Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Tockholes

"Although there has been a parish church building on this site since the late Anglo Saxon or Early Norman period, the cathedral we see today looks nothing like the building that would have stood there all those years ago. The cathedral has been modified over the years after structural damage caused by the Civil War, damage caused by a German bomb during the Manchester Blitz in the second World War and further damage caused by the IRA bomb of 1996. In the thirteenth century a stone parish church was constructed in the parish that was to become Manchester, serving people in a 60 mile radius."

"This church built in the Gothic style is a very pretty sight to see in Manchester. One of the oldest buildings in the city, it is also a historic site. The stunning design of the rustic building is reason enough to visit it but the interiors are equally beautiful and are sure to transport you back in time."

"As industrial as the city may be, even Manchester needs a few beautiful churches. Possibly the most impressive of them all is Manchester Cathedral. Over five hundred years old, the building is as beautiful on the inside as it is on the outside."

"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 impressive 32-acre zoo is just a couple of miles away from Blackpool’s promenade. It’s home to over 1,350 animals from all over the world, so definitely one for animal lovers. You can enjoy an animal experience and get up close to your favourite species or watch the animals being fed."

"This beautiful park opened up in 1926 {which was news to me!. } and it has everything from an iconic bandstand, a beautiful boating lake and Italian style gardens. My kids and I love nothing more than a good old-fashioned picnic under the shade of the trees in Stanley Park, especially on a good day!"

"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."

"We spent nearly 2 hours at the Sea life Centre in Blackpool with 3 children age 7, 6 and 5. We had passes for all attractions and both Sea Life and Madame Tussauds were big hits with the kids. We have visited a few sea life centres and found this one was one of the best."

"1 km from city center 4 out of 10 places to visit in Blackpool. Close to the tower is the Sea Life Centre in Blackpool which is famous for its wide variety of marine life. It has the largest collection of sharks in Britain."

"The seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Salford is among the largest Catholic places of worship in the North of England. The diocese, one of the first to be founded in England since the Reformation 300 years earlier, was set up in 1850 while the building was completed in 1848. The architect was Matthew Ellison Hadfield, who designed several Roman Catholic churches in the mid-19th century, all in the Gothic Revival style."

"Nestled between Garstang Road, Sir Tom Finney Way and Blackpool Road, Moor Park's size is the first thing that comes to mind - as it is Preston's largest, and oldest park. Split into several areas, the park has a small observatory owned by the University of Central Lancashire, a bowling green, skate park and several fields. Over the years, Moor Park has played host to many music events hosting names such as Calvin Harris, David Guetta and Rihanna."

"24 flavours of ice cream, Knickerbockers, fresh fruit sundaes etc, home made cakes, freshly ground coffee, teas and soft drinks"

"About: Serving you sushi off the belt, Wasabi is brilliant for casual lunches, and you can even order online - which we do pretty often, as it goes!. Alongside all of your favourites from sea, Wasabi boasts an impressive menu of classic Japanese dishes including chicken katsu curry and seared beef soba noodles. Affordable and reliable, Wasabi is perfect for first timers and sushi connoisseurs alike."

"Wasabi is a sushi and noodle bar that offers an extensive menu that is authentically Japanese in taste and flavour. They have 2 restaurants in Manchester that are located in Chinatown and Printworks. Available for dine-in, collection and delivery, you can definitely try their delicious offerings at your own convenience."

"Just on the outskirts of Manchester, Sakura is an authentic Japanese restaurant with some fabulous decor. The place prides itself on its delicious sushi combinations and is well known for its easy-going all-you-can-eat buffet designed to reduce the stress of the traditional buffet. Guests simply order their food from an iPad at their table, which is then brought out to them as soon as its ready."

"Popular with students, this yakitori joint imbues a rather soulless unit off Oxford Road (the main university drag) with the warmth of Japanese comfort food ..."

"Serving quick, fresh East Asian cuisine, Tampopo is one of our favourite child friendly restaurants Manchester. There’s a kids menu featuring mild Thai curries, Japanese noodles and satay chicken skewers, and they will get special kids chopsticks for practising this skill too!. There are several branches of Tampopo in Manchester, some of which feature a kids play corner too."

"The seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Salford is among the largest Catholic places of worship in the North of England. The diocese, one of the first to be founded in England since the Reformation 300 years earlier, was set up in 1850 while the building was completed in 1848. The architect was Matthew Ellison Hadfield, who designed several Roman Catholic churches in the mid-19th century, all in the Gothic Revival style."

"The Pendle Heritage Centre sits right at the heart of Lancashire’s hill country beside an ancient crossing of Pendle water. The gallery and craft shop offer displays of work and exhibitions by professional crafts people and artists, while the museum contains a wealth of information about the history and development of the farmhouse."