Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Cottam

"Standing proud since 1421 when Henry V signed a royal charter granting permission for a collegiate church to be built, the iconic Manchester Cathedral has survived world wars, bombings and the industrial revolution first hand. Admire the beautiful stained glass windows and carved ceilings as you wander around the building and listen to the sound of choristers and jazz that is often playing. If you want to learn more about the building there are guided tours every day at 11 am and 2 pm Monday to Saturday."

"Manchester Cathedral has undergone extensive restoration works, both in the Victorian era and in recent years, following damage from the 1996 IRA bombing of the city centre. The cathedral has existed in some form on the site since medieval times, and holds artifacts that date back to Manchester’s existence as a Saxon settlement. The main body of this Gothic cathedral was originally constructed in the late 15th century, overseen by church warden James Stanley."

"Perched on the banks of the River Irwell, Manchester Cathedral - officially the Cathedral and Collegiate Church of St. Mary, St. Denys, and St. George - dates mostly from 1422 to 1506 and was raised to cathedral status in 1847. Particularly attractive are its chapels on both sides of the nave and choir. It was built between 1486 and 1508 with further additions and alterations in almost every subsequent century."

"The resort’s zoo is in 32 acres of English parkland, just a couple of miles in from Blackpool Tower. Blackpool Zoo opened in 1972 and rolls out new exhibits every few years. The latest, Project Elephant, is also the largest investment in the zoo’s 45-year history, featuring the largest indoor elephant hall in the UK."

"Get up close with the animals at the award-winning Blackpool Zoo!. Recipient of multiple awards, Blackpool zoo makes an excellent day out for the entire family. It’s also one of the best things to do in Blackpool all year round."

"2 km from city center 6 out of 10 places to visit in Blackpool. Spread over 32 acres, Blackpool zoo is home to over 1500 different species of animals that include tigers, lions, gorillas and elephants."

"The Grade II listed Stanley Park is certainly Blackpool’s most popular green space, dating back to 1926. That is to say it has everything a family could wish for –  scenic walks around ornamental gardens, natural woodland and lakes, boat hire, tennis courts and football pitches. The park also boasts a number of unique architectural features such as the Cocker Memorial Clock Tower and Art Deco Cafe, which serves delicious lunches."

"Once you’re done revelling in the madness that is Pleasure Beach and have yourself scared out of your wits in the Blackpool Tower Dungeon, you’ll need a place to relax, right?. That’s where Blackpool’s famous Stanley Park comes in. Stanley Park is a Grade 2 listed park in the heart of Blackpool, and it is a Green Flag award winning green space."

"Sea Life Blackpool is the biggest underwater creature exhibit in the city. It is a spectacular aquarium, with over 50 dazzling displays and more than 2,000 incredible creatures from the great depths of the ocean. A stone’s throw from the Central Pier on Blackpool promenade, it has a wide range of ocean life, like tropical sharks, reed fish, octopus, rays and sea horses, to name just a few...Read more"

"The Sealife Centre is always a fun attraction to visit with the kids and the Sealife Centre in Blackpool is loads of fun. We pop by every time we’re visiting Blackpool and last year, my teenage daughter even got a VIP Shark Keeper experience for her birthday. It was the most amazing experience and one that we can both highly recommend."

"Children will love Sea Life Blackpool – a big aquarium and home to over 2,000 creatures, many of which are rare and endangered. Meet a huge array of sea life, from the tiny seahorse to colourful jellyfish, sharks, turtles and graceful rays. Are your children interested in being a vet or marine biologist?"

"Although it may feel a million miles away from Blackpool’s bustling Promenade, the beautiful and tranquil nature reserve at Marton Mere is just a 20-minute drive from the town centre. A lovely place for all the family to visit, the reserve is free to enter and open all year round. The terrain is flat and features open water habitats, reed beds, and grassland."

"The oldest and longest of Blackpool’s three piers, the North Pier is from 1863 and juts out for half a kilometre. It is the only pier of the three to have English Heritage listed status, and like its neighbours to the south the North Pier has survived storms, fires and crashes with boats over the last 160 years. The pier was intended to have a genteel ambience, charging visitors for entry until the 2000s and boasting some beautiful Victorian details like a wrought iron canopy in the Carousel bar at the pier-head."

"North Pier is the oldest and longest of Blackpool’s three World famous piers offers a mix of traditional family fun, top live entertainment and the best venue for parties!. The success of Blackpool’s first pier, North Pier prompted the formation of the South Pier now known as Central Pier, Opened on 30 May 1868, today it is jam-packed with rides, stalls, entertainment and of course the Big Wheel."

"The oldest and longest of Blackpool’s three piers, North Pier was completed in 1863 to the designs of Eugenius Birch. Cast iron screw piles and columns support iron girders and a 1,070ft long wooden deck jutting out into the Irish Sea. Attractions include bars, theatre, carousel and shops."

"On selected dates throughout the year, the amazing and fun Brunch with Birch runs in Manchester, so if you’re looking for a cracking bottomless brunch in Manchester, then check to see if this one is running this week!. It’s hosted by alien drag icon Juno Birch and has appearances from other UK drag stars, so you’re in for a great time with this one. For £43.95pp you get over four hours of partying, sharing chips and dip, a brunch dish of choice, performances and games, and ninety minutes of bottomless bubbles!"

"02/06/2021: Great friendly service, perfect varied selection of breakfast and brunch options and outstanding quality of food. I’d go as far as to say it was one of the nicest breakfasts we’ve ever had out!. 30/05/2021: I can’t recommend Heritage Coffee Shop enough!"