Despite a historic rivalry between the two countries, St Patrick's celebrations are big across the water in England. Which of these two cities holds a two week Irish festival in the lead-up to the big day?

The city in question here would definitely be Manchester. This year is especially noteworthy as it signifies a 23 year old anniversary of the Manchester Irish Festival and 28 years of St Patric's Day parade. As it is already customary the festivities themselves will last two weeks. So the answer two your question here is definitely Manchester.