HIGH DEFINITION

This is High Definition living. Every element considered in pixel perfect detail, to give you the best of everything.

This is life at 100%.

Never less than a LIFE IN FULL.

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BBC

UN I VE RSI T Y

ME D I AC I T Y UK

OF SA LFOR D

ME T ROLI N K

ITV

WORLD CLASS MEDIA HUB

Media City is a leading international

Residents have the fastest

Over the next decade, a second

hub for the creative and digital

residential broadband in the UK,

phase of development will

sectors. It hosts an explosion of

with high definition services

see Media City double in size.

digital start-ups, global brands and

on demand.

More state-of-the-art studios,

leading media companies.

Media City is also home to the UK’s

Everyone who lives, works and

first immersive 5G hub, which lets

studies here benefits from one of

people experience a 3D digital

the most advanced communications

world – a total reinvention of

networks in the world. There are top

digital media.

digital labs, creative spaces and hang-outs for creative talent, will enrich this exciting hub of activity even further.

of the range studios, fully fitted for CG I I N D ICAT IVE O N LY

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24/7 broadcast operations, plus the biggest HD TV studio in Europe.

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MEDIA CITY IN NUMBERS

£1 Bn

7,500

Is planned to be invested in Media City to double the

People living, working and studying in Media City

size by 2030

1 M Sqft. 5 Acres Commercial space

Public space

What makes Media City so exciting

Media City’s five acres of public

is the number of small digital and

space overlooking the water

creative businesses – over 250

creates an easy and natural

and growing – that rub shoulders

environment for everyone to meet

with leading media companies,

and mingle in, whether you’re

including the BBC and ITV, and

working in Dock 10 (the leading TV

internationally renowned brands,

studio facility in the UK and home

including Kellogg’s and Ericsson.

to the BBC Philharmonic orchestra),

You can feel the exchange of ideas taking place all around you, as long-standing soap operas and the latest hyped TV programmes are being made. Keep an eye out and you’ll glimpse muchloved stars moving around your neighbourhood, as well as fresh,

or spending your day innovating in

#1 Me d i a Ci t y p ro d u ce s more TV p ro g ramme s t han any wh ere in the U K

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The Landing (home to 120 start-ups and small tech-related businesses).

Inte rnat i o nal l y re nowned bra nds

250 Lo c al i nd e p e nd e nt b u si n esses

up-and-coming talent.

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S o urce: ‘Po rt to Po rtal’ Publicatio n by Peel and L&G Pa r t n ers h i p

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BBC Break fast

Coronation Street te l evi s i on s et

Th e Vo ice Wh o Wan t s To Be A Milliona ire

B B C Radio 1 – BBC P hi l harm o ni c Orc he st ra

Match of t h e Day

I T V St u di o s

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Media City is home to 120 future focussed businesses

ENERGY, FINANCE, FASHION & DESIGN

It’s not only digital innovators

Big or small, there is an

and film makers that make their

opportunity for everyone – across

home at Media City. You’ll also

office, retail and event space –

discover energy, sustainability

alongside a captive audience.

and finance focused businesses

Thousands of people motivated by

with something amazing to offer

finding new ways of doing things,

the world; brilliant local fashion

enjoy fresh experiences which

designers with stunning ideas and

enable them to make the most of

big international ambitions; and

any opportunity in front of them.

design agencies that work in every

People who want to live life in full.

media to meet the marketing needs of clients in diverse sectors.

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Sou rce: m ed i a ci t y u k.co.u k /wh os - h ere/tech - h u b /

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A RICH TALENT OF LOCAL AMENITIES

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THE GARAGE 1

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Future Development

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RETAIL

FOOD & DRINK

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Dental at MediaCityUK

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Flanagans Barbers

13 Grindsmith

22 Wagamama

3 WHSmith

14 Marco’s

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The Botanist

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Pret A Manger

General Store

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Barclays Bank

QUAYSIDE FOOD & DRINK 6

Harvester

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Lime Bar

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Bella Italia

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Café Rouge

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Pizza Express

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M&S Outlet

TRANSPORT & AMENITIES

Metrolink Stops

Bus Stop

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Car Park

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Cycle Hub

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Chapati Café

Nutri Bar Social 7

THE STUDIOS

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The Alchemist

17 Costa

26 Nando’s

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Vertigo

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Penelope’s Deli

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The Dockyard

Dock House

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PIAZZA

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Pier 8

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Quay House

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LEISURE 29 Helly Hansen Watersports Centre 30 31

Vue Cinema Virgin Active Gym

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THE LOWRY

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PLAZA

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M ANC H E STE R SH IP C ANAL

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EASY CITY DESTINATIONS M E D I A C I TY 1 MIN

U N I V E RS I TY O F SA L FO R D 1 MIN

M E TROLI N K STAT I ON 2 MINS

T HE ALC HE MI ST 6 MI N S

T HE LOWRY I MP E R I AL VI RG I N AC T I VE OLD GYM T HE AT R E WAR MUSE UM T RAF FORD 1 2 MI N S 7 MI N S 7 MI N S 20 MINS

Medi aCi t y UK Met ro l i n k st at i o n

Walk

C ASTL E F I E L D 15 M I N S

D E A N S G ATE 17 M I N S

SP I N N I N G FI E LD S 1 8 MI N S

OX FOR D ROA D 2 2 MI N S

N ORT HE R N Q UART E R 2 3 MI N S

MA NCHESTER P I CCADILLY 25 M INS

Cycle

M E D I AC I TY U K 1 MIN

TR A F FO R D C E N TR E 10 M I N S

D E AN SG AT E 1 8 MI N S

ST P E T E R’S SQ UA R E 1 8 MI N S

MA N C HE ST E R P I CC A D I LLY 24 MI N S

Metrolink

ETIHAD STADIUM 30 MINS

Sel fri dges an d Harvey Ni ch o l s

High Definition is surrounded by

When you want to head further

everything you need, with the

afield to enjoy the variety of

local General Store, only a minute

experiences on offer in Manchester

from your door, and the Alchemist

city centre, hopping on the

cocktail bar nearby.

Metrolink or cycling will get you

An afternoon of culture is equally

MAN C HE ST E R VI C TOR I A 2 5 MI N S

HSBC Spi nningf ields

where you want to be quickly.

easy, with The Lowry Theatre and

It’s just a 25-minute cycle ride

Imperial War Museum just seven

to Manchester Piccadilly train

minutes away. If it’s a workout

station, where you can visit Market

you fancy, there’s a gym and the

Street for all your retail needs.

Helly Hansen Watersports Centre

Or an 18-minute Metrolink ride

within easy walking distance too.

to Deansgate, where everything from gourmet pubs to luxury hotel bars will keep you entertained.

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SUPERIOR LIVING

High Definition living offers you

You’re under 30 minutes away from

the best of all worlds, the buzz and

everything going on in Media City

energy of Media City and a social

and Manchester city centre and

quayside environment on your

have the added benefit of healthy

doorstep – full colour, full velocity,

living options, that waterside

full enjoyment and full to the brim.

living provides.

Then when you need to dial life

Choose from a multitude of ways

back a little, the calm, crafted

to relax close to home – on the

elegance of your High Definition

water, under the bright sky on the

home – naturally lit, natural

residents’ podium terrace or at the

finishes, and thoughtful design -

nearby gym.

2 MINUTES WALK TO THE METROLINK STOP

ON SITE CONCIERGE

HIGH SPECIFICATION

CLUB HD RESIDENTS’ LOUNGE

CO–WORKING SPACES

PODIUM TERRACE

MULTI-FUNCTION MEDIA ROOM

CITY & WATER ASPECTS

provide a relaxing place to just be.

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VERTICAL COMMUNITY

“Connected by open plan communal spaces” Lu n ch u n der t h e bri g h t sk y

The m a in reception a rea wi l l b e a characterful a nd welcom ing entra nce to the b ui l d i ng.

An open-plan reception area, with seating and concierge services, and an inviting landscaped podium terrace create meeting points between High Definition’s two buildings; Alto and Aria.

