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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 \n 
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LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Victoria Baths Presents... She Drew The Gun
DESCRIPTION:Victoria Baths Presents… brings music and art together under the beautiful evening glow of Victoria Baths.\nFor the return of Victoria Baths Presents following 2023s debut event\, we are thrilled to be joined by the electric She Drew The Gun. \nShe Drew The Gun is fronted by Wirral-born songwriter Louisa Roach\, who draws acclaim for both her music and the spirit of rebellion carried through songs that rally against injustice and take you beyond fuzzy psych-pop.  Louisa began by playing solo gigs around Liverpool and quickly caught the attention of The Coral’s James Skelly who she began working with her on her debut album\, recruiting band members along the way. Winners of the Glastonbury Emerging Talent Competition (2016)\, BBC Radio 6 Music top ten album (2018)\, multiple UK tours and three albums with singles consistently play listed by BBC6 Music are all part of She Drew The Gun’s back story. Bringing main stage performance experience from Glastonbury and Blue Dot to the intimate setting of Victoria Baths\, making this a must-see gig! \nPlus\, support from The Redroom – the latest musical powerhouse from the North\, fusing elements of alt-indie\, blues\, jazz\, and psychedelic rock. \nAnd a special performance from the wonderful SHE Choir MCR. \n\n  \nExplore the beautiful Victoria Baths as it is transformed into a cultural hub – full of live music\, art exhibitions and a fantastic array of food and drink to enjoy. \nWith some of Manchester’s best street food traders\, the Victoria Baths Bar\, and exhibitions from artists across the Baths\, ‘Victoria Baths Presents…’ is a celebration of the best of Manchester’s creative community! \nAll ticket and bar sales support the work of the Victoria Baths Trust\, the evening promises to be a gig that gives back and gets your foot tapping and soul smiling. \n  \nVictoria Baths Presents… She Drew The Gun\n7pm – 11pm \n\nDoors open at 7pm\nArt Exhibitions can be found in the Pool Halls and across the Baths\, open with the Doors\nStreet Food available from 7-9.30pm\nDrinks available throughout\n\nGuests are free to explore exhibitions and the building across the evening\, and with an array of tasty street food on offer\, and our Victoria Baths Bar providing a wide range of alcoholic and soft drinks\, this is a night not to be missed! \nDress warmly – we don’t have any heating (yet). \n  \nTickets\nVictoria Baths Presents… Admission £20 (booking fee not included) \nFancy joining us all-day-all-night? Separate tickets for SpringFest Day will be available soon! \n  \n#VBSpringFest \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. \n © Chris Payne Images VB Presents… 2023 Rioghnach Connolly and Honeyfeet \nFAQs\n\nHow can I contact the organiser with any questions?\n\nRing Victoria Baths on 0161 224 2020 during office hours (Monday – Friday\, 9:30am – 5pm) or email enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk \n\nWhat’s the refund policy?\n\nTickets can be refunded in full up to 72 hours before the event – please request via TicketSource. \n\nDo I have to bring my ticket(s) to the event?\n\nYes please\, you will be asked to show your ticket(s) at the Welcome Desk – either on a mobile phone or a printout is fine. \n\nDo I have to buy an online ticket?\n\nTickets for Victoria Baths Presents Ríoghnach Connolly and Honeyfeet are available online only. \n\nIs it OK if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends?\n\nIf this is the case\, please contact us in advance of the event. We may not be able to accept tickets with unmatched ID to avoid duplication. Email community@victoriabaths.org\,uk or call 0161 224 2020 \n\nWhy do you ask for donations?\n\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. \n\nIs Victoria Baths accessible?\n\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. \n\nAre children welcome at this event?\n\nVictoria Baths Presents… She Drew The Gun is an 18+ only event \nIf you are looking for fun with your younger crew the SpringFest daytime event is family-friendly and suitable for all ages. Tickets will be available mid-March from victoriabaths.org.uk/events \n\nCan I take photographs at the event?\n\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 to be photographed please ask at the Welcome Desk for a wristband. \n\nHow do I get to the Baths and can I park?\n\nWe have a small car park at the rear of the building\, accessible via Bax Road. There is parking for up to 30 cars and can get full very quickly. At the weekend there is free on-street parking\, or the Hathersage Road Multi-Storey is a 5-10 minute walk and charges a small fee. \nFor information on Public Transport and how to find us click here. \nFor more information please contact enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk or call 0161 224 2020
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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 \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 \n 
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LOCATION:Victoria Baths\, Hathersage Road\, Chorlton-on-Medlock\, Greater Manchester\, M13 0FE\, United Kingdom
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