Police are advising visitors to Manchester to be peaceful and respectful during Eid.

The message comes as Greater Manchester Police prepare for an influx of visitors to Rusholme’s famous ‘Curry Mile’.

Superintendent Steve Howard from Greater Manchester Police said: “Eid is a joyous occasion and an important date in the Muslim calendar and celebrations should reflect this.

“Our officers will play their part to ensure the communities and those visiting are kept safe, and working with Manchester City Council, we will ensure that there is minimal traffic disruption to the area. There will be increased patrols in the surrounding areas to offer reassurance to our community.

“I would like to remind people coming to the city that any form of crime, antisocial behaviour, dangerous driving and public disorder will not be tolerated and that we will take robust action against those participating in such actions.

“The Force has been working with the support of the Rusholme Business Association, the Council of Mosques and Manchester City Council to ensure safe and trouble-free celebrations. We have also been working with our colleagues in neighbouring forces to ensure that those travelling into the city from other areas do so for the right reasons so that everyone can enjoy the festivities.

“During the course of the three day event our officers will increase patrols and will have a visible presence along the Wilmslow Road corridor and surrounding area.

“Finally I would like to take this opportunity to wish all of our Muslim community Eid Mubarak and those visitors coming to Manchester will be given a warm welcome.”

The restaurants of Rusholme’s ‘Curry Mile’ will remain open during Eid.

Car parks are located behind the Shere Khan restaurant (off Walmer Street), on Thurloe Street and Hathersage Road. Parking on streets in the area will be suspended between 9pm and 6am on Friday 17 July, Saturday 18 July and Sunday 19 July 2015