Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Haigh

"Manchester's rich industrial legacy is explored in this excellent museum set within the enormous grounds of the old Liverpool St station, the oldest rail terminus in the world. The large collection of steam engines, locomotives and original factory machinery tell the story of the city from the sewers up, while a host of new technology looks to the future. "

"The Northern sister to London’s Imperial War Museum, the Manchester venue is just as engrossing, and sobering as it’s southern equivalent. Built on the ruins of the docklands industrial area, which was bombed heavily itself during the Blitz. A stunning collection, ranging from World War memorabilia to sections of the World Trade Center wreckage can be found in one of the best collections to be found in any museums in Manchester."

"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."

"Take them to The People’s History Museum to find out how democracy began. This free Manchester museum is designed to teach, inspire and promote ideas worth fighting for; ideas such as equality, social justice, co-operation, and a fair world for all. Who doesn’t want the next generation to feel deeply about these important matters."

"The Manchester Museum is a great stop particularly for those visiting the city as a family as the attractions here are suitable for all visitors to the city. It’s one of the best things to do in Manchester, especially if the weather takes a turn for the worse!"

"It might not have the most inspiring name in the world, but don’t be fooled — a visit to the Manchester Museum is a deep dive into a rabbit hole of archeology, …"

"Albert Dock is home to the UK’s largest collection of Grade I listed buildings, and London aside, is the most visited multi-use attraction in the UK. Open in 1864, it was the first construction in Britain to be made from cast iron, brick and stone, protecting it from combustion, a common problem in warehouses. Built as one of the only docks in which you could load cargo straight from the boat into the warehouse, the dock took shipments of brandy, sugar, cotton, tea, silk, tobacco and ivory."

"Located on the Mersey River, where the river meets the Irish Sea, the first ever commercial dock was built in Liverpool in 1715. The Albert Dock was completed in 1846 and by the late 19th century, 40 per cent of the world’s trade was passing through. Given the part that it played in the city’s history, it makes sense to start your visit to Liverpool at the world famous Royal Albert Dock."

"11 Coliseum Way, Cheshire Oaks Outlet Village, Ellesmere Port CH65 9HD EnglandMexican, BarLunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late NightReservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service+44 151 348 8510https://www.chiquito.co.uk/restaurants/north-west/ellesmere-port/cheshire-oaks"

"The top secret underground bunker on Rumford Street is an absolutely fascinating piece of wartime history and its maze of rooms and WWII artefacts will be open again to visitors, every day from May 17. Bookings are valid for a year and you can either do a self-guided tour or opt for one of the private themed tours which they run. Visit the Western Approaches HQ website here."

"Lavish Elizabethan-style hall with ornamental gardens, including picnic areas, a kids' zoo and cafe. Address : Walton Lea Rd, Higher Walton, Warrington WA4 6SN, United Kingdom"

"The May Blitz of 1941 saw St Luke’s church forever changed when a bomb landed right on top of it’s roof. Over time, the city has lovingly restored it back to life and it now plays host to everything from weddings, to gigs, to farmers markets and cinema screenings. The church itself and the gardens around it are a total treat for the eye."

"St Luke’s Church, or the Bombed Out Church to the locals, sits proudly at the top of Bold Street and is a great spot for a photograph, especially if you get to head inside. Known as the Bombed Out Church because it no longer has a roof, it makes for an interesting photo for the collection. View this post on Instagram"

"More commonly known as 'the bombed out church' St Luke’s was destroyed during the Blitz of World War II. With no ceiling, and plants now growing inside, it is a real place of tranquility in the centre of the city and serves as a memorial to those who lost their lives during the war."

"Open and outspoken, chef-owner Gary Usher is a cult figure online, and his passionate following has helped crowdfund five of his six north-west restaurants. It is a remarkable story, one that rather overshadows Usher’s greater achievement: his ability to transpose the ethos of his original venue, Chester’s Sticky Walnut (pin-point contemporary cooking and genuinely friendly service), into multiple dispersed restaurants with equal success. Modish but populist, Kala is the relaxed, self-confident restaurant every city deserves."

"Inspired by Asian street food classics, the casual dining style of Tampopo makes for a more than humble meal in the city. Serving a mixture of Indonesian, Thai, Vietnamese, Malaysian and Japanese-inspired dishes, this place will take you on a cross-country trip without the air fare."

"About: East Asian food is a super healthy choice for children of all ages. With a selection of three set-menu options, there's plenty to tempt children of all ages. Special chopsticks are a fantastic way for little ones to hone their skills and be just like mum and dad."

"Housed inside Ryan Giggs and Gary Neville’s new Stock Exchange Hotel, this restaurant from Michelin starred chef Tom Kerridge has already become the talk of the town. The menu here is divided into three stages called, appropriately enough, First, Second and Third, with four to five plates per person recommended."

"Housed in Manchester's elegant former Stock Exchange, Stock matches its smart Edwardian surroundings with a sophisticated menu of inventive southern Italian cooking. Robust, richly flavoured dishes from Neapolitan fish broth to the restaurant's famed…"