Best & Cool Bars in Bickershaw

"Indian street food joint Bundobust will be serving special dosas all week, including its year-round classic masala dosa (rice pancakes filled with cauliflower and potato). There's a sweet special of a mango and rose dosa that's served with a sweet cardamom yoghurt, salted mango and pomegranate seeds. The sweet dosa is available until March 1 for £5, or today you can get the savoury and sweet dosa in a combo deal for £10."

"The home of Indian veggie burgers, paneer tikka and egg burjhis, Bundobust is all about good food. But drinks don't go unnoticed either, with a cracking selection of craft beer for all palates. We're talking cask ales, chai cider and rotational keg lines pouring different kinds of brews."

"This vegetarian Indian street food restaurant has plenty of options for vegans, such as onion and kale bhajis, vegan Vada Pav and Tarka Dhal. Available to order on Deliveroo from the Northern Quarter restaurant."

"Set in the elegant Georgian Quarter of Liverpool, this street-side bistro has a European vibe reminiscent of Parisian cafes and Italian coffee shops – perfect for a lazy Sunday morning brunch. Located on Falkner Street, The Quarter offers all the classic hot brunch dishes you’d expect, but adds their ‘Usuals’ to the list – why not try banana on toast with peanut butter or ‘Eggs on fire’ (sriracha scrambled eggs with cream cheese on a brioche bun)?. With a backdrop of stunning buildings, this is a Instagram-friendly brunching spot near the University area of the city, making it ideal for students looking to show their parents the highlights of the city when they visit."

"The Quarter Liverpool is a fantastic quaint takeaway deli in the Georgian Quarter, close enough to most of the major hotels in the city. If you’re stopping over in the city nearby then you should definitely come here to fill up on a fabulous breakfast or brunch (with veggie options too!) to get you ready for the rest of the day ahead!. Check out some of the Liverpool events to know about throughout the year."

"Find The Quarter on the cobbled streets of the Goergian Quarter and enjoy a bowl of pasta with views of one of Liverpool’s most beautiful areas. Sit outside in the summer months to soak up the sun and lunch won’t get much better. View this post on Instagram"

"‘Con Amici’ – that’s the motto of Gusto Liverpool and it takes the message to heart. The ultimate cocktail bar for large parties, Gusto at the Albert Dock is happy to seat parties as large as 40 at a single table, ensuring you won’t be having cocktails alone ever again. With beautiful views of the Albert Dock and a small but smart cocktail menu that includes gin & tonic concoctions as well as a number of delicious aperitivo, Gusto is the sophisticated choice for a cocktail in one of Liverpool’s most iconic landmarks."

"Situated on the stunning Royal Albert Dock, GUSTO is inspired by the elegant charm of a classic Italian ristorante with a contemporary buzz and a modern, stylish interior. Seating up to 40 guests, GUSTO prides itself on the basic philosophy of provenance. This means sourcing responsibly, seeking out suppliers who use traditional, sustainable and natural methods of husbandry to provide the best and freshest produce available."

"Gusto on the Royal Albert Dock offers a great kids menu of a main meal and dessert for just £6.95. They can choose from all the Italian inspired dishes or choose to make their own pizza - a great way to keep the kids entertained over lunch!. View this post on Instagram"

"If, like a lot of people, your appreciation for Liverpool began with The Beatles, where better to express your love than at The Cavern Club?. Situated on Liverpool’s famous Matthew Street, The Cavern Club is a great place to declare your love for your partner if they’re a music fan. With music playing most days in the venue, why not choose a quieter time of day to drop to one knee?"

"People enjoy the Macooza night at The Hideout Bar in Southport. Photo by Zack Downey of ZEDPhotography. Is this bar the best kept secret in Southport?"

"The fairly new in town Feel Good Club is literally dedicated to helping improve mental wellbeing, not only from the beautifully positive notes left on each coffee cup, but with the spacious, happy decor and mental health first aid trained workforce, too. Now complete with an outdoor terrace, the coffee shop is the perfect place to shut off from the world every once in a while, with brunch dishes and plenty of snacks on the menu to try while you watch the day pass by. Feel Good Club, 26-28 Hilton St, M1 2EH."

"Mental health and wellbeing cafe Feel Good Club – Manchester’s new kid on the block in the Northern Quarter – has remained open throughout the second national lockdown for takeaway services to provide much-needed support for those who need it most. And on top of that, the coffee is just pretty damn good. 26 – 28 Hilton Street, Manchester, M1 2EH"

"The Northern Quarter’s mental health and wellness cafe has made the decision to reopen for walk-ins at its new outdoor seating area from this week, and you can find menus, opening times and more information on the website here."

