Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Ashton-under-Lyne

"The Museum of Science and Industry is a very unique museum worth visiting in Manchester. The museum is housed in pretty rustic buildings that are worth a note and it is home to some amazing displays pertaining ti innovation of every sort. There are exhibits that describe the evolution of textile machinery."

"There is a Air and Space Hall, Power Hall, Station Building, 1830 Warehouse and Great Western Warehouse, each with a different story to tell about the city. The museum was so big, I didn’t even make it to all the halls as I ‘just’ had one afternoon to see it all!"

"Housed in an iconic aluminium-clad building designed by Daniel Libeskind, the IWM North houses several fascinating exhibitions which tell the story of how a century of wars have affected people’s lives in Britain. The main exhibition space shows a timeline of the wars that Britain has been involved with since the First World War. The Big Picture Show uses the latest HD projection technology to tell people’s stories of war in a vivid and captivating way."

"The story of Britain's 200-year march to democracy is told in all its pain and pathos at this superb museum, housed in a refurbished Edwardian pumping station. You clock in on the 1st floor (literally: punch your card in an old mill clock, which managers would infamously fiddle with so as to make employees work longer) and plunge into the heart of Britain's struggle for basic democratic rights, labour reform and fair pay."

"The People's History Museum, located in Spinningfields, is the national museum of democracy. The More in Common: in Memory of Jo Cox exhibition sees the Jo Cox memorial wall on public display for the first time since Jo’s murder in June 2016. The specially commissioned virtual Wall of Hope is a space to add personal tribute messages."

"From Egyptian mummies and dinosaurs, to live reptiles and the world’s oldest horse. With an expansive collection of oddities and some of history’s most important specimens, Manchester Museum really holds up amongst the nation’s best. The University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PL (museum.manchester)"

"About: Manchester Museum features two floors of fun and fascinating exhibits, dedicated to archaeology, anthropology and natural history. The museum's displays include fossils, rocks and minerals, stuffed animals, birds and insects, money, and archaeological finds. Address: Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PL"

"Another grand old building that a lucky few can get wed inside, John Rylands is still in use as a functioning library (as part of the University of Manchester library), although many visitors come simply to admire the architecture. The building is actually a vast memorial to the late John Rylands, conceived by his wife and designed by Basil Champneys. Similar in style to the Town Hall, this is another example of neo-Gothic architecture that is revered worldwide."

"On Deansgate in Manchester is the John Rylands Library, a late-19th century Victorian building in a Gothic style. What’s so different about this library is that it looks a lot more like a cathedral than a place for housing books. It is considered by many as Manchester’s most beautiful building and houses some of the earliest books ever printed."

"Located in Deansgate, right by Australasia (a famous Instagrammable restaurant in Manchester), John Rylands Library is definitely one of the most beautiful libraries in the world. Yep, you’ve heard me right: in the world!. It’s home to incredible pieces of printing (some of the oldest in Europe)!"

"If you’re in the mood for splashing the cash or need a place to celebrate the end of your exams,The Viper Rooms on Carver Street is a must. With a fantastic array of delicious (and super strong cocktails), you can make the most of your student loan here on a Thursday with 2 for 1 on all cocktails and £1.50 on all vodka and mixers. In the main room, you’ll find ‘DJ Manic’ bringing you the very best of RnB, Hip Hop, chart and commercial house."

"Playing everything from indie and alternative to house and electronic, The Viper Rooms Sheffield has everything you need to have a perfect night out. At the weekend, this club comes alive with amazing live sets from both guest and in-house DJs. Situated in an historic building on the lively Carver Street, this venue boasts its own underground basement club space that features an amazing sound system that’ll keep you dancing all night."

"Priding itself on bringing a bit of glam to your nights out, the Viper Rooms has an extensive cocktail and champagne list, confetti cannons, and VIP booths. Its calendar boasts something for every night of the week. From Monday to Thursday it focuses on student crowds, Fridays are all about R&B and pop anthems, Saturdays get more eclectic, while the week rounds off with a Sunday session of 90s R&B and hip-hop through to 3am."

"In Rome pizza isn't round; it's rectangular and served al taglio (by the slice). The owners of this pizza bar travelled to the Italian capital to learn how it's done, and it shows. Everything is made onsite, every day, and it's all good, from the elegant simplicity of the beautifully light, bouncy focaccia, dressed with olive oil, rosemary and sea salt, to classic toppings such as broccoli, sausage and chilli."

"While ice cream isn’t their raison d’etre, Northern Quarter pizzeria Slice offer the continental experience in abundance, allowing you to eat al fresco in Stevenson Square with a cup of their custom-made gelato. Their rotating lineup is impressive too, varying from classic flavours such as raspberry ripple to the experimental Key lime pie. 1a Stevenson Sq, Northern Quarter, M1 1DN"

"dates back to the 1830s, where it was used as an inn and alehouse for travellers, and has been serving food and drink under its current guise since 2010. Today, the pub is known for its cosy interior, featuring fireplaces, wood panelling and plush leather seating, and its home cooked, delicious pub fare. The menu largely sticks to the classics, offering comforting, hearty dishes that are certain to please almost everyone."

"Serving on Saturdays and Sundays only, the York knocks up a solid brunch menu with all the egg staples (florentine, Benedict, baked) alongside other traditional dishes like smoked salmon and scrambled eggs. Other dishes dishes include brioche French toast, which you can wash down with one of their speciality brunch cocktails, such as a marmarita (marmalade, triple sec, lime, and tequila)."

"The York is a great mixture of local pub with a high end, modern twist. You’ll find a good selection of alcoholic drinks and a menu that gives their take on traditional pub grub. Beer garden out back too!"

"Everyone has those days where nothing but a gigantic portion of burger and chips will do. And not many places do that better than Five Guys. Get a hefty burger stacked with personalised fillings with fries and a milkshake, American style, delivered to your door in as little as 15 minutes."

"You might already be familiar with Twisted Burger at The Harley but if you’re not, their colossal creations are a must-try. Their vegetarian and vegan burgers are legendary,  which can be accompanied by a choice of three ‘Dead Twisted’, sauces to slather it in, courtesy of Drop Dead Co. Everything is locally sourced and freshly made to order.334 Glossop rd, Facebook: TwistedBurgerCompany"

"The Twisted Burger Co. is served at both The Harley (until 4am!) and The Riverside, specialising in slightly bonkers, and rather massive, burgers as well as messy, delicious fries, shakes and sides. Their menu is music-themed and ever changing."

"Banyan not only do a bottomless brunch in Manchester, but they also do a bottomless supper!. The brunch option is available every day until 4 pm for £29.95pp, while the supper is every day from 4 pm and costs £34.95pp. The brunch option has your classic brunch cocktails, while the supper menu makes a transition to slightly more dinner-friendly cocktails like Kir Royales."

"Offering up a taste of French cuisine at a reasonable price, you can enjoy a hearty meal at Le Bistrot Pierre surrounded by traditional bistro-styled d&eacu ..."

"Restaurants Middle Eastern. The best thing about this kebab shop is that you don’t need to be hammered to enjoy the grub they’re dishing out. While there’s a table-service restaurant hidden at the back, most don’t get further than the takeaway counter at the front."