-terms. \nCream Tea\nTo make your visit extra-special\, enjoy a delicious Cream Tea in our beautiful Tea Room – a large fruit scone accompanied by butter\, strawberry jam\, clotted cream and tea or coffee. Jam first or cream… it’s up to you! \nPriced at £5\, you need to book in advance. \nGeneral Entry\nYou don’t need to book to explore the building or visit the Tea Room and Gift Shop on a Wednesday – it’s free to pop in between 11am–3pm (last entry 2pm). Please make a donation if you can – we have both cash and contactless donation points in the building. \nFree family craft station every half-term week / across the Summer Holidays – no need to book! Enjoy Victoria Baths with your little explorers\, grab an activity sheet on arrival and pop in and out of our crafting area throughout the day. \n\n\n\n~ Prices ~\n\nGuided Tour – £8 (Victoria Baths Friends / Under 16s – Free)\nGeneral Entry – Pay What You Can / Free \nCream Tea – £5 each\n\nUnder 16’s are free but must be accompanied by an adult ticket holder. \nTimes\n\n11am   Doors open\, Tea Room and Gift Shop open\n1pm    Tour starts\n2.15pm   Tour ends\n2pm    Last General Entry\n3pm  Building closes\n\nGroups\nIf you are interested in joining our guided tour with a group of 6 or more\, please get in touch directly – telephone 0161 224 2020 or email enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk. \nVictoria Baths Trust is a registered charity and relies on the support of the public to continue its work preserving the building for everyone to enjoy and explore. \nTop image of Victoria Baths © Andrew Billington Photography \n\n\n\nFAQs\nHow can I contact the organiser with any questions? \nRing the Victoria Baths office on +44 (0)161 224 2020 or email enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk. \nCan I take photographs? \nPhotography and filming for personal use is permitted anywhere in the building. Personal photos and films/videos may not be used or sold for commercial gain. Please contact the office for information about professional or commercial shoots. \nWhat’s the refund policy? \nTickets can be refunded in full up to 72 hours (3 days) before the tour date. The Eventbrite fees are non-refundable. \nDo I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? \nYes please\, either on a mobile phone\, tablet or as a printout. \nDo I have to buy an online ticket? \nYes please\, for the Tour and a Cream Tea. Any tour tickets remaining will be sold on the day on a first come – first served basis. You can still visit the building\, Tea Room and Gift Shop without joining the guided tour. Cream Tea is only available when booked in advance. \nIs my ticket transferrable? \nWe will try to accommodate transfers to another date/time\, with at least 72 hours (2 days) notice. \nIs it OK if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends? \nYes\, this is fine. \nIs Victoria Baths accessible? \nThere is an access ramp at the main entrance and an accessible toilet and baby change facilities. The ground floor is completely accessible\, including the Tea Room and Gift Shop. Currently we do not have first floor lift access. If you need help during your visit\, please speak to the staff or a volunteer\, who all wear name badges. Blue Badge holders can park directly in front of the building. URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/welcome-wednesdays-discover-victoria-baths-tour-and-free-general-entry-6/ LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/6a4e6354ba08dfef0dba26b58e1f9e3a-DFPGAr.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR