Old Trafford dates back to 1857 and is the home of the Lancashire County Cricket Club. The three-tiered Victorian Members' Pavilion is the last original part of the ground, although it was hit by a bomb in 1940 and substantially rebuilt. Further repairs were carried out after the roof began to leak in 2003. Around four-fifths of the ground's circumference is bordered by stands - the majority single tiered. The seating capacity is 19000.
The Festival of British Eventing takes place at Gatcombe Park, the spectacular home of the Princess Royal and her family and incorporates the British Open, Intermediate and Novice Championships. As well as a weekend of top class eventing there will be a shopping village, arena attractions and entertainment for all the family.
In Italy the Art Perfumery has gained a relevant dimension not only in terms of revenues generated but also in terms of number of dedicated retailers.
The innovative and "propaedeutical" distribution approach that has been developed and adopted by the Italian market in the last few years has attracted the attention of many international operators.
The quality and excellence involved in this market are what make it at the same time vital and respectful of traditions, in addition to being highly responsive to new ideas that may flow against the current.
Founded in 1996, the Dubai World Cup showcases the world-class horse-breeding, training and racing that is celebrated throughout the Arabian peninsula.
The establishment of this annual, invitation-only event places the United Arab Emirates on the global horse-racing map, attracting competitors from all over the world.
This is the ground-breaking event that the QIPCO British Champions Series leads up to, when the eyes of the racing world are focused on Ascot for the richest day in British racing.
£3.4 million in prize money is on offer across the final races in each of the five QIPCO British Champions Series categories, presenting a fantastic opportunity for the season's equine stars and their owners, together with the top trainers and jockeys, to achieve sporting immortality on Ascot's historic turf.
In 2013 the Cheltenham Festival of Literature will be celebrating its 64th anniversary, offering events involving more than 400 writers and other speakers over ten days in October.
New theatre and visual arts displays are also on the programme, plus street performances around the Regency town. Comedy and children's events are particularly strong.
The 5.6-km Korean International Circuit is located around 200 km south of the capital Seoul and is a brand new circuit launched only in 2010. The main circuit includes Asia's longest straight stretch - 1.2km - enabling speeds of up to 320km per hour.
The 2012 grand prix was won by world champion Sebastian Vettel.
Experience the thrills and spills, the tension and the excitement, along with 70,000 other passionate fans, as Rugby League’s biggest stars showcase their extraordinary talents.
Be dazzled by the pre-game show, feel the tension mount as the teams take to the arena and watch the action up close as two teams battle for the right to be called Champions and lift the Super League trophy.
The Christmas Fairs and Christmas Markets of Germany are unique. If you're tired of commercialism taking over this holiday period and would like to get right away for a real traditional and romantic Christmas Market you might want to consider heading to Germany where Christmas gifts are not mass-produced but craftwork of real quality.
The Christkindelsmarkt nestles under the glamorous Kurhaus, the focal point of this famous spa town. The colonnades are lit up by thousands of lights throughout the festive run-up to Christmas, and the town is alive with music and revellers.
The Christmas Fairs and Christmas Markets of Germany are unique. If you're tired of commercialism taking over this holiday period and would like to get right away for a real traditional and romantic Christmas Market you might want to consider heading to Germany where Christmas gifts are not mass-produced but craftwork of real quality.
The city of Cologne offers four traditional Christmas markets around the city, attracting over 2 million visitors each year. In the famous cathedral square there are over 150 wooden pavilions, selling food, drinks and Christmas crafts.
