Best Nature and Wildlife Areas in Preston Brook

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Dan1980 used under CC BY 3.0. Photo is only for illustrative purposes. Sankey Valley Park is a wonderful location to blow those cobwebs away, get that heart rate up and partake in a brisk walk in Warrington’s most loved parkland."

"Excellent park for a decent length walk, plenty of wildlife along the way. There are many birds and a couple of foxes around dusk. There is also plenty of space and singing birds."

"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."

"Editor's Note: There's no photo available at the time of writing. Tucked away from Warrington’s main town centre, where you will find all your standard high street shops and some small independent boutiques too, you will find Woolston Park. A wonderful way to spend a Sunday morning or sunny weekday after work, Woolston Park is a much-loved spot by local people."

"Eastham Country Park is a 100 acres of woodland that is good for peaceful walks while having a one of a kind birdwatching adventure. Experience the abundance in birdlife and greeneries that this country park is offering. A perfect place for the family to have their quality time, kids and their parents would love to do the many activities offered in this place."

"The Trafford Ecology Park is tucked away in the industrial Trafford Park behind an oil depot and is a registered Biological Important site and a true oasis of wildlife. The park is spread across an area of eleven acres and is a true delight for a nature enthusiast."

"This 13th-century church about a mile north of Macclesfield is the fourth church on this site. But what’s unusual is that the third church is still here, out among Medieval yew trees. There’s a Norman Romanesque chapel in the churchyard, dating to the 12th century, with semi-circular door and window arches and weathered but visible tympanum relief and lozenge patterns in the archivolts."

"Built over nearly 500 years from the 11th to the 16th century, Chester Cathedral has traces of every Medieval English architectural style, from Norman Romanesque to Perpendicular Gothic. The oldest parts of the cathedral are in the north transept, which has a semi-circular Romanesque arch, while the northwest tower also has 11th-century origins. Here there’s a beautiful baptismal font, fashioned from black marble and dating to 1697."

"Chester Cathedral is a Church of England cathedral built on Anglo-Saxon foundations dating back to the year 907. Since then it has gradually been extended and rebuilt three times, the most lasting design from 1250 being what we see today. For the first 530 years it was known as Saint Werburgh's Abbey after the remains of the Saint it housed."

"One Plus Chinese Restaurant is an authentic and unique Chinese restaurant based in the heart of Manchester. Under One roof and over 3 levels, it offers three completely different restaurants offering something no other Chinese restaurant can offer. The basement level offers the Rice & Noodle Bar."

"42 Charles Street, Manchester M1 7DB EnglandChinese, Asian, SoupsLunch, Dinner, BrunchReservations, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service+44 161 273 2888http://www.oneplusrestaurant.co.uk/"

"Regulars of Ken's Kitchen takeaway on Brook Street say it has 'gorgeous food', with particular praise for the 'delicate' fried rice, spicy chips and hot boxes. Ken's Kitchen has a TripAdvisor rating of 3.5 out of 5 from customers, with cuisine ranging from from Hong Kong, Thai, Singapore and Malaysian styles. One reviewer wrote: "We would travel many extra miles to frequent here rather than our local!"

"For a caffeine boost in a stunning vintage setting, head to Lark Lane’s Freida Mo’s. The quaint little shop serves delicious coffee and tasty homemade cakes, alongside a wonderfully colourful collection of vintage clothing and homeware. A labour of love for owner Sally Ayres, Freida Mo’s is named after her grandmother and is an idyllic little hideaway on the hugely popular Lark Lane."

"Freida Mo’s, 33 Lark Lane, Liverpool, L17 8UW - Visit now. With such an upbeat, friendly atmosphere, Freida Mo’s is the kind of place that’ll make you wish you lived nearby so you could head over every day. This quirky cafe isn’t just one of the best locations on Lark Lane, it’s one of our favourite places in Liverpool, if not beyond."

"Freida Mo’s on Lark Lane has everything you could want from an independent shop. The quaint little store is not only a vintage boutique but a bakery too!. Spend some time looking through their vintage rails and then chill out with some hand made cakes and a cup of coffee."

"One of the nation’s favourite bakeries, Greggs offers a huge range of sandwiches, baguettes, pasties and bakery treats all in one store."