BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Victoria Baths - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230909T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230909T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T113516 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:20230909T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230909T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T113516 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:20230910T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230910T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T113516 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:20230910T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230910T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T113516 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:20230913T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230913T150000 DTSTAMP:20260505T113516 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:20230920T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230920T150000 DTSTAMP:20260505T113516 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 END:VCALENDAR