Manchester United and Old Trafford Guide

Manchester United play at the world famous Old Trafford stadium, also commonly known as the theatre of dreams. Old Trafford is the largest club ground in Britain with a capacity of 76,212. If you would like to contact Manchester United their address is Old Trafford, Sir Matt Busby Way, Manchester, M16 0RA and their telephone number is 0161 868 8000.

If you are travelling to Old Trafford by public transport, take the train from Manchester Piccadilly mainline station through to Old Trafford station. If you are driving to the ground, parking is available in one of the many official secure car parks that are identified by brown location signs.

There are a number of hotels near Old Trafford. The 3 star Golden Tulip hotel is directly opposite the stadium and is perfect for anyone who doesn't wish to travel far after the match. An alternative hotel that is very close to the stadium is the 3 star Chesters Hotel and Restaurant. Central Manchester hotels are also convenient when visiting Old Trafford and great for a night out in this vibrant city. In central Manchester, the Atrium on Princess Street and the Palace Hotel on Oxford Street both give great access to many of the city's restaurants and bars.

New website Man Utd hotels dot com has split accommodation near Old Trafford into hotels, bed and breakfasts and apartments. They have written a guide for each type and recommended a few places.

If you fancy a few pints then head to the Dry Bar in Manchester's Northern Quarter on Oldham Street, open until 2am on weekends with it's buzzing atmosphere and the occasional band a fun night will be enjoyed. The cocktail bar Cloud 23 on the 23rd floor of Beetham Tower is a great place to drink, it's not cheap but the views are fantastic. Cloud 23 is open until 3am Friday and Saturday.