This creative use of space enables easy access in and around High Definition and lets the light from the waterfront sky permeate all homes.

Space around the building is also thoughtfully landscaped and residents have easy access to secure storage for their bikes.

P O D I U M T E R R AC E

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A s pace fo r ce l e brat i o n dri n ks w it h f r ie n d s

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ACC ESS GAT E R ES IDEN TS ’ PA R KIN G

CA R PAR KIN G

W H IT E

THE ALTO BUILDING

THE ARIA BUILDING

PODIUM TERRACE

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WELCOME TO THE CLUB 1 Commercial & Retail Space

Recept i o n

2 Reception 3 Live / Work

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Space 4 Cycle Store

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N HD RECEPTION – Our friendly concierge service is here to help – Boutique hotel style reception – Lounge area with velvet sofas, timber panelling, full height mirrors; the perfect place to meet with friends before heading out for the evening – Dual access to both buildings through north and south entrances – Never miss a delivery with our secure parcel drop zones LIVE / WORK – Live / Work spaces aimed to support and enhance time spent at home – Hyperoptic broadband offers fast and reliable connection – Private meeting pods ideal for Team or Zoom calls – Long tables for co-working 31

– No need to leave home for your barista coffee, through Club HD you can sign in to the TopBrewer app, freshly ground beans will deliver the perfect cappuccino via counter top service – Informal lounge area so it’s not all about work – Bean bag zone, great for relaxing with friends or catching up on social media – For evenings and weekends the table tennis and pool table will keep everyone entertained MULTI-FUNCTION PRIVATE ROOM – With a flat screen TV and surround sound speakers the multi-function room allows for larger business meetings during the day – Table for eight; why not arrange your own wine tasting evening or book club?

– Fold the table away and pull in the bean bags to host your own movie night

Li ve / Wo rk

Li ve / Wor k

TERRACE LOUNGE – The Club HD terrace lounge is located on the first floor off the podium terrace – Enjoy your morning coffee in the conservatory style garden facing area, with black and white geometric floor – Consider this your extension to apartment living. Deep sofas, cocktail bar with wine fridge, banquette seating, cafe tables, timber wall panelling and mirrors offer a club lounge feel – The landscaped podium terrace off the lounge, ideal for a summer evening catch up

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Floor to ceiling windows for light filled living CGI I N DI CAT I V E ON LY 33

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Subtle elegant finishes

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Your sanctuary for all seasons CG I IN D IC ATIVE O N LY 37

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Pure design details

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APARTMENT SPECIFICATION

1, 2 & 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS L I V I N G RO O M & K I TC H E N – LVT wood effec t floor ing – Contem pora r y ha ndleless kitc hen in m a tt finish – L a m ina te squ a re- edged wor ktop with tiled spla shba c k in high gloss finish – Integra ted B osc h elec tr ic fa n oven a nd indu c tion hob with c a nopy ex tra c tor – Integra ted fr idge/freezer – Integra ted dishwa sher – Integra ted B osc h m ic rowave oven – Chrom e single lever m ixer ta p – Inset sta inless steel sink B E D RO O M

WALLS, FLOORS & CEILINGS

KITCHENS & BATHROOMS

The spacious apartments with floor-to-

Kitchens have a streamlined,

ceiling windows enable lovely natural

contemporary finish which is set off by

light to flood in. Walls are painted a soft

the wood effect flooring. High-spec

white throughout.

bathrooms benefit from smart, clean lines, with large format wall tiling.

