Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Hoghton

"As I mentioned just before, Manchester Cathedral is located in the city centre, so you don’t have to walk far. Actually, most of the photo locations in Manchester are located very close to each other, so at no point, you have to walk for more than 20-25 minutes. However, there are free buses in Manchester, so if it rains, you can definitely hop on one and head to Manchester Cathedral."

"Dating back to 1215, Manchester Cathedral offers a welcome break from the hustle and bustle of the city. The official name is actually “The Cathedral and Collegiate Church of St Mary, St Denys and St George” and is one amazing sight that needs to be seen in the city. It’s well worth a wander around to see the gorgeous architecture, especially as it has been so well preserved."

"Opened in 1972, the zoo features over 1,500 animals in its premises ranging from exotic orangutans from Borneo to giraffes from the savannas of Africa. The various parts of the animal kingdom are a walking distance from each other in the park with several exhibits such as the elephant and reptile house, Gorilla Mountain and much more. Also, you must visit the Lemur Wood, the zoo’s first walk-through enclosure, and experience the cute lemurs up close and personal."

"This popular zoo is among the favourite things to do in Blackpool with kids, where animal experiences include ‘Junior Keeper for the Day’, ‘Big Cat Encounter’ and ‘Feed a Giraffe’. There are also talks and exhibits so the kids can learn about the animals diet, habitat and the importance or preserving the natural world. After meeting all the animals, let the kids blow off some steam at one of the indoor or outdoor play areas."

"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."

"For those tired out by the endless entertainment Blackpool has to offer, Stanley Park – the town’s major park – is the perfect spot to spend a more sedate day. Relax in the sunshine under the lush green canopies while admiring the exceptional landscaped design and rare wildlife of the park. The area is also home to sports centres, golf courses, a cricket ground, boat hire, an art deco cafe, a skate park and crazy golf."

"0 km from city center 7 out of 10 places to visit in Blackpool. To escape from the busy and hectic urban life, one can pay a visit to the Stanley Park in Blackpool. With a wide range of activities like golf, cricket, lake, restaurant, etc, the park is a perfect place to seek peace."

"Found right on the promenade, Blackpool's Sealife is home to over 2000 marine creatures showcased in more than 50 different displays. Visitors can discover a variety of exotic species including tropical sharks, colourful reef fish, octopus, rays and sea horses, learning about the magic of the world's oceans, the wonders of the British shoreline, the tropical deep and jungle habitats in the dedicated creature zones. Get a close up look via the specially-constructed bubble windows and walk through tunnels."

"For nature lovers, Sea Life Blackpool offers an opportunity to dive into the world of underwater wildlife. Not far from the central pier, it is home to more than 2,000 different sea creatures, including rare tropical fish, rays, octopus and even sharks. The centre also carries out vital conservation work to protect the outstanding aquatic life of the local area."

"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?"

"The owners of Monolos were frustrated at the lack of eateries which truly catered to children and parents, so they created this unique “restaurant and playhouse “ which serves crowd-pleasing American food such as burgers, steaks and milkshakes, alongside a large soft play area. You can relax knowing that children of all ages will be entertained, whilst you enjoy your food and let them come and go as they please- they will return to the table to eat when they have tired themselves out!. This place has to be on our list of child friendly restaurants in Manchester."

"The team at Funky Food in Birkdale consider themselves to be 'vegan and gluten-free specialists'. Their Facebook page says "We can cater for any needs including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, lactose-intolerant, diabetic, low-sugar and sugar free."

"But this gurudwara is both a spiritual place and a learning center for Sikhs and their children. The gurudwara offers religious programs every day. In addition to this, they also conduct some educational programs for the young and the old."

"Thrill seekers looking for something to get the adrenaline pumping should pay a visit to Pleasureland. You can watch our video of Southport Pleasureland's Stealth Bomber and see what you could be letting yourself in for. But, the theme park has rides for kids of all ages and the whole family will be able to enjoy."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Bob Linsdell used under CC BY 3.0. Keeping with funfairs, Southport Pleasureland is loads of fun. The park has numerous rides to suit all ages."

"Dress up as a Victorian, visit several rooms, have lunch in the café, or take part in a guided tour. A really fun way to learn about Victorian and Mancunian history. Highly recommended for children, book, music and history lovers."

"Housed in a beautiful building with wrought-iron staircases, this splendid collection includes pieces by luminaries such as Valentin Serov, Ilya Repin and Vasily Tropinin, as well as a good sampling of socialist realism, 14th-to-18th-century icons and European old masters. You’ll also find portraits of Princess Maria Tenisheva, who created the Flyonovo estate outside town. There are some English captions throughout."

"In the heart of the city centre, just off St Peters Sqaure, you can find one of the country's finest art collections in spectacular Victorian and contemporary surroundings. Highlights include outstanding pre-Raphaelite paintings, craft and design and early 20th century British art."

"We really wanted to visit the waxworks but weren’t expecting to stay long as we thought the kids would be bored, especially as they were quite young."

"National Football Museum, Urbis Building, Cathedral Gardens, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M4 3BG - Visit now. Learn all about the history of the beautiful game in the world’s largest football museum with optional Football Plus experiences to put your penalty shootout skills to the test. The clever folk at the museum even help pocket money budgets go further with free weekly Match Attax swopsies sessions."

"National Football Museum, Urbis Building, Cathedral Gardens, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M4 3BG - Visit now. The National Football Museum attracted 100,000 visitors in the first six weeks of opening. It continues to be hugely popular – expect football-related displays and exhibitions, a café and an extensive shop."

"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…"