Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Anderton

"Discover a symbol of Liverpool and gain insight into the city’s history with a visit to the National Heritage-listed Liverpool Cathedral. As the largest religious building in Britain, the Anglican cathedral boasts neo-Gothic architecture, distinctive artwork, and a 328-feet (100-meter) tower that provides sweeping views across River Mersey."

"If you are into your architecture then there are plenty of things to explore in and around the cathedral. There are numerous stain glass windows which can make for some really bright and colourful photos. It is quite dark at some points inside, so you may need a tripod if you're going to be using a slower shutter speed."

"2 km from city center 3 out of 10 places to visit in Liverpool. Liverpool Cathedral is the largest Anglican cathedral in entire Europe and is also one of the most important buildings in the city. One can get a magnificent view of the city from the top of 331ft high tower in the Cathedral."

"With a history stretching back to the Middle Ages, the grade I-listed Cathedral Church of St Mary, St Denys and St George is one of Manchester’s oldest and most beautiful buildings. It is notable for its spectacular wooden furnishings and stained glass displays, much of which was restored in 1952 after the Blitz. Free guided tours are available most days from Monday to Saturday."

"Right next to the Football Museum, you can find the beautiful Manchester Cathedral. While I have as much with churches as I have with football, I did have a quick look inside and the architecture was beautiful:"

"This Neoclassical building opened in 1854 and is a designated Grade I listed building that is located opposite the main railway station, Lime Street Station. Inside you’ll find an old law court and gaol cells, an interesting heritage centre, and stunning concert hall with exquisite tiles that are open to the public once a year. Also Read:15 Best Burgers in Liverpool: Ranked"

"The façade of St. George's Hall on Brown Street is festooned with Corinthian columns and statues. Its sumptuously decorated Great Hall, boasting one of the world's largest organs, is often used for concerts. To the rear of the building, the splendid St. John's Gardens feature statues of prominent Liverpudlians."

"Considered the centre of the city, St. George’s Hall sits opposite the Lime Street railway station. Designated as a Grade I listed building by English Heritage, the Hall houses a number of concert halls and law courts. Completed in 1854, it has notable Greek and Roman architectural features."

"The Mother Church of Chester Bishopric and a Church of England Minister, the Chester Cathedral was built in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary and Christ. One of the most popular attractions in the city, the Chester Cathedral has something for everyone that includes, service, a LEGO display, a guided tour and witnessing the birds of prey. As an operational church, the Cathedral conducts over 20 services each week with multiple choirs, organ recitals and sermons."

"Chester Cathedral is a Church of England cathedral built on Anglo-Saxon foundations dating back to the year 907. Since then it has gradually been extended and rebuilt three times, the most lasting design from 1250 being what we see today. For the first 530 years it was known as Saint Werburgh's Abbey after the remains of the Saint it housed."

"The Trafford Ecology Park is tucked away in the industrial Trafford Park behind an oil depot and is a registered Biological Important site and a true oasis of wildlife. The park is spread across an area of eleven acres and is a true delight for a nature enthusiast."

"An interactive journey back in time, the Stockport Air Raid Shelters offers a glimpse into how people lived during the wartime blitz. Explore the labyrinth of tunnels filled with displays, posters, recreated living and sleeping areas, and a bunker, all accompanied by an audio guide highlighting the cultural, political, and social aspects living in the shelters. I Opening Times: Tuesday-Friday 1-5pm, Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 11am-5pm."

"The Stockport Air Raid Shelters are a jolting walk back in time near Manchester. Located about 6 miles from the main Manchester area and in great Manchester, this place is an interesting, short excursion from the city Centre. The place will transport you into a dark time- the Britain of the 1940s during the war."

"Stockport Air Raid Shelters, Great Underbank, Stockport, Cheshire, SK1 1NE - Visit now. Stockport museums are beginning a phased reopening of their sites. The first to re-open were Bramall Hall and Stockport Air Raid Shelters."

"84 Plymouth Grove is known now as Elizabeth Gaskell's House, a small museum dedicated to Victorian literature and life. The Grade II listed neoclassical villa was once the residence of William and Elizabeth Gaskell, Manchester's most famous Victorian writer, and the rooms have been preserved to showcase her life. There is also a scenic garden, which has been planted to detail the sort of garden the Gaskells would have had back in the day."

"Elizabeth Gaskell’s House, 84 Plymouth Grove, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M13 9LW - Visit now. In recent years Elizabeth Gaskell’s House has been lovingly restored; you can now sit at her desk, see where Charlotte Brontë hid behind the curtains, and have tea in the downstairs café. Elizabeth Gaskell’s House is open again on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 11 am – 4.30 pm."

"With Manchester taxis, you can now visit the Elizabeth Gaskell’s House. Elizabeth Gaskell was a famous novelist with many famous works such as Cranford and North and South, which are already adapted for television. Also, consider visiting the Grade II listed Regency villa."

"Designed by Sir Joseph Paxton, Birkenhead Park is acknowledged as the first publicly funded park in the world having first opened in 1847 and influened the design of New York's Central Park. Alongside the beautiful architecture and lush green spaces there is an adventure playground, tennis courts, bowling greens and football pitches. A great place to head to on a trip over the water to the Wirral."

"Take some time out to relax in the lush Birkenhead Park in between your visits to the other must-visit attractions in Liverpool. The park lies on the west side of the Mersey and is linked to Liverpool by tunnels and the excellent Mersey Ferry service. Near the tunnel are the ruins of a 12th-century Benedictine abbey with a chapterhouse, crypt, and refectory."

"Rumour has it that Central Park in New York is based on Birkenhead Park in Wirral, we’ll let that sink in for a minute!. Birkenhead Park was the world’s first publicly funded park, and was opened in 1847 by Joseph Paxton. There’s so much to do and see here, whether you fancy a game of cricket, footy, tennis, some fishing, or just a general mooch."

"Holding the impressive title of the world’s first cricket simulator, Sixes Social Cricket inn Manchester brings both a fun experience and a menu of Br ..."

"Taking place every weekend from 11am, Revolución De Cuba serves up prosecco, beer or cocktails alongside Cuban-inspired dishes such as 'Cubano Benedict' (toasted sourdough with pulled pork, a poached egg, hollandaise sauce and sweet smoky paprika) and 'Breakfast Burrito' (tortilla stuffed with sausage, omelette, chorizo, tomato sauce, mozzarella, bacon and served with guac). There's plenty of meat-free and vegan options too, like sweetcorn fritters and baked beet tortillas. £30, revoluciondecuba.com"

"Revolucion de Cuba takes you on a journey to the heart of Cuba (via Albert Dock) with its bottomless brunch menu that is packed full of flavour. Split over two floors, this quirky rum bar also has an outside terrace - perfect for a summer brunch with your pals. Prices vary depending on the day and time of your brunch but start from £20 per person for 90 minutes of bottomless booze and a brunch dish of your choosing."

"The team here couldn’t decide which of these three desserts was their signature, so sent us a smashing pic of all of them instead. We don’t mind, it’s all cake. You’ll see here the pineapple cake, a vanilla sponge with caramelised pineapple topping, coconut buttercream and pumpkin seed crumb served with coconut ice cream."