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– Fitted wa rdrobe to m a ster bedroom – Ma tt finish doors, single shelf a nd ha nging ra il – Wool m ix c a r pet B AT H RO O M – Va do bra sswa re – Vitra wa ll hu ng ba sin with m ono ba sin m ixer ta p – Vitra a c r y lic ba th with shower ing end – Va do ther m osta tic over hea d a nd ha nd held shower – G la zed shower sc reen

– Porcela in wa ll tiling with her r ingbone pa tter n – Vitra m a tt gla zed porcela in floor tiles with geom etr ic pa tter n – Vitra ba c k to wa ll WC – Recessed flu sh pla te – Elec tr ic hea ted towel ra il – Wa ll- hu ng hea ted m ir ror a bove ba sin

– TV and tel ep hone p oi nts to l i v i ng room and master b ed room – Reces s ed LE D s p otl i g hts – Ind i v i d ual el ectri c heati ng to each room – Vi d eo d oor entry system – Mai ns -op erated s moke d etectors wi th b attery p ack – Feature d oub l e g l azed wi nd ows

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E N H A N C E D 3 B E D RO O M S P E C I F I C AT I O N

– Va do bra sswa re – Vitra wa ll hu ng ba sin with m ono ba sin m ixer ta p – Low profile a c r y lic shower tray – Va do ther m osta tic shower colu m n – G la zed shower sc reen – Porcela in wa ll tiling with her r ingbone pa tter n – Vitra m a tt gla zed porcela in floor tiles with geom etr ic pa tter n – B a c k to wa ll WC – Recessed flu sh pla te – Elec tr ic hea ted towel ra il G E N E R A L A PA RT M E N T S – Inter ior- designed co- ordina ted colou r sc hem es – A pa r tm ent entra nce a nd inter na l doors in wood la m ina te finish.

Entra nce doors benefit from m u ltipoint loc k a nd door viewer – Utility c u pboa rd with wa sher/dr yer

– Matt b l ack b ras sware to b athrooms – Fi tted ward rob e i n s econd b ed room – Ki tchen i s l and COMMUNAL AREAS – Li fts to al l fl oors – C arp eted corri d ors – Mai n entrances wi th ti l ed fl oors and s ecure p ost-b oxes – Conci erge s erv i ce – Cycl e storage – Parki ng avai l ab l e to s el ected p l ots – Land s cap ed communal p od i um terrace

Im p or t a n t N ot i ce: Pl ea s e n ot e th at a l l a s p ect s of t h e d es i gn a n d sp eci fi ca t i on for Hi gh D efi n i t io n a r e con t i n u ou s l y r ev i ewed a n d we r es erv e s t h e r i gh t t o m a ke a l t era t i on s t o t h e d es i gn wi t h ou t n otic e .

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TYPE

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TYPE

B

1 BEDROOM

1 BEDROOM

T O TA L A R E A 4 5 . 8 M 2 / 4 9 3 F T 2

T O TA L A R E A 4 6 . 5 M 2 / 5 0 1 F T 2

UTILITY

BEDROOM

BEDROOM

LIVING

BATHROOM

LIVING

KITCHEN/DINING

UTILITY

KITCHEN/DINING

BATHROOM

KITCHEN

3.3 M x 5.3 M

10’11” x 16’6”

KITCHEN

3.1 M x 3.4 M

10’3” x 11’0”

LIVING ROOM

5.1 M x 2.9 M

16’7” x 9’7”

LIVING ROOM

4.9 M x 2.8 M

16’2” x 9’9”

BEDROOM 1

3.8 M x 2.8 M

12’4” x 9’3”

BATHROOM

2.0 M x 2.2 M

6’7” x 7’1”

BEDROOM 1

2.8 M x 2.9 M

9’3” x 9’7”

BATHROOM

2.0 M x 2.2 M

6’6” x 7’1”

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ALTO

ARIA

Floor pla n s s h ow n a re for a s e l e c t i o n of t y p i c al ap art me nt l ayo u t s and ap p roxi mate m e a s ure m e n ts on ly. E xa c t layo u t s and si ze s vary. Fo r mo re i nfo r mat i o n and to view th e ra n ge of a pa r t me nt l ayo u t s sp e ak to a me mb e r of t he te am.

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ARIA

Floor pla ns shown a re for a selec tion of ty pic a l a pa r tm ent layou ts and ap p roxi mate m ea su rem ents only. Exa c t layou ts a nd sizes va r y. For m ore informati on and to view the ra nge of a pa r tm ent layou ts spea k to a m em ber of the team.

