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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
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SUMMARY:Sunny Sundays at Victoria Baths
DESCRIPTION:Tour and Explore Victoria Baths\nGuided Building Tours – £2 General Entry – Tea Room\nVisit an iconic Manchester landmark 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.We are open from 12noon – 3pm\, with the last entry at 2.30pm. \nOur Tea Room\, Gift Shop\, and all our spaces are available to explore from 12noon. Entry is £2 per person with all proceeds supporting our ongoing charitable aims and the preservation of Victoria Baths. \n  \n \nDiscover VB Guided Tour\nSunny Sundays are an opportunity to explore Victoria Baths\, to experience it in its full glory\, book one of our excellent and informative tours! An experienced volunteer guide leads our Discover Victoria Baths tour and covers the heritage and history of the Baths while taking you through the beautiful building. Our Sunday Tour starts at 1 pm and lasts approximately 1¼ hours. Tour tickets are available to purchase in advance and include the £2 entry fee. 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. \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. \nPrices\nGuided Tour – £9 per person\, including entry fee\nGeneral Entry – £2 book online or on the door\nU18s and VB Friends are Free Entry (plus free tour tickets\, spaces are limited)\nCream Tea – £6 per person (please book in advance) \nTimes\n12noon – Doors Open\n1pm – Tour begins (approx. 1 hr 15 mins)\n2.30pm – Last entry and last orders in the Tea Room\n3pm – Building Closes \nPool Arts at Victoria Baths\n2024 will see a series of exhibitions taking place at Victoria Baths\, in partnership with local art collective Pool Arts. 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. \nVisiting with young ones?Across the Summer Holidays\, our drop-in craft and colouring station will be open in the Females Pool\, with a range of toys and games to play with\, plus the whole building to explore with our Miles of Tiles activity trail!\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.\nYou can also visit us every Wednesday for our Welcome Wednesday openings\, 11am – 3pm\, entry is free plus optional guided tours. \nClick here for all ticket options.\n  \nMore about Sunny Sundays at Victoria Baths…Cream 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 refillable tea or coffee. Jam first or cream… it’s up to you! Available to book in advance – £6 per person.General Entry – £2\nYou don’t need to book in advance to explore the building or visit the Tea Room and Gift Shop on Sunday – pop in between 12noon–3pm. \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\nIf you are interested in hosting an event or activity as part of Sunny Sundays please contact community@victoriabaths.org.uk \nFind out more about visiting Victoria Baths including transport and accessibility here.
URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/sunny-sundays/
LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Sunny Sunday
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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 well-being 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/visitvb-18/
LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom
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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. \n\n  \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 well-being 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/visitvb-19/
LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Picnic in the Pool - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:Visit an iconic Manchester landmark and enjoy a family-friendly activity-filled picnic in our Gala Pool! \nPlease note this event is now SOLD OUT.\nJoin Us for a Picnic with a difference…\n🌞 Family-Friendly Picnic in an Empty Pool 🌞\n🎉 £1 entry per person 🎉\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 lawn games and crafting areas! 🎈\n📍 Venue: Gala Pool – Victoria Baths\n🗓️ Date: Wednesday 14 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 activity areas that guarantee fun for all ages! \nActivities include:\n🏓 Lawn Games\n🎨 Craft area\n🕵 Building trail\n🚸 Little 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! \nEveryone is welcome. All children must be accompanied by adults. \n  \n \nThe event is £1 per person\, and tickets are available online and on the door but booking is advised to avoid disappointment as spaces may be limited on the day. \nSee you there! 🌞🌊🎉\nThis event is part of our weekly Welcome Wednesday which includes: \n\nOur entertaining and informative Discover Victoria Baths tour\, led by an experienced volunteer guide. Doors open at 11am for free general building 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\, and 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\nBook your tickets here!
URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/pool-picnic/
LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom
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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 well-being 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/visitvb-20/
LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom
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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 well-being 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/visitvb-21/
LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Life Is Sound\, 29 August 2024
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in a relaxing sound bath experience at the historic Victoria Baths – a unique event to relax\, unwind\, and rejuvenate! \n \nAfter a successful spring and summer of Sound Bath events\, we are delighted to announce the return of Life is Sound for another sound bath experience in this beautiful space. Join Life Is Sound for a relaxing and immersive experience at the historic Victoria Baths in Manchester. \nEnjoy an evening of singing bowls\, handpan\, wave drum\, and more\, creating an immersive environment to promote deep relaxation. \nFind yourself in the relaxing vibrations and let go of stress\, tension\, and any worries of the outside world for some complete switch-off time. Connect with yourself and others in this tranquil space\, the acoustics in this room are something to witness in of itself. If you missed out on previous events\, this is your chance to come and be a part of the next one and treat yourself to a moment of rest and relaxation. Book your spot now! \nBenefits of Sound Bath\n\nUnlocks Blocked Emotions\n\n\nRelieves Anxiety and Stress\n\n\nInduces Complete Relaxation\n\n\nPromotes Deep Meditation\n\n\nHeightens Clarity\n\n\nImproves Ability to Concentrate\n\n\nRelieves Insomnia\n\n\nDecreases Depression\n\n\nNormalizes Blood Pressure\n\n\nRelieves Physical Pain\n\n\nRelease Emotional Trauma\n\nWhat to bring :\nThis is an indoor event\, bring comfy clothes so you can relax. \nWe recommend that you wear layers (as we will be in April and Victoria Baths is unheated) bring blankets\, yoga mats\, pillows – anything that will help you feel comfortable laying on the floor\, remember to bring water. \nFor more information visit the organiser page here. \n  \n\n\n\n\nLife Is Sound Relaxation\nWhen: Thursday 29th August at 6:30 pm \n\nEvent lasts 2 hours\nEntrance from 6:00 pm\n\n\n\n\n\nBook your tickets here – booking recommended\nPlease note this event is organised by Life Is Sound – you can contact the organiser here.
URL:https://victoriabaths.org.uk/event/lifeissound24/
LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events at VB,Partner Events
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