"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."
"Opened at The Quays in Trafford Park, Manchester in July 2002 and created to give northern audiences access to the national....."
"Manchester is a great city and there is so much to see and do as a family and its sad that its often overlooked when people are visiting the UK. Similarly to London, Manchester is jam packed with museums covering so many different areas and each providing a different and unique experience to children and families. Below are my pick of the best museums in Manchester for children which are all a great day out for families and most are free, so great for keeping the costs down on adventures!"
"People’s History Museum, Left Bank, Spinningfields, Manchester, M3 3ER - Visit now. Recent winner of the national “Kids In Museums” award, visit this national museum of democracy for interactive family galleries and regularly changing creative events. It’s never to early to learn about past struggles and ‘there have always been ideas worth fighting for’."
"The University of Manchester contains yet MORE beautiful buildings, as well as the interesting Manchester Museum, worth a look if you need to kill a couple of hours. And best of all, like the majority of sites in the city, it’s free!. It’s also one of the biggest universities in the country, so as you wander around the campus, you’ll see plenty of students and professors going from building to building."
"Part of the University of Manchester, this museum is well loved for its collection of dinosaur fossils - especially the gigantic T Rex called “Stan”. Stan the T Rex, Manchester Museum. The museum has one of the UK’s best collections of Egyptian mummies and other artefacts - a must for those interested in Egyptology."
"For those who set eyes on Deansgate's The John Rylands Library for the first time, 'library' might not be the first word that comes to mind. This masterpiece of Victorian Gothic architecture looks more like a castle or cathedral. The library's collection includes the oldest known piece of the New Testament, the St John Fragment, as well as magnificent illuminated medieval manuscripts and a 1476 William Caxton edition of Chaucer's Canterbury Tales."
"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)!"
"This Victorian Neo-gothic building is one of the most beautiful landmarks in Manchester. Oddly enough, although most people know about it, a lot of locals never visited it!. This is a mistake you shouldn’t be making as it is truly gorgeous!"
"Lions Den may be slightly off the beaten track at Great Northern’s quirky Deansgate Mews, but it’s the perfect sun trap and one of the best places to head to for a laid-back night out and a laugh this summer. Known as “a social space for everyone”, Lions Den is known for its large covered outdoor seating area, its real ales and craft beers, and for welcoming DJs, live music, various events, open mic nights, and a popular stand-up comedy night every Thursday courtesy of The Laughięnda Comedy Club."
"One of Hillsboroughs newest bars, the Northern Monkey is a great gin and cocktail bar that will also cater to those with a taste for real ale. Very dog friendly and always snapping photos of their four legged visitors."
"You can walk along the canal, through the Castlefield Urban Heritage Park on your way to the Museum of Science and Industry. Castlefield Urban Heritage Park. Admire the old industrial buildings, soak up the atmosphere of the canal, and see how Manchester used to be in years gone by."
"Just one mile south east of Sheffield city centre lies Norfolk Heritage Park - one of the oldest public parks in the country. The park covers almost 75 acres of land and is a Green Flag Award winning site. A multi million pound restoration project from 1999 - 2005 regenerated the landscape and restored it to its original Victorian character."
"Another amazing view over Sheffield is on offer at the Norfolk Heritage Grounds, found just above the train station. Enjoy a walk through the tree-lined promenade before settling down to eat your picnic. As lockdown eases, we hope you enjoy your new favourite picnic spots!"
"Balti / Indian / TandooriLeopold Square City CentreSheffield S1 2JG☎ 0114 2795577"
"Enjoy live entertainment the German way, while sipping on a Stein and biting into a real hamburger; just add lederhosen for optimal results"
"European / German / Bavarian102-104 West Street City CentreSheffield S1 4EP☎ 07736148817"
"Specialising in “the Teeside delicacy the chicken Parmo” aka fried chicken covered in a variety of cheese and sauces then grilled!. You can also get your parmo as a burger!. View this post on Instagram"
"While there an undoubtedly more vegan options today than there were ten years ago, one thing that’s been slow to catch up is the traditional Sunday lunch. Luckily for those living in or visiting Sheffield, there’s a fantastic pub serving up one of the best vegan roasts in the area. Brocco on the Park sits on the corner of the stunning Endcliffe Café – the perfect place to end a long Sunday walk."
"Located slightly outside the city, this spectacular guest house is where people believe Picasso stayed in 1950 while attending the Peace Conference. Today, it’s owned by Scandinavian designer Tiina Carr, whose flair is noticeable throughout. With