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TYPE

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TYPE

B

2 BEDROOM

2 BEDROOM

T O TA L A R E A 6 5 . 5 M 2 / 7 0 5 F T 2

T O TA L A R E A 7 1 M 2 / 7 6 4 F T 2

ENSUITE

BEDROOM 2

BATHROOM

BEDROOM 1 UTILITY

LIVING/DINING

BEDROOM 1

LIVING/DINING/KITCHEN

BATHROOM KITCHEN

BEDROOM 2 ENSUITE

UTILITY

KITCHEN

3.1 M x 4.0 M

10’2” x 13’2”

KITCHEN

2.2 M x 4.9 M

7’2” x 15’11”

LIVING ROOM

5.0 M x 3.1 M

16’4” x 10’2”

LIVING ROOM

3.1 M x 4.9 M

10’2” x 15’11”

BEDROOM 1

5.4 M x 2.9 M

17’7” x 9’6”

BEDROOM 2

3.0 M x 3.1 M

9’8” x 10’2”

BATHROOM

2.0 M x 2.2 M

6’7” x 7’1”

ENSUITE

1.6 M x 2.2 M

5’2” x 7’2”

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ALTO

ARIA

Floor pla n s s h ow n a re for a s e l e c t i o n of t y p i c al ap art me nt l ayo u t s and ap p roxi mate m e a s ure m e n ts on ly. E xa c t layo u t s and si ze s vary. Fo r mo re i nfo r mat i o n and to view th e ra n ge of a pa r t me nt l ayo u t s sp e ak to a me mb e r of t he te am.

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BEDROOM 1

3.0 M x 3.7 M

9’10” x 12’2”

BEDROOM 2

2.7 M x 4.2 M

8’11” x 13’8”

BATHROOM

2.0 M x 2.1 M

6’7” x 7’0”

ENSUITE

1.6 M x 2.2 M

5’2” x 7’2”

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ARIA

Floor pla ns shown a re for a selec tion of ty pic a l a pa r tm ent layou ts and ap p roxi mate m ea su rem ents only. Exa c t layou ts a nd sizes va r y. For m ore informati on and to view the ra nge of a pa r tm ent layou ts spea k to a m em ber of the team.

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TYPE

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2 BEDROOM

2 BEDROOM

T O TA L A R E A 6 7. 5 M 2 / 7 2 7 F T 2

T O TA L A R E A 6 7. 5 M 2 / 7 2 7 F T 2 F I R S T F LO O R A PA R T M E N T O N LY

UTILITY BATHROOM KITCHEN BEDROOM 2

BATHROOM

UTILITY

ENSUITE

KITCHEN/LIVING/DINING LIVING/DINING

BEDROOM 2

BEDROOM 1

BEDROOM 1

ENSUITE

KITCHEN

2.2 M x 3.2 M

7’1” x 10’4”

KITCHEN

2.5 M x 4.0 M

8’3” x 13’0”

LIVING ROOM

3.0 M x 5.4 M

10’0” x 17’9”

LIVING ROOM

5.5 M x 2.9 M

18’2” x 9’6”

BEDROOM 1

2.9 M x 4.4 M

9’5” x 14’6”

BEDROOM 2

2.9 M x 3.3 M

9’5” x 11’0”

BATHROOM

2.0 M x 2.1 M

6’7” x 7’0”

ENSUITE

2.7 M x 1.7 M

8’9” x 5’5”

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Floor pla n s s h ow n a re for a s e l e c t i o n of t y p i c al ap art me nt l ayo u t s and ap p roxi mate m e a s ure m e n ts on ly. E xa c t layo u t s and si ze s vary. Fo r mo re i nfo r mat i o n and to view th e ra n ge of a pa r t me nt l ayo u t s sp e ak to a me mb e r of t he te am.

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BEDROOM 1

5.6 M x 3.2 M

18’5” x 10’6”

BEDROOM 2

3.9 M x 2.9 M

12’9” x 9’8”

BATHROOM

2.0 M x 2.2 M

6’7” x 7’1”

ENSUITE

2.2 M x 1.6 M

7’2” x 5’2”

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Floor pla ns shown a re for a selec tion of ty pic a l a pa r tm ent layou ts and ap p roxi mate m ea su rem ents only. Exa c t layou ts a nd sizes va r y. For m ore informati on and to view the ra nge of a pa r tm ent layou ts spea k to a m em ber of the team.

