As the unofficial capital of the region, Manchester makes the ideal base for exploring the North of England and has many opportunities for qualified accountants.
A hundred miles can make a huge difference, and although Manchester is relatively close to London, in geographic terms at least, it might as well be a world away in every other respect. Manchester is a far cry from London's transience, and for a city of this size—around 3 million—there is a real sense of community and Northern charm.
North of the city you will find more than 500 square miles of inspiring countryside, crisscrossed by historical waterways and dotted with picturesque towns and fascinating attractions that make for great days out of the city.
The Lake District National Park is sometimes known as Manchester's Water Playground. Much of it remains virtually untouched wilderness and although it's very popular, it's always easy to leave the crowds behind and find your own way through this region of dreamy waterscapes and spectacular views.
Manchester's world famous nightlife attracts visitors from all over the UK and overseas.
The vibrant cultural life and distinctive overall 'buzz' of Manchester attracts a creative and entrepreneurial crowd. It is an internationally important commercial centre.
Manchester was at the forefront of the 19th-century Industrial Revolution, and was a leading centre for manufacturing. The city's economy is now largely service-based and, as of 2007, is the fastest growing in the UK. Financial and professional services, life science industries, creative, cultural and media, manufacturing and communications are major activities. The city was ranked in 2007 as the best place to do business in the UK and the eighteenth best in Europe. Manchester has the largest UK office market outside London and the region has the highest number of publicly listed companies outside London.
Manchester and North West England are served by Manchester Airport. The airport is the busiest in terms of passenger traffic in the UK outside London. Manchester is well served by train. Manchester city centre is also serviced by over a dozen rail-based park and ride sites. Manchester became the first city in the UK to acquire a modern light rail system when the Manchester Metrolink opened in 1992. The city has one of the most extensive bus networks outside London with over 50 bus companies operating in the Greater Manchester region radiating from the city.
The average property price in Greater Manchester for November 2007 was £156,000. Property prices for a 2 bedroom flat in the city centre average £850 per month. There is generally a wide choice of city centre accommodation.
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