Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Wrightington

"Dating back to the 15th century, the Manchester Cathedral has experienced quite a bit of history! After Henry VIII broke away from the Roman Catholic Church, the Cathedral's riches were confiscated. During the English Civil war in the mid 17th century, pitched battles were fought inside and around the Cathedral between the Royalists (those supporting Charles I, the Stewarts, and the Anglican Church) and the Roundheads (Oliver Cromwell loyalists). Also Ann Lee, the founder of the religious movement called the Shakers interrupted services here when she lived in Manchester. The church was targeted by the Nazi Luftwaffe and received a direct head during the bombings of 1940. Yet through all this the Church maintains it's quiet dignity and beauty. It is a must see while in Manchester!"

"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."

"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."

"Just off the M55, Blackpool Zoo is home to over 1000 animals, birds and reptiles reside in a scenic 32 acre park with mature trees, lakes and spacious lawns. The animal park has a wide range of exotic and wild animals, including orangutans, gorillas, elephants, big cats, giraffes, zebras and more. Aspiring paleontologists will be right at home in the Dinosaur Safari, you can get a close look at kangaroos and wallabies in the Walkabout walkthrough exhibit, and hug cute and cuddly creatures in the Children's Farm."

"Quick facts: 32 acres, 1500 animals, and lot of up close and personal activities. Primary Exhibits of the Zoo Include:. The Elephant and the Reptile House – pachyderms, caymans, anacondas, piranhas, rattlesnakes and poison dart frogs Gorilla mountain – 5 big apes Lemur Wood – ring-tailed, red-ruffed and red-fronted Active Oceans – sea lions and penguins Big Cats – ...Read more"

"Living in Northern Ireland, we only really know our local Belfast Zoo. But Blackpool Zoo is so much better {sorry Belfast!. } – better still, it’s all on flat ground!"

"A respite from Blackpool’s glossy entertainment and arcades, the resort’s largest park is in 260 acres, a mile east of the promenade. The man behind the park’s design in the 1920s was the landscape architect Thomas Mawson, and he was responsible for a couple of the buildings. The most striking is the cafe, in an Art Deco style and overlooking the Italian Garden, adorned with statues (see the two Medici lions) and a beautiful marble fountain."

"Blackpool’s beautiful Stanley Park is on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens of special historic interest in England and is Grade II listed. It attracts 2 million visitors every year and was recently voted the UK’s best park for the second time in 3 years. When you visit, it is easy to see why!"

"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!"

"Showcasing more than 50 dazzling displays and more than 2,000 spectacular aquatic creatures including tropical sharks, colourful reef fish, octopus, rays and sea horses, SEA LIFE Blackpool is the perfect way to experience the wonders of underwater life without getting wet!"

"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."

"Dog-friendly cafe The Wagging Tail in Churchtown not only provides beer and popcorn for dogs, but also serves a range of meals, cakes and drinks, including those suitable for vegans and coeliacs. There's even GF and vegan Afternoon Tea"

"Modern restaurant with exposed bricks and bright furniture, for a menu of tapas, pasta and pizza. Address: 11B Winckley St, Preston PR1 2AA, UK. Phone: 01772 558 989"

"Been there many times with work colleagues. Good food, good service and always a good atmosphere...."by Fatom Paxta Bexfus on 24/02/2017"

"Their flavour selection was probably the best – unusual and rich, this had the second best flavour of all of the ones I tried but unfortunately the texture wasn’t too good – it was a little hard and icy. I was really impressed by this, though, and it was presented in an iced bowl which was a nice touch. 8.5/10 Bronze medal winner"

"In the middle of Manchester's Media City, Prezzo Manchester is perfectly located for views of Salford Quays. The restaurant has disabled toilets, disabled and step-free access, baby changing facilities, WiFi, alfresco dining and draught beer."

"From bubbling pizzas and amazing pasta to delicious desserts and refreshing ice creams, Prezzo have got all of the ingredients to make your dining experience extra special."

"If tapas tickles your fancy more than a fry-up, then La Bandera offer three authentic Spanish dishes and unlimited Cava for only £25 per person. Pick from patatas bravas, tortilla Española, cod fillets, croquetas, chorizo in rioja red wine and more!. With so much to choose, you’ll be grateful for the three plates!"

"Still looking for ways to mix up your typical Saturday brunches?. Then add a Spanish twist to your next brunch outing with a trip to La Bandera. If you consider yourself a fan of tapas, this is a restaurant to put on your list."