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TYPE

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TYPE

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3 BEDROOM

3 BEDROOM

T O TA L A R E A 9 1 . 5 M 2 / 9 8 2 F T 2

T O TA L A R E A 9 1 . 2 M 2 / 9 8 2 F T 2

BEDROOM 2

BEDROOM 3

BATHROOM ENSUITE

UTILITY

KITCHEN/LIVING/DINING

KITCHEN/LIVING/DINING

BEDROOM 1

UTILITY

BEDROOM 2

BEDROOM 3

BATHROOM

BEDROOM 1

ENSUITE

KITCHEN

2.5 M x 3.4 M

8’3” x 11’1”

KITCHEN

3.2 M x 2.3 M

10’4” x 7’8”

LIVING ROOM

3.8 M x 5.6 M

12’6” x 18’6”

LIVING ROOM

5.1 M x 7.1 M

16’7” x 23’4”

BEDROOM 1

6.1 M x 4.2 M

20’1” x 13’8”

BEDROOM 1

2.7 M x 5.3 M

8’11” x 17’4”

BEDROOM 2

3.0 M x 3.8 M

9’8” x 12’7”

BEDROOM 2

2.8 M x 3.5 M

9’4” x 11’5”

BEDROOM 3

2.6 M x 3.4 M

8’7” x 11’3”

BEDROOM 3

2.7 M x 4.7 M

8’11” x 15’7”

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BATHROOM

2.1 M x 2.0 M

7’0” x 6’7”

BATHROOM

2.0 M x 2.1 M

6’7” x 7’0”

ENSUITE

1.6 M x 2.2 M

5’2” x 7’2”

ENSUITE

2.2 M x 1.6 M

7’2” x 5’3”

ALTO

ARIA

Floor pla n s s h ow n a re for a s e l e c t i o n of t y p i c al ap ar t me nt l ayo u t s and ap p roxi mate m e a s ure m e n ts on ly. E xa c t layo u t s and si ze s vary. Fo r mo re i nfo r mat i o n and to view th e ra n ge of a pa r t me nt l ayo u t s sp e ak to a me mb e r of t he te am.

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Floor pla ns shown a re for a selec tion of ty pic a l a pa r tm ent layou ts and ap p roxi mate m ea su rem ents only. Exa c t layou ts a nd sizes va r y. For m ore informati on and to view the ra nge of a pa r tm ent layou ts spea k to a m em ber of the team.

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AWARD WINNING GREEN SPACES

People who live, work and study in Media City know they are part of an exciting and ever-evolving community. It’s a place where television stars mix with digital innovators, fashion designers rub shoulders with filmmakers and animators. The buzz in the air is palpable, whether it’s a workday, when life is at full pace, or the weekend, when relaxing pursuits bring the community together.

Choose from farmers markets, food stalls, walks along the waterfront or outdoor entertainment to gently pass the time.

Beau t i fu l l an dscapi n g su rro u n ds Medi a Ci t y

Recognised as one of the UK’s best green spaces Green Flag Award 2019/20

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WELLBEING, BARS & RESTAURANTS The A lc h e mist

Th e Botanist

Th e B ea u t y G u r u

Media City has an ever-expanding collection of spas, bars and restaurants to enjoy during your social and leisure time. Much more than a cocktail bar, The Alchemist provides masterclasses in cocktail making and creates its own infusions, to take your drinks to the next level. Dining at The Botanist provides another delicious and eclectic mix of flavours, with seasonal menus, brunch boards and private dining spaces. When you really need time out though, why not head to The Beauty Guru at Media City. Choose from a range of exquisite treatments that guarantee your total relaxation.

