Best Museums in Stretton

"This free to visit museum is one to add to your Manchester itinerary if you have kids that love art and art history. There’s plenty to learn about the city’s artists and culture. Families with younger children should make a beeline for the Clore Art Studio, which is an interactive space developed by artists."

"While not a museum per se, Manchester Art Gallery is home to exhibitions focusing on the development of the arts over time and eras of history. If you are a fashion lover, this should definitely be one of your sightseeing stops, as they usually host at least one exhibition connected to fashion."

"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."

"In 2001, the National Football Museum was transferred from Preston to Manchester. The museum has over 140,000 football artefacts such as boots, programmes, paintings and balls. To visit the primary exhibition, you will not pay anything."

"Discover Liverpool’s status as a British port city at the Merseyside Maritime Museum. Its three exhibition floors reveal the city’s nautical history, from its role in both World Wars to its darker past as a slaving port, as well as waterfront views of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Royal Albert Dock and its industrial architecture."

"1 km from city center 10 out of 10 places to visit in Liverpool. The Merseyside Maritime Museum is a famous museum based in the city of Liverpool is Merseyside, UK. It is one of the National Museums of Liverpool and an anchor point for ERIH. The seafaring heritage is brought alive within this museum."

"The fascinating Merseyside Maritime Museum traces the history and development of the city of Liverpool as a major port. The museum houses a range of collections, from an exhibition on the tragic and…"

"Liverpool is famous for its art collections and Tate Liverpool is one of its most well-known galleries. Tate Liverpool features work from the Tate Collection which showcases British art from the 16th century to the present. Tate Liverpool specialises in contemporary and modern art."

"As well as the Beatles Story, you’ll also find the Merseyside Maritime Museum, the Tate Liverpool, and the International Slavery Museum. Finally, football fans might want to take a stadium tour of Anfield – the home of Liverpool FC."

"Opened in 2011, the Museum of Liverpool celebrates the city's unique geography, history, and culture using displays related to the port and its people. Collections include period costumes and decorative art, as well as objects representing the city's social and urban history, along with oral testimonies, archaeological material, and photos. The museum is also home to the famous Lion steam engine, built in 1838 and star of the film The Titfield Thunderbolt."

"Having opened in 2011, The Museum of Liverpool is one of the youngest in the city. Devoted to the history of the city it is the world's first national museum to be dedicated to a regional city. From exhibitions on The Beatles to the secret life of Pembroke Place, this museum is perfect is you are looking to learn much more about the city you are staying in."

"Another museum and one that is large in size and with the number of artifacts and history housed within it. The Museum of Liverpool is the world’s first museum dedicated to the city it resides in. This museum features history and back catalogues of information surrounding Liverpool."

"Organised by the Ashmolean Museum, which holds a world class collection of over 200 prints made by Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn, it will present the artist as an unrivalled storyteller through a selection of around 50 outstanding prints, dating from 1630 to the late 1650s. Widely hailed as the greatest painter of the Dutch Golden Age, Rembrandt was also one of the most innovative and experimental printmakers of the 17th century, and the works displayed at the Lady Lever will cover a varied selection of subjects including intense self-portraits, atmospheric landscapes, intimate family portraits, biblical stories and confronting nude studies. June 1 to September 15, 2019"

"Opened in 1922, the Lady Lever Art Gallery is located on the Wirral and is one of the National Museums of Liverpool. It is regarded as one of the finest art galleries in Europe and is home to a collection of items and paintings."

"Located in the beautiful area of St George’s Quarter, the Walker Art Gallery houses one of the largest art collections outside of London. As another place to visit with free entry in Liverpool, this is a mecca of all things paintings, decorative arts, and sculptures. In the gallery, you’ll find incredible pieces from classic Monet to 20th-century modern art and even contemporary art."

"The Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool showcases a range of exhibits, artwork, and items from Leonardo da Vinci exhibitions to over 10,000 items of clothing dating from the 1700s to present day. Explore some of the Pre-Raphaelites paintings which are some of the best in the world. This museum is also free entry, so don't miss out."

"1 km from city center 5 out of 10 places to visit in Liverpool. The Walker Art Gallery is one of the best art galleries in UK and it was opened in 1877. It exhibits a collection of national as well as international art and now it has a large part of Italian Renaissance collection."

