The birthplace of Coronation Street and the Gallagher brothers, as well as many other iconic British trademarks and stars, Manchester boasts to be one of the single best cities to live in in the entire of the UK. For such a long time, London was said to have the monopoly on culture, dining and experience as a city, but those days are long gone as the ever wonderful Manchester continues to move on up in the ranks for the best city in the UK. Although not as big as our capital, Manchester lies in one of the UK’s most populous areas, with a population of a whopping 2.7 million in the greater Borough. So what are the main reasons why you should consider moving to Manchester? Well, here are just a few.
It’s One of the Top Graduate Cities in the UK
If you ever end up wanting to leave (which is doubtful), and you were looking for someone who would buy your house in Manchester, then you shouldn’t have too much trouble selling it. In fact, Manchester is one of the most popular cities for graduates to move to in the UK.
This is because not only is the economy and the job market booming with opportunity for young up and comers, but it’s significantly cheaper to live in than London, which was once the place to go for the dreamers and doers fresh out of University. There are an abundance of graduate jobs available in Manchester, and the city centre itself is said not only to be affordable to live in, but the accommodation is nice too. With that level of low cost living and opportunity for the ambitious in such a wonderful up and coming city, it’s no wonder that graduates are flocking to Manchester in their many.
The People are Friendly
As far as British people go, Mancs are some of the friendliest around. If you’re looking for a good knees up and a night out of hilarity, then look no further. Sometimes big cities can feel really impersonal, and it can be difficult to find your place, especially if you’re not originally from there. However, with Manchester, this absolutely isn’t the case. You’re less likely to be ignored on public transport, make friends on a night out, and to be able to comment on the ever drizzly weather, which by British standards, is fairly sociable.
Even after the tragedy of the attack on Old Trafford, look at the way the city came together as one to support those effected. You’ll never be alone, no matter how big the city might feel to you.
The Culture
Whether Oasis were the soundtrack to your rebellious adolescence, you love all the latest British TV dramas, or visiting the theatre is your favourite weekend activity, Manchester truly has it all.
Manchester is home to so many wonderful art galleries, theatres and music venues that if you love the arts, you’ll be spoiled for choice. The city really is an arts hub, swarming with hopeful actors, musicians and artists, who breathe their energy into the architecture and vibe to be felt by all. If you want to feel inspired, then this could very well be the city for you.
The Food
As with the arts, the restaurant scene is booming in Manchester. Whatever sort of vibe and cuisine it is you’re looking for, you’re likely to find it whether it’s in the city centre or the suburbs.
If Michelin star restaurants are your thing, then you’re likely to love Manchester. Likewise, if you’re more of a fast food burger kind of person, then there’s an abundance of them too. there really is something for everyone, so even on a late night trawl home through the city from working extra hours, you’ll never go hungry.
It is the Sports Capital of the UK
And no, it’s not all about football here. Sure, you have City and United, which is great if you’re a lover of the beautiful game, but Manchester is the home of so much more than that. Finally, the legacy of the Commonwealth games has left Manchester as the home of the Aquatics Centre, the National Squash Centre, the Manchester Velodrome and the Regional Athletics Arena. Not to mention the renowned Old Trafford Cricket Ground, which is not only host to sporting events, but music concerts too. That’s without even forgetting that you can take a visit to the National Football Museum while you’re here too. There really is something for everybody.
