Manchester Markets and John Rylands

With a infection in my foot and out of action for big walks and runs, but needed something to keep the foot moving. We took a visit to Manchester around the markets and to the John Rylands Libary on Deansgate. many times we have walked past it onto the outdoor shops. So today had a quick look round and was impressed with the building. Built in the 1890s, The John Rylands Library is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful libraries in the world; both the building and its collections are of outstanding international significance.

Main Hall in John Rylands

Later on we went around the Christmas markets which are over 8 sites in Manchester. Due to the tablets I could not have any mulled wine. It was the normal stalls that you see each year from food to gifts. Exchange squre was the new area for stalls since the wheel has gone. This was mainly for people who wanted a  stand for few days. Helen had her seafood from the spainish stand on Albert Sq.

Albert Sq

Albert Sq

One of the stalls that I always go back to each year when Helen is not with with me is
Earth Rock and Stone by Holly and her Boyfriend who name has gone out of my head.

They make hand made  Silver Jewellery.  Everything they make is pure silver as that is what they like using. The stones they use they go all the way to India each year to buy. So they are seeing what they buy. They go to the people who cut and polish the stones and gems. Plus they get a chance to walk and backpack in the area. Amazing couple to talk to about their trips.
Everything I have bought from them over the years for Helen has not broken or bent. Where other things I have bought from else where has broken a link or snap.
 It will be too late to find them on the markets now but they do other markets as well though the year. I will find the web site they use to put up here.