"If you’re up early and exploring the beautiful Albert Dock and waterfront, head to Brasco Lounge to enjoy a delicious breakfast with a waterfront view from their outdoor terrace. With an extensive brunch menu, that includes all the classics as well as some interesting twists (try their Lounge Eggs with Chorizo, Peppers and Guacamole or the delectable Boston Barbecue Beans with peppers, tomatoes, hash browns and an egg), you can fuel up on their freshly prepared food before heading out to enjoy some of Liverpool’s best tourist attractions."

"Brasco Lounge is right on Liverpool’s Waterfront and is the perfect location to enjoy views of The Mersey with a stack of pancakes. Head down for some of their triple-stacked buttermilk pancakes and choose from berry compote, banana and Greek Yoghurt or bacon and maple syrup. For something a little different why not try their Halloumi and Sweetcorn pancakes for a bit of a savoury twist."

"The Brasco Lounge on Mann Island is a great place to take the kids for lunch. With views of the waterfront and a kids menu full of options that they will love… you can't really go wrong. View this post on Instagram"

"Veggie Republic aims to show vegetarians and meat eaters that anything can be veganised and taste amazing, with a variety of options including vegan junk food and comfort food to raw vegan dishes, catering for every vegan style of eating including gluten free vegan dishes. On our recent visit we tried the vegan seitan kebab served with naan bread, salad and fries which was fantastic and there’s so many items on the menu that we can’t wait ti go back and try. Veggie Republic is a bit of a hidden gem on Cook Street, but we urge you to give it a try."

"Aiming to to show that literally anything can be veganised and still taste good, Veggie Republic offers a vegan menu with meat-free substitutes for roast dinners, burgers, pizza, and pasta as well as raw vegan options."

"You may not expect a pub to serve vegan food but The Caledonia went fully vegan in 2017 and their menu consists of lovely burgers, hot dogs and a great selection of vegan alcohol which makes it an absolute winner in our eyes. The Caledonia Website"

"Traditional Real Ale Pub offering Live Music, great food and community Spirit. Very very Dog Friendly, bonus!. Absolutely fantastic place to eat- delicious food and 100% Vegan."

"05/06/2021: It was the best Margarette pizza I’ve ever eaten. The chef was so friendly and so was waitress. The environment was authentic."

"From Wednesday May 19, the stunning Whitworth gallery will be partially reopen to the public, with a film screening of Imran Perretta: the destructors on display. The cafe will be back open too, but the full gallery will be up and running again by July 1, in time for its MIF21 summer exhibition. Plan your visit at whitworth.manchester.ac.uk/visit."

"Part of the University of Manchester, The Whitworth acts as a bridge between the university and the people of the city by providing a space to meet, play and learn. The gallery has been named Best Emerging Cultural Destination in Europe and includes gallery spaces, a study centre, learning studio and collections centre."

"The Whitworth will partially reopen from Wednesday 19 May 2021. The gallery is expected to reopen fully from Thursday 1 July 2021."

"A glorious sister venue to London's Natural History Museum (both designed by Liverpool-born architect Alfred Waterhouse), it's worth a visit to the University of Liverpool's gallery and museum for its exterior alone. The Grade II-listed building's gothic terracotta design led to the coining of the term "red-brick" university and is a shining example of Victorian prowess; more so now after a recent £8.6m refurb. Expect a really creepy museum (fossils, taxidermy, skeletons and curios from the university's 130-year history), a special collections gallery (including the largest display of paintings and prints by wildlife artist John James Audubon outside the US), and a regularly revolving programme of contemporary art exhibitions."

"Artworks illustrating the ever-present tensions between the natural world and the human race, including The Eruption of the Soufriere Mountains in the Island of St Vincent by JW Turner. A New Beauty: Romanticism in Art 1880-1920. Display exploring the evolving ways that physical attractiveness was depicted from the late 1800s."

"CFCCA is the UK leader in Chinese visual culture, with a reputation for debut solo exhibitions and a roster of internationally-renowned artists; impressive considering that, three decades ago, it was just a series of events in Manchester’s Chinatown. As Manchester’s Chinese population is second only to London’s, the centre’s heritage is particularly important; now represented in a new archive and library. Best feature: A vibrant events schedule, spanning film screenings to workshops and even Mandarin lessons"

"Centre For Chinese Contemporary Art is a unique art gallery with a year-round programme of socially engaged exhibitions, events, and artist residencies. They have over 30 years experience of working with emerging and established artists to provide a space for conversation, debate, and cross-cultural exchange. They are the go-to place to discover new artists and explore relevant global issues from different international perspectives."

"Manchester's Centre for Chinese Contemporary Art will reopen both of its galleries on Wednesday May 19. Exhibitions Multiplicities in Flux and Autopsy of a Home, which originally opened in October, will be back until June 13. Booking is advised at cfcca.org.uk but walk-ups are welcome."