Free Museums in Furness Vale

"Manchester is home to two world class Art Galleries - The Manchester Art Gallery in town and the Whitworth Art Gallery on Oxford Road, by the university. There's also the recently redeveloped and reopened Gallery of Costume in Platt Fields Park - which you'll pass most days on your commute from Fallowfield to the Uni. All of the galleries house impressive permanent collections (which are free) and regular special exhibitons (which aren't)."

"This free to visit museum is one to add to your Manchester itinerary if you have kids that love art and art history. There’s plenty to learn about the city’s artists and culture. Families with younger children should make a beeline for the Clore Art Studio, which is an interactive space developed by artists."

"Everyone knows about Manchester’s history and continuing relationship with the world’s most popular sport, football. Manchester United and City are two of the most successful clubs on Earth, whilst also being two of the biggest brands. The former in particular has a rich history dating back to earlier in the 20th century, resulting in their current standing as one of the biggest – if not the biggest – sporting brands."

"Six storeys dedicated to the beautiful game, taking in footballing greats, the history of the game, the chance to lift some trophies, games and football challenges, an exhibition about the 1966 World Cup and a learning zone. Guided tours are available…"

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Mick Knapton used under CC BY-SA 4.0. The Kelham Island Museum stands tall on a 900-year old man-made island on the river and focuses on the industrious history of Sheffield, specifically its steelmaking heritage. The museum features exhibits and interactive galleries about the men and women who kept the factory wheels turning."

"One of the most visited free attractions in the UK, the Millennium Gallery is an art gallery and museum in the heart of Sheffield. The museum displays both permanent and changing exhibitions throughout the year, including touring exhibitions from places such as the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. The museum’s permanent collection includes the Ruskin collection, created by John Ruskin to inspire the working people of Sheffield, as well as the Metalwork collection displaying a wide array of Sheffield’s steel products."

"See Sheffield’s unique heritage in this premier destination for art, craft and design. The Sheffield Millennium Gallery is one of the city’s most prominent art galleries, located right in the centre at Arundel Gate. It features contemporary art and design exhibitions, including touring exhibitions from the V&A, the Tate and the National Portrait Gallery."

"The Whitworth is one of our favourite art galleries in the UK, a 50,000+ strong collection of works housed in one of the …"

"While idling in the Pavilion Gardens you could call in at this gallery in the main building next to the tourist information desk. The Gallery in the Gardens is a platform for painting and arts and crafts by more than 40 local artists and craftspeople. Their works are for sale and include textiles, ceramics, paintings, calligraphy, embroidery, glass, linocuts, etchings, woodcarvings and prints."

"Since you’ll find yourself within The Pavilion Gardens, you might want to pay The Gallery in the Gardens a visit. It’s an art gallery featuring paintings, ceramics, and other crafts by local artists. Support the local artists’ high-quality masterpieces by making a purchase or two if you can."

"Macclesfield is in the orbit of the Jodrell Bank Observatory, founded in 1945 and part of the University of Manchester. The primary telescope at Jodrell Bank is the colossal Lovell Telescope, built in 1957 and still the third largest steerable dish radio telescope in the world, at 76.2 metres in diameter. Amateur astronomers come a long way to savour this immense structure, which along with the rest of the station has been mooted for World Heritage Status."

"You can indulge in selected brunch dishes and enjoy unlimited glasses of Prosecco, Mimosas, Aperol Spritz, Bloody Marys, Pints of Amstel, Virgin Marys or selection of soft drinks for two hours!. Available every day. You can enjoy favourites like the full English breakfast or ‘Pornstar pancakes’ – five American pancakes, topped with a Prosecco, vodka mango and passionfruit compote."

"A relaxed and friendly environment, serving hot food all day and an extensive range of beers, wines and cocktails from around the world. Perfect for any occ ..."

"What used to be a best-kept secrets on the Curry Mile is now just too legendary for it to be news for anyone - it has even featured on the Telegraph and BBC's Good Food Guide's. The stretch along Rusholme and Fallowfield is famous for flavour and umpteenth late-night stops catering to drunken Mancs stumbling home for decades, however, you don't need to go on a jaunt for Mughli. View this post on Instagram"

"The name Mughli Charcoal Pit alone should get your mouth watering in anticipation of the restaurant's chargrilled meats and Indian street food. The family-owned spot, opened in 1991, is all about sharing, with an extensive menu that encourages trying a bit of everything. There's everything from curry to grilled meat to street chaat, and you'll want to come hungry."

"A post shared by ARKELL LDN (@arkellldn) on Feb 14, 2015 at 3:28pm PST. Mughli Charcoal Pit is a budget-friendly, family-run Indian restaurant often voted one of the best curry houses in Manchester. As the name suggests, most of Mughli’s most famous menu items are charred to perfection in a traditional charcoal pit."

"Claiming to be Urmston’s very first Mediterranean bar, The Three Barrels on Flixton Road serves a wide range of European lagers, craft ales and international wines. Not only that but it’s also dog-friendly - all dogs receive treats and water on the house!"

"Mediterranean Sharrow Vale is a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant that has been serving good and delectable seafood dishes for more than 30 years now. Opened in 1979 by a Greek couple, they are the first restaurant in Sheffield to have served tapas dishes. Offering a wide variety of exceptional meals on their menu, they also serve vegan, vegetarian, nut-free, gluten-free and coeliac dishes for all customers with allergens."