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A DESTINATION THAT’S FULL OF LIFE

Stan d up paddle boardi ng Q u ays i de

Yoga in t h e Pia z za

In d oor clim bing a t t he He l l y Hans e n Wate rs po rt s Ce n t re

Open water swimming is having a

If staying on top of the water is

moment in the UK, with swimmers

more your thing, then choose from

of all ages seeking out the benefits

the big range of activities provided

of an early morning dip as the

by the Helly Hansen Watersports

sun rises. Where better to test

Centre. Canoeing, powerboating,

your metal for cold water than at

raft building, wakeboarding,

Salford Quays, where professionally

windsurfing and sailing are just

supervised swims and events take

some of the options. There are

place regularly. An expert coach can

changing rooms and showers where

brief you on safety, what to wear

you can warm up afterwards, as

and breathing techniques, to help

well as an indoor climbing wall

you get the most from your swim.

if you fancy another round of physical activity.

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VIC TORIA STATION

WELCOME TO MANCHESTER

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The popularity of Manchester

The population is expected to grow

continues to grow, with work

to 635,000 people by 2025, from

opportunities at Media City,

553,000 today. 100,000 people

a dynamic city centre and the

will be living and working in the city

region’s five universities attracting

centre, where the options for high

people in.

quality residential living continue

A high proportion of people who

to grow.

study in Manchester, stay on to live

The redevelopment of Terminal 2 at

here after graduation, helping to

Manchester Airport will strengthen

make the city a young and vibrant

its position as the largest UK airport

destination, with entrepreneurs and

outside of London. While the city

big brand businesses both making

also pursues its ambition to be

the most of opportunities.

carbon neutral by 2038, eight years ahead of the UK’s national commitment.

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[ 2] www.i nvest i n m a n ch ester.com /why- m a n ch ester/econ om i c- over v i ew

#1 Most liveable city in the UK. The Economist, 2019

29,4 M Pas s engers p as s ed throug h Manchester Ai rp ort, 2019 [ 1]

1,3 M Total j ob s , 2019 [ 2]

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Man ch ester Cen t ral Li brary

Ch i n a Tow n, Centra l Manc he ste r

Man chester, Picca dilly tra in sta tion Norther n Quarter

Th e Lowr y Thea tre Ma n c h e ste r Tow n Ha ll

Th e Roya l Exc h a n ge Ma n c h e ster

Ol d Traffo rd Spo rt s St adi u m , h o m e to Man ch ester Un i ted

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ENRICHING STUDENT EXPERIENCE

WITH CULTURE TO MATCH

Th e University of Manc he ste r

Manchester’s five universities –

cinema and live music. You can enjoy

The University of Manchester,

a different experience every day.

University of Salford, Manchester Metropolitan University, University of Bolton and University Academy 92 – have over 100,000 students enrolled in courses and produce around 36,000 graduates every year.

New students quickly discover that Manchester is an easy city to get around, with trams and cycle lanes encouraging people away from cars. The city has a lot to offer, from history and culture to leisure, shopping, theatre, 65

The universities themselves are world class, with well-respected degree courses in all subject areas helping to build careers and industries in the city and beyond.

The University of Salford is the only university to have a campus at Media City. Its facilities have been designed with industry to create a forward thinking educational space that empowers interdisciplinary and collaborative learning.

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Nat i ve Yo u t h , a l o cal Ma nchester bra nd

Universities in the city of Manchester

Ask any football fan and it will be

The culture and history of

Manchester is also renowned for

100,000

Manchester City or Manchester

Manchester includes much more

its impressive musical heritage and

United that is referenced as the

than football, however. Manchester

famous venues, with the Haçienda

city’s most important cultural

was at the centre of the industrial

nightclub putting the city firmly

feature. World famous Old Trafford,

revolution and the quick growing

on the party map. Boy bands, indie

Students enrolled in Manchester’s Universities

Manchester United’s football ground,

cotton and textiles trade. An apt

bands and top international DJs

is just a short journey over the water

pre-cursor to the burgeoning fashion

have all emanated from this creative

36,000

from Media City. You can sometimes

design industry that exists in the city

and very welcoming party city.

hear the fans singing on match day.

today. Make sure you see the latest creations from local designers at Manchester Fashion Week.

