TEACHER PROJECT

STUDY VISIT MANCHESTER/ 11-12.07.2017

http://www2.mmu.

HOST: MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

ELECTRICITY WATER

230 Volts AC, 50 Hz. Plugs with It is safe to drink tap water.

three-square pins are standard so you will need to bring an adaptor.

SMOKING WEATHER

A smoking ban in England, making it illegal The most reliable weather is in

to smoke in all enclosed work places and public the months of June – August places (including pubs, bars and restaurants) came when the days are long and into force on 1 July 2007 because of the Health Act warm. Temperatures can reach

2006. on occasion 30C, sometimes higher, but the threat of rain is

present. This is why you definitely need to pack waterproofs, umbrella as well sunscreen and sunglasses.

CURRENCY EXCHANGE

The UK’s currency is the pound sterling (£/GBP). There are 100 pence (p) to the pound (£). Notes come in the denomination of £5, £10, £20 and £50. Coins come in 1p, 2p, 5p, 10p, 20p, 50p, £1 and £2. Money can be exchanged at the following places: post office, airport, CRIME travel agent, banks, and exchange offices (but they are usually only in the big cities) and some of the Britain has a reputation of being supermarkets (Tesco, Sainsbury’s). a safe place as violent crime is quite rare. However, crime does

occur and tourists are particularly vulnerable so precautions and common sense

are still advisable, particularly in cities.

EMERGENCIES The police in Britain are generally very friendly and helpful and are commonly known as ‘Bobbies’. Their dark blue uniform topped by a hat easily spots officers on the beat (street duty). If you are lost and spot a ‘Bobby’ do ask for directions as they will usually be happy to help. In case of accident, most major towns and cities will have a hospital with an accident and emergency ward. Emergency Services: dialling 999 can reach all Police, Ambulance and Fire Brigade, which is a free call from any telephone.

HEALTH In case of ill health, EU citizens can receive free treatment at National Health Service hospitals. While for non-EU citizens treatment within NHS accident and emergency units only is free - if a non-EU citizen needs to be admitted to a ward, they will be charged. If you are charged medical fees, keep a record of you having paid in order to claim on your insurance. Pharmacists (usually referred to as Chemists in the UK) are only allowed to dispense a limited number of drugs, but for minor ailments such as an upset stomach or insect bites, they will be able to help. Most open during normal shop hours (Mon-Sat 9am-5.30pm), but in larger towns there will usually be at least one pharmacy open late. Remember, if you have a prescription that you will need renewed while you are away, take a copy with you. In addition, be careful to make sure you know the generic name for your medication, as brand names tend to differ.

WI-FI Most hotels will offer in-house wireless internet, the log in code will be in your OTHER INFORMATION room information pack. In larger cities, UK country code: +44 simply sitting in a café, bar, pub, restaurant and checking for Wi-Fi will Time zone: GMT work.

INTERESTING CITIES NEARBY magnificent medieval city (35 minutes journey by rail) http://www.visitchester.com/

LIVERPOOL Beatles Museum, Tate and Albert Dock (40 minutes journey by rail) http://www.visitliverpool.com/

MANCHESTER Manchester Art Gallery, Old Trafford, Imperial War Museum, National Football Museum (40 minutes journey by rail) https://www.visitmanchester.com/

TRANSPORT FROM BY TRAIN When you arrive at the airport then look for the signs saying ‘’. It is a walkable distance; train station is joined with the airport so it is very convenient. Trains to Manchester Piccadilly are frequent and it takes about 20 minutes to get there. Trains to Crewe Railway Station are frequent and the journey takes 40 minutes. Please use link to plan journey via train: http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/ BY TAXI Black cab taxis (no booking required, up to 6 passengers) are available from all airport terminals for ease of travel either to or from the airport. Fares for any journey taken inside the Manchester Licensed Area will be shown on the meter inside the taxi. For the destinations outside Manchester, there is no requirement for the driver to use the taximeter to determine the fare.

SAFETY IN THE CAR ORDERING TAXI SEAT BELTS: THE LAW If you would like to order a taxi locally, it is best to ask hotel reception for You must wear a seat belt if one is fitted in the seat you are using - there are only a help. few exceptions. You are also only allowed one Please remember to book a taxi in person in each seat fitted with a seat belt. advance because they usually need at You can be fined up to £500 if you do not wear a least 15 minutes to come. seat belt when you are supposed to.

EMERGENCY CONTACT In case of any emergency, the hotel reception should be able to help you. TEACHER Project Team mobile telephone number: +44 (0) 7827 872472 (Geraldine/Karolina)