Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Birch

"Manchester's Science and Industry Museum is all about how ideas can change the world, focusing on inventions and innovation from the Industrial Revolution until today. In particular, the museum looks at Manchester and its surrounding areas, revealing to visitors how Northern England was part of revolutionizing transportation and industry. It's a great pick for those who love history, as well as families with kids and is free for all."

"The Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI) is housed in buildings that are also historic. Two of the buildings are in the Grade II list and one of the two represents the site of Manchester’s oldest passenger railway station. You can learn about the city’s industrial past through live demonstrations."

"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!"

"Imperial War Museum North (IWM North), Imperial War Museum North, The Quays, Trafford Wharf Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M17 1TZ - Visit now. IWM North was designed by Daniel Libeskind, whose beautiful waterfront building was based on a globe shattered by war and houses a permanent collection, special exhibitions and events that consider the many ways conflict shapes society."

"4 km from city center 5 out of 12 places to visit in Manchester. The imperial war memorial of Manchester exhibits the main conflicts of the 20th century with the help of a wide range of displays, regular screenings of short films and other weapons. The aluminium clad building is worth watching."

"The northern branch of the Imperial War Museum (obviously), this fascinating spot overlooks the Manchester Ship Canal, an apt spot if ever there was one."

"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"

"For individuals who love the Ancient Egypt, the University of Manchester has a collection for you. In addition to mummies, the museum has three galleries purposely devoted to Egyptology. The museum opened its doors in earlier 1880s and their collection focuses on anthropology and archaeology."

"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)!"

"Manchester also has the John Rylands Library, churches, cathedrals, and museums dedicated to art, culture, and history. In the evening, prepare for your flight home from Manchester International Airport."

"Chiquito is a lively, family friendly Mexican chain restaurant. They serve breakfast, available every day until noon. Breakfast items include the Breakfast Sizzler, Breakfast Chimichanga plain tortilla, Mexican eggs benedict and the Breakfast feast."

"South of the border' passion is always served up at Chiquito. A menu of bold Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine is prepared however the diner likes it. Burritos, sizzling fajitas and tacos can all be customised for vegetarians or those wanting more spice."

"The elegant venue's menu features a generous helping of vegan options, from breakfast and lunch to evening meals and small plates. Their unique and flavourful menu can be accompanied with a selection of vegan-friendly beers, gins, and cocktails."

"There's a slightly different theme at Plau, which is all about sharingrather than ordering food specifically for you. The menu offers vegetarian orvegan options on many of their staple dishes. Findthem along Friargate, Preston."

"The Anthologist, located in Manchester, GB, is a trendy, pet-friendly cocktail bar that welcomes Fido!. Your pup can join you at one of their pet-friendly tables while you enjoy an evening nightcap. Start off with a Hummingbird (Tanqueray gin, raspberries, lime, and elderflower) and an order of the Tempura Sweet Potato Skins with crispy sage leaves, sweet potato, and smoked paprika rouille."

"The Refinery is great if you want a laidback and stylish spot for your bottomless brunch in Manchester. You can get booked in here on Saturdays and Sundays between 10 and 3, so you’ve got plenty of time to secure a spot, so long as you book in advance, as it’s a popular one!. Their brunch menu isn’t just limited to brunch dishes, either."

"The Refinery is a buzzing outdoor restaurant in Spinningfields all year round. The stunning terrace space is perfect for sipping on fruity cocktails, nibbling on tasty charcuterie and watching the world go by, while winter welcomes pop-up igloos that are made for cosy catch-ups."

"Manchester’s other football team is Manchester City, and you can tour their stadium and club and learn all about their history. Tours will take you behind the scenes and you will even get the chance to see areas such as the player’s dressing rooms. Again, this is another one for the football fans out there so if you’re not into football, you’ll probably wanna skip this."

"Preston North End's Deepdale Stadium is located just outside of the city centre, opposite the scenic Moor Park. The attraction is an important heritage sight for those who are avid football fans and draws in visitors from all around. Brimming with history, the stadium is the site of the Dick, Kerr Ladies' first football game and is home to the famous Sir Tom Finney statue."

"1857 museum with 200,000 artifacts displayed in original Victorian glass cabinets, plus fine art. Address : Bold St, Warrington WA1 1DR, United Kingdom"

"Over the past 125+ years, the Whitworth has seen many transformations but none so much as its recent £15 million development, resulting in accolades such as RIBA National Award and Art Fund’s Museum of the Year 2015. Now home to an internationally important collection numbering 60,000 works - blending high-profile names like Blake, Spencer, Rembrandt and Moore with fresh new talent - the gallery’s principal aim remains the same: ‘the perpetual gratification of the people of Manchester’."

"Found in Whitworth Park, the Whitworth Art Gallery is part of the University of Manchester and owns more than 60,000 works of art. It was first opened in 1889 and now showcases paintings by the likes of William Blake, Thomas Gainsborough, and Camille Pissarro. There is also an extensive collection of modern and contemporary art, as well as a wallpaper collection, which includes more than 5,000 examples of vibrant papers."