Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in Rufford

"Featuring sweeping views of the city and an equally mesmerising cocktail menu, 20 Stories’ serene sanctuary in the sky is the perfect place to unwind. Book a table on the rooftop garden terrace for 2 hours and expect a truly magical experience as you tuck into either the a la carte, brunch or terrace menu. If you’d like to visit for just drinks, seats are on a first come first served basis, with the door held once capacity has been met."

"If you want to push the boat out for a special occassion, 20 stories is the place to go. This glamorous rooftop restaurant and cocktail bar offers panoramic views of the city, and is reassuringly welcoming to families. Kids have their own menu featuring delicious dishes like ‘make your own’ Eton Mess."

"Available all week long, Bundobust’s pancake offering sees them put a sweet twist on the traditional dosa. These mango puree and rosewater rice pancakes are £5 and come served with shrikhand (a sweetened cardamom yoghurt), mango ras, pistachio, and pomegranate."

"You can eat for well under a tenner at Indian kitchen Bundobust. Located in the Northern Quarter, the restaurant is a veggie haven of spicy cooking; we recommend the masala dosa, a warming combination of soup and mini pancakes."

"Within the thriving sector of Spinningfields sits a top choice restaurant for delicious flavours and tantalising tastes. Tattu’s menu offers a modern spin on classic Chinese cuisine, with an impressive array of dishes to choose from. The restaurant itself has a mysterious feel with its low lighting and delicate decor."

"Tattu is a strikingly beautiful restaurant that takes you on a journey of Asian-inspired libations paired with daring dishes, perfect for those above-table food shots. Expect elegant food offerings of fresh seafood, dumplings and wagyu alongside colourful cocktails to wash it down."

"It goes without saying that a visit to Tattu should be on the agenda when you're in town. The menu is just as striking as the interiors, with authentic pan-Asian dishes alongside distinctive cocktails containing ingredients like sake and yuzu."

"Another special spot in Spinningfields suitable for both celebrations or just a boujee Tuesday – The Ivy’s roof terrace is stunningly decorated, with plus velvet furniture, fire pits for warmth and grand trees throughout setting a botanical theme for its brasserie offering. Most of the space is for diners, however, there’s a lovely bar within the terrace, too, where you can perch up for a drink or two. The Ivy, The Pavilion, Byrom St, M3 3HG."

"Located in the heart of Manchester, The Ivy Spinningfields only opened in November 2018, but is already a must-visit spot for anyone seeking a little glamour. The Brasserie serves modern British classics while the The Ivy Asia and Bar serves Asian-inspired cocktails and sharing dishes with entertainment and resident DJs. There are also three private dining rooms - The Dalton, The Geisha Room and The Skylight Terrace."

"For those who like their brunches with a touch of glamour and a sprinkle of special, Ivy in Spinngingfields should be top of your list. Head to the first floor brasserie which serves British dishes from 11am every weekend, encompassing all the classics, from smoked salmon through to asparagus and hollondaise."

"What: If you don’t have a holiday to Barcelona in the works, you can at least recreate part of the experience at Tast, which now has a streetside terrace where you can soak up the sunshine. Alongside all of the usual tapas fare here, such as ham croquetas and patatas bravas, you will also find ‘tastets’ (sharing plates which are bigger than tapas but smaller than main dishes) - tuck into the likes of duck egg with baby squid and tartare sauce. Where: 20-22 King Street, M2 6AG"

"Pep Guardiola’s King Street restaurant promises diners the best of Catalonia right here in Manchester. Chef Paco Perez lays claim to five Michelin stars, and food here is served in a unique style. More complex than tapas but smaller than a plate, dining here is all about taste and presentation."

"Spread across two floors in Spinningfields, Tast is serving elevated yet uncomplicated Catalan dishes. A Michelin Guide restaurant in Manchester, the venue offers guests the chance to watch chefs from the downstairs counter or enjoy an elegant set menu upstairs at Enxaneta Tast."

"Another highlight on Blackpool's fish & chip shop scene, Bentley's brings fresh ingredients and fast service to the table at its centrally located establishment. The place is known for its gluten-free fish & chips, welcoming atmosphere, and pleasant service."

"Boasting Stunning Rooms With Contemporary Décor, Velvet Hotel Is On Central Manchester’S Vibrant Canal Street And A 5-Minute Walk From Piccadilly Rail Station.All Rooms Enjoy Elegant Furnishings And Offer A Flat-Screen Tv And Free Wi-Fi. The Modern Bathrooms Are Equipped With Steam-Free Mirrors And Luxury Toiletries. Each Room Also Includes A Fully-Stocked Minibar And Hospitality Tray.Located Downstairs In The Hotel'S Lower Ground Floor Is Mr. White'S Chophouse Serving Classic British Cuisine And Boasts A Extensive Drinks List With A Fine Selection Of Cocktails, Wines, Beers And Spirits.In Warm Weather, Guests Can Enjoy Outdoor Dining.Velvet Lounge Bar Has Live Djs On Weekends And Offers A Range Of Drinks In Fashionable, Relaxed Surroundings."

"The Velvet offers guests an intimate and relaxing experience during their Manchester stay. The rooms here are dark and sleek, with a color scheme of burnt oranges and warm yellows. This is a small hotel with only 19 rooms, allowing guests to experience first-class, personalised staff service."

"Where: Liverpool Street, on an unlikely crossroads in Salford. Best Dish: Pig’s trotters with chilli, onion, spring onion and sesame. This restaurant of many names (Mr Fresh? Peking Duck?) offers a no holds barred Chinese menu with a Beijing accent, filled with gizzards, feet, tongue, lungs, kidneys, trotters and stewed chicken with mushrooms."

"Chinese is one of those foods that you never stop craving – so it’s pretty handy for us Salford students that the Peking Duck is only a 5 minute drive (or 15 minute walk) from the main campus. With unbeatable prices, the Peking Duck will satisfy for sure. My mouth is watering just thinking about it!"

"Ordsall Hall is a large former manor house in the historic parish of Ordsall, Lancashire, England, now part of the City of Salford, in Greater Manchester. Ordsall Hall is situated 1 km east of Lowry Outlet Shopping. Photo: Nev1, CC BY-SA 3.0."

"There’s an incredible history behind Pendle Hill, a Bronze Age burial site. This breathtaking landmark maintains a strong association with witchcraft thanks to the witch trials of 1612. For walkers, access to the hill is most commonly from nearby village of Barley."

"Salford Cathedral is situated on Chapel Street in the City of Salford, which sits opposite Manchester city centre on the west bank of the River Irwell. The City of Salford covers a large swathe of western Greater Manchester, with its centre adjacent to Manchester’s. Chapel Street, a long west to east boulevard connecting the cathedral with Salford Central rail station, was the first street in the world to be illuminated entirely by gas light."

"The Royal Exchange Theatre is free to visit, also when you don’t have tickets for a show. Besides the round stage in the middle of the dome you’ll also find the Rivals restaurant and bar and a theatre shop in the Royal Exchange Theatre. The pink illumination makes this theatre great for Instagram pictures."

"Admittedly, you have to pay for a theatre ticket if you want to watch a performance at the Royal Exchange Theatre. However, I really love the building itself, especially the pink Grand Hall, and think it’s worth a visit for the Victorian architecture alone."

"Manchester Opera House is the Palace Theatre’s little sister. It’s located on Quay Street, near Spinningfields. It is smaller than the Palace theatre however, there are still some amazing productions to see here."