St u d e nt s grad u ate eve r y yea r

S o urce: w w w. manchester.ac.uk /discover/ fa ct s -fi gu res /

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AN ATTRACTIVE OPPORTUNITY

HOUSE PRICE CHANGE (%PA)

UK 2020

2021

2022

3.5 -1.5 2.5

2023

2 024

2025

4.0

5.0

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MANCHESTER

£62.8 Bn GVA according to Office for National Statistics

3rd

40%

Largest UK airport

Lower cost of living than London

635,000

100,000

Increase in population growth within Manchester core

Living in Manchester City Centre

by 2025

2020

2021

2022

2023

2 0 24

2025

3.5

0.0

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UK 2020

2021

1.5

-1.0 2.0

MANCHESTER 2020

2021

2022

2023

2 0 24

2025

1.0

0.0

3.5

3.0

3.0

3.0

Manchester has always played an

The ten councils – the first

important role in shaping the UK’s

statutory “Combined Authority”

economy, since the days of the

in the UK outside London – and

industrial revolution. Today, the

the Mayor coordinate key issues

region is home to more than 2.7

such as economic development, regeneration and transport. This

bigger than that of Wales or

governance structure has enabled

Northern Ireland. Manchester’s

the region to secure greater powers

1 in 5

Zero C

million people, with an economy

business strengths have enabled it

from central government to shape

Greater Manchester businesses export

Committed to a zero carbon city by 2038, 12 years

to develop a strong reputation as a

its own future and success.

ahead of the UK standard

competitive place to do business.

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UK WIDE CONNECTIONS

EDINBURGH

GLASGOW

BELFAST LEEDS

YORK

MANCHESTER LIVERPOOL DUBLIN

SHEFFIELD

CHESTER

BIRMINGHAM

Manchester is an extremely well-

The Peak District National Park

connected northern hub, offering

is under an hour away by car and

M A N C H E S T E R A I R P O RT TO M E D I A C I T Y

fast train travel times into all

offers an invigorating day out from

Travelling is simple from Media City

major surrounding cities, including

the city. The park covers more than

to Manchester Airport, it’s just a

Leeds, Sheffield and Liverpool,

550 square hectares, has stunning

19 minutes drive by car or you can

as well as a quick commute into

landscapes to enjoy throughout

take the convenient journey via

London Euston.

the year, as well as cycleways,

Metrolink.

Travel over the border into Scotland’s two leading cities,

BRISTOL

LONDON

varied wildlife, stately homes and landmarks to discover.

T R A I N T R AV E L T I M E S

F L I G H T T R AV E L T I M E S

Edinburgh and Glasgow, takes just over three hours by train,

S h effi el d

00 hr 50 mins

Yo rk

01 h r 4 0 m i n s

Lon d on

while you also have the option

C h ester

01 h r 0 6 m i n s

Bi rm i n g h am

01 h r 32 m i n s

B e l fa st

0 0 h r 5 5 mi n s

to fly further north from

Leeds

01 h r 15 m i n s

Bri sto l

03 hr 06 mins

D u b l i n

0 0 h r 5 5 mi n s

Manchester Airport. A flight to

L i verpo o l Cen t ral

01 h r 16 m i n s

Edi n bu rg h

03 hr 03 mins

Lo n do n Eu sto n

02 hr 05 mins

Gl as gow

0 3 h r 16 m i n s

Dublin takes just under an hour.

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MANCHESTER BOSTON NEW YORK ISTANBUL PHILAD ELPHIA

L AS V EGAS

SHANGHAI

ATLANTA

L OS AN GEL ES

HOUSTON QATAR DUBAI/ ABU DHABI

MIAMI

HONG KONG

KUALA LUMPUR

INTERNATIONALLY CONNECTED

SINGAPORE

Manchester Airport is an international airport, a little under nine miles from Manchester city centre. It has flights to 199 destinations, placing it 13th globally for total destinations served. A major expansion programme of Terminal 2 is underway, which will see the terminal double in size by 2024 and help the airport

CAPE TOWN

serve many more millions of passengers every year.

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