Best Nature and Parks (RV, National, Dog, etc) in Whitley

"Historic Calderstones Park is set in 126-acres of lush woodland, offering the perfect expanse of green and leafy goodness, including the 1000 year-old, Allerton Oak tree. Enjoy exploring the beautiful Japanese and Old English botanical gardens, and while you’re visiting, you can grab a coffee, snacks and ice cream from recently re-opened Reader Café between 12pm-5pm. Further details here"

"Calderstones Park is a family park sprawling in a 94-acre wide area. A fusion of woodland, lake and fields, this is certainly one of the best places that the whole family can enjoy for different scenery and activities. Part of this park is a wonderful Japanese garden and old English gardens that would definitely provide you with both the eastern and western vibe."

"Founded in 1917, this large green space - part botanical garden and part wildlife habitat - is an engaging contrast to the busy city center. There are numerous walking trails on the property, as well as regular guided "health" walks. Popular things to do here include enjoying a stroll or picnic, or opting for more strenuous activities, such as tennis, rugby, or football."

"Showcasing all things space and sci-fi is Spaceport, right along the Mersey. Explore the wonders of the night sky and the science behind the stars in the observatory, before immersing yourself in Spaceport’s 360 ° dome theatre. For those with a sense of wanderlust, take a step into science fiction and witness one of the largest sci-fi collections in the UK, or blast off into action in Spaceport’s Starcoaster."

"Escape the city and journey into space on a visit to Liverpool’s Spaceport science center. Explore the universe via interactive displays, take a ride on Explorer 1, and marvel at the mysteries of the cosmos in the planetarium on a family-friendly day out."

"Prestwich Forest Park consists of four smaller parks which make up 200 acres of woodlands: Philips Park, Drinkwater Park, Waterdale, and Prestwich. These parks can be heavily wooded (particularly Drinkwater), so it’s a beautiful place to spend a day away from the noise of town. Exploring the woods can be an enlightening experience, so long as you take care while wandering amongst the broad-leaved trees."

"Lunt Meadows Nature Reserve is a place brimming in an abundance of the many wildlife that you can find in this area. A nature reserve consisted of wetlands and tillable land, this is certainly the best place to be closer to nature with the thriving population of different birds and water voles. From spot marsh harriers, barn owls, sparrowhawks and peregrine falcons, as well as, lapwings, redshank, dunlin and oystercatchers you would certainly feel amazed exploring the place and the wildlife known in the area."

"Nestling alongside the River Alt, Lunt Village is home to this peaceful haven of wildlife and tranquility. You’ll find an assortment of inhabitants at this bird-watching site; from water birds to barn owls, geese and kestrels, as you make your way around signposted paths at this wonderful wetland nature reserve. Further details here"

"A post shared by Miš Lov (@mish_lov) on Jul 16, 2018 at 8:07am PDT. Lunt Meadows is a little-explored, quiet wetland reserve perfect for kids, walkers, and twitchers. There’s even a chance to explore an active archegonial site, woodlands, and go for a stroll along the banks of the River Alt."

"This adorable Green Flag garden is the vestige of an estate founded in South Warrington in the 1830s. The house was occupied by three generations of the Parr family, but was demolished in 1970 after years of neglect. In spite of the disuse, the walled garden survived and is now as beautiful as ever, with three ponds, herbaceous borders, fruit espaliers and vegetable plots."

"Historic kitchen & pleasure gardens with ponds, paved pathways & a Victorian greenhouse. Address : Witherwin Avenue Grappenhall, South Warrington WA4 3DS, United Kingdom"

"This 121-acre park was opened in 1868 and part of a set of Victorian public parks in Liverpool including Sefton Park and Stanley Park (mentioned above!). If you have a permit, you could even try a spot of fishing in the lake, how cool is that!. There’s a sports hub area for skateboarders, BMX, and scooter riders, as well as a playground if you want to relive your childhood."

"Located on Seel Street in the heart of Liverpool’s alternative nightlife scene, Salt Dog Slim’s is a retro eatery by day and a drinking mecca by night, ideal for a groom looking to indulge in some quality drinks and alternative tunes on his Liverpool stag weekend. Famed for their range of American steins and brines, this bar is an emporium for world beers and cocktails. » Read more about: Salt Dog Slim’s  »"

"Born out of many European getaays and visits to New York, the mixologists a Salt Dog Slims have created an experience which winks at German camaraderie whilst draping itself in an American flag and parades around in Scouse nipple tassels. The beers come by the stein and after a few of them, you might not want to ever leave."