"The municipal museum was founded in 1848 and moved into its purpose-built Neoclassical home in 1857. This is one of the UK’s oldest town museums and the building has kept its original character. As with the best municipal museums, the collection is a big jumble of local industrial artefacts, Egyptology, Roman archaeology, coins, ethnographic displays, items from the Civil War and zoological and botanical specimens."

"A gallery, shop and café, Output showcases artists based in the Merseyside region. Check out the range of exhibitions and events, including Culture Club, a weekly meet-up for people to discuss various topics including films, music, TV, art, podcasts, fashion and more. Opening times: 11:00-6:00 32 Seel Street, Liverpool, L1 4BE 12 minute walk from LJMU Mount Pleasant Campus and is a 18 minute walk from LJMU City Campus."

"Coucou Canard has also made the move from Grand Central Food Bazaar. The restaurant already has a reputation for tasty breakfasts and is looking to continue on its mission to focus on simple foods. The new restaurant is French-inspired, utilising simple recipes and using seasonal and locally sourced produce."

"Whatever the time of day, we have a dish to suit your mood; from steak frites and boeuf bourguignon to a selection of croques, baguettes and vegan options too – all on our menu of classic French food with a contemporary twist.” They offer breakfast and brunch dishes such as the Grande Breakfast (two free-range eggs, two Cumberland sausages, sweet cure bacon, beans, mushroom, tomato, black pudding, sautéed potatoes and sourdough toast), Pancakes (three warm pancakes topped with your choice of sweet cure bacon, banana and maple syrup, or fresh strawberries, raspberries, blueberries and pineapple with fruit compot, and French Toast (two slices of sweet brioche bread topped with your choice of sweet cure bacon, banana and maple syrup, chocolate sauce, banana and hazelnuts or fresh seasonal fruit, honey and vanilla crème fraîche)."

"22/05/2021: Good service received for our family shopping which included lunch in cafe rouge after some much needed retail therapy. 20/05/2021: Fantastic food, served by Heather. Was a wonderful evening."

"Set in the iconic Midland Hotel, the cosy booths, stylish décor and relaxed atmosphere of The French by Simon Rogan makes for an opulent date night. Worthy of any special occasion, quality food is at the heart of this operation with meticulously crafted tasting menus. The French’s absent Michelin star is well documented, but the infamous missing star isn’t all bad - diners can experience Michelin standard food without the waiting lists and price tag."

"The Midland Hotel, 16 Peter Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 2DS. Adam Reid has kept The French at the top of Manchester’s restaurant tree for many years, and while the grand dining room is opulent, the vibe feels less formal and the food continues to impress."

"at The Chester Grosvenor is a multi-award winning fine-dining gem that also has four AA rosettes. A dining experience you are sure to remember, Simon Radley offers an elegant and sophisticated interior perfect for celebrating a special occasion. While the menus change frequently to offer on the best ingredients available, the sample menu featuring items such as loup de mer, which is line-caught sea bass with burnt cauliflower, sweet clams, smokey citrus and fennel, and the venison with cocoa noodle, liver ganache, game saveloy and Alsace rashers will give you an idea of what will be in store for you."

"The Academy Restaurant is a hidden gem for tourists in Liverpool. The staff prepare amazing British and European food in mouth-watering flavours. They also serve a nice selection of wine and beer."

"In the heart of Chorlton is another coffee shop possessing nothing but exceptional customer service, and customers that visit and certainly return!. With a hint of spanish flavours, and smiles all around, this place couldn’t be more perfect for your brunch and coffee. With a high reputation of providing nothing but the best coffee in Chorlton, this has to be added to your list of places to visit asap!"

"Located in the Baltic area, Chapters Of Us is a coffee shop, bar and low waste eatery with a whole range of seating. They sell coffee from local roastery, Neighbourhood, natural wines from Bunch, rotating craft beers, cocktails, boozeless cocktails and local kombucha."

"Lovers of sweet starts to the day, you didn’t think we’d forget about you did we?. Siren, located in the Baltic Triangle are masters of breakfast and their waffles are quite incredible. There’s chocolate chips, marshmallows, syrups and even some healthy berries."