Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Glossop

"Manchester Cathedral has been around since 1215, but has gone through multiple refurbishments. It’s not a massive cathedral but is a nice way to spend an hour or so. Entrance is free (although donations are encouraged)."

"Manchester’s magnificent Cathedral dates back to 1421 when a royal charter was granted by Henry V. Since then it has survived wars, bombings, the Reformation and more. Manchester Cathedral"

"Another great historic house with plenty to do in the grounds for kids, Temple Newsam is only around 15 minutes’ drive from Leeds city centre. The rare breed Home farm is a big hit with younger kids – and older ones, for that matter – with everything from the small and fluffy, including guinea pigs, to rarer farm animals, all set within the outbuildings and around the cobbled yard. There are some lovely walks around the grounds too, with nature trails and an adventure playground too."

"Temple Newsam, one of the romantic places to go in Leeds, is a historic site with vast grounds and gardens where you two can take a stroll. Take in its 500-year-deep history all recounted in its glorious 1,500-acres (607-hectares) mansion ground. The temple’s walls — where royalty once walked — are full of history."

"Another impressive country house close to the city centre, Temple Newsam may not have penguins, but its grounds are particularly lovely to walk around. Time your visit for spring to coincide with meeting the new born lambs and piglets at Home Farm. Temple Newsam | © Tim Green / Wikimedia"

"As Sheffield consists of over 61% green space, the city cannot be complete without a proper botanical garden. Displaying more than 5,000 different species of plants, the Sheffield Botanical Gardens span more than 19 acres (8ha) of land and were first opened in 1836. The gardens feature beautiful glass pavilions, as well as an old bear pit and a spectacular main gateway."

"Sheffield’s botanical gardens are based on Ecclesfield Road and were first opened in 1836. The gardens were designed by Robert Marnock, considered one of the great horticulturalists and garden designers of the nineteenth century. The botanical gardens consist of 19 acres of lawns, as well as the glass pavilions, which collectively host over 5,000 species of plants."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Paul Store used under CC BY-SA 2.0. The Sheffield Botanical Gardens span over 19 acres (7.6 hectares) and are home to over 5000 different species of plants. If you’re a lover of nature or want to expand your knowledge of plant biology, then look no further than these magnificent gardens."

"Endcliffe Park is 15 hectares of land in the south west corner of Sheffield. Listed on English Heritage's National Register of Historic Parks & Gardens, Endcliffe Park has both parkland and woodland to enjoy, as well as two ponds. The park was opened in 1887 to commemorate the Jubilee of Queen Victoria and, as such, you can see two monuments in the park dedicated to the Queen - a statue and an obelisk."

"Just down the road from the aforementioned Botanical Gardens,is Endcliffe Park. Located on Hunters Bar roundabout and the start of the Sheffield Walk Endcliffe Park has it all. There is a small amount of parking nearby, and plenty of street parking."

"Sheffield Fire and Police Museum, renamed as the National Emergency Services Museum since January 2014, is a museum in Sheffield showcases a collection of, you guessed it, props of emergency services. Said to be one of Sheffield’s hidden marvels, the museum boasts a vast collection of the place’s rich history of fire and police services. The vast building gives accurate historic des...Read more"

"A post shared by Amanda Hope-Appleby (@amandahopeappleby) on Sep 10, 2017 at 7:44am PDT. This beautiful heritage attraction is the last remains of what was once the Great Sheffield Deer Park. It is home to the ruins of a grand Tudor mansion (where Mary Queen of Scots was imprisoned for 14 years), a working farm, and 1940s cottages, which recreate life on the eve of the Sheffield Blitz."

"Turret House open Sundays and bank holidays 10:30am–4pm in spring/summer. Open mid-week for craft sessions during Sheffield school holidays, and at other times for special events"

"Affectionately called the Theatre of Deams, Old Trafford is home to the world famous Manchester United Football Club. It's home to many of the red's matches throughout the football season, as well as the official Megastore. Stadium tours also take place regularly which anyone can book on to."

"Old Trafford is a football stadium in Old Trafford, Greater Manchester, England, and the home of Manchester United. Old Trafford is situated 1 km south of Lowry Outlet Shopping. Photo: Steve Collis, CC BY 2.0."

"The Old Workshop, a new addition to the Kelham Ale Trail, is strictly a craft beer only pub. Boasting an insightful collection of ever-changing ales, choose from their 7 drafts or 25 bottles. Location: 10 Hicks Street"

"The Old Workshop is a cosy, fantastic looking little bar not far from popular Peddler Market. A great selection of beers and a laid back atmosphere. They’re also the new home of Make No Bones vegan food."

"On the corner of Port Street and Tib Street in the heart of the Northern Quarter, Crown and Anchor has made the decision to reopen for walk-ins at its newly-refurbished outdoor seating area. You can find menus, opening times and more information on the website here."

"This historic square is home to four main pubs and bars: The Crown & Anchor, The Old Wellington Inn, Sinclairs Oyster Bar and The Mitre Hotel. It’s a great place to have a pitstop!"

"Sheaf View is a ‘proper’ pub with a great range of beers, friendly locals and a beer garden to be enjoyed in the sunshine. Soak up that beer with their big bags of crisps. Beer garden available"

"It gives me real 60s vibes with the dessert booths, an absolute plethora of ice cream choices, plus so much more from waffles to crepes, cookie dough to delicious cake choices. Wash it all down with creamy rich milkshakes or a nostalgic coke float and you’ll be in an absolute bliss. It can get pretty busy, so give yourself plenty of time to take everything in."

"From banana splits to cones and strawberry sundaes, there's something for everyone here. With waffles and cake, Sundaes Gelato can also be found in Birmingham and Oxford. Customers are in particularly in love with the doughnuts and waffles."

"An abundance of choice in flavour is available to have in a cone, on waffles, or on a cake of your own choosing. If you ever head to gelato passion, make sure you try out their peanut butter cake with raspberry sorbet. Kind of like a PB&J sandwich deconstructed into ice cream!"

"Serving industrial chic in a rustic riverside space, The Dockyard is all about craft beers and artisan pies. Interiors reflect the city's history; from the exposed beam to the exposed walls, though plush seating and modern fittings make this a contemporary pick."

"The Dockyard is a rustic ale house, offering a relaxed style of dining and an unrivalled selection of craft ales, beers and ciders from all over the world."

"A nice selection of well chosen beers, but it’s the Whiskey you need to look out for if you’re in the market for something stronger."