"From tallest to smallest with a modest outpost on Oxford Road. Big Hands is an important part of the roof terrace ecosystem providing a rough and ready alternative to all that shiny metal and glass. Perhaps more known for providing the backdrop to messy, ill-remembered afterparties with whichever indie band has recently rolled into town, if you want to get drunk in the sun, with a spot of up-cycled wood and plastic sheeting for when it buckets down, there are worse places to be."

"Big Hands, 296 Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M13 9NS. You’ll probably spot Big Hands’ roof terrace a few minutes before arrival, with a huge advertising billboard on its back wall, and tall leafy plants camouflaging the seating area. This is shabby chic at its finest – white plastic seating with eclectic plant pots at every step."

"You won't have far-reaching views from Big Hands, nor will you have any award-winning interior design, but you will find bags of charm and character. You can go around the world in lagers and pilsners and sit up on the rooftop on this Oxford Road original. It's always a favourite for a pre- or post-gig pint, if you remember those."

"Found in the stone-clad Walker House, El Gato Negro is a Spanish tapas restaurant that is brimming with style. We love the cosy wooden interior draped with trailing ivy almost as much as we love the pretty patio area complete with cascading flower boxes. Bottomless brunch at El Gato Negro - or should we say Tipsy Tapas - is £35 per person and you can enjoy three tapas dishes along with bottomless larger, wine, fizz or bellinis."

"A fabled tapas restaurant from chef Simon Shaw, El Gato Negro is sorting hungry scousers out with a tasty array of Spanish plates. The Chapel Street eatery has earned Michelin acclaim for its dishes, which include salt cod fritters, jamon croquetas and chargrilled sweet potato with a mango, chilli and yoghurt sauce."

"El Gato Negro at Exchange Flags are serving tapas dishes out on their terrace, perfect for some lunch in the sun. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by El Gato Negro Tapas, Liverpool (@elgatonegroliv)"

"I've only recently visited here even though it's not too far away in the car. There are some nice nature shots here, and with the centre being home to a range of different flowers, there are many different colours available to shoot. I think the best time to visit may be in the spring to capture the colours in the best light."

"Boggart Hole Clough is an old park with several wooded ravines, valleys, and gullies. The name is said to have come from local superstitions that the area was haunted by a Boggart. There’s an ongoing debate about whether this is a real folk tale, or just a fabrication."

"The Walker Art Gallery boasts a rich collection of works by Italian, Flemish, and French Masters from the 14th century to the present. These include masterpieces by Rubens, Rembrandt, and Rodin. Its display of English painting and sculpture, particularly of the 18th to 20th centuries, is unrivaled outside London and features works by Gainsborough, Hogarth, and Moore."

"Photo credit: www.flickr.com/photos/arthurjohnpicton/4469867089/. Boasting a large collection of pieces by Italian, Flemish, and French Masters from the 14th century to the present day. The Walker Art Gallery is a must-visit for any art lover."

"Providing an ambitious programme of exhibitions since 2006, as well as affordable studio and project spaces, this is the city's most exciting artist-led space. The gallery is a magnet for promising and emerging contemporary artists and curators; boasting past exhibitors Jamie Shovlin, Pil and Galia and Laura Buckley, plus collaborations with establishments ranging from Tate Modern to Blackpool's Supercollider. In a business park at the edge of the city centre, this place may feel somewhat off the beaten track, but persevere; it also means that artists get large and affordable workspaces, making The Royal Standard a much-needed nurturing ground for independent and innovative art events, talks, pop-up galleries and collaborative projects."

"The Royal Standard is an artist-led gallery studio and workshop that supports over 45 artists and provide them with a good avenue to explore their craft and share their talent with other people. By delivering regular exhibitions, events and training, they aim to support further all emerging talents and help them to continuously enhance their skills. Through different commissioned works, auction and sales, they help all artists showcase their work for people who would want to purchase their art."

"Working with 45 artists, The Royal Standard is an artist-led gallery, studio complex, and registered charity. Its main aim is to offer opportunities for recent graduates and emerging artists and provide affordable studio space, free public exhibitions, events, and training. There are officially five project spaces, but the venue mainly focused on creating a dynamic hub for contemporary art within Northern Lights in the Baltic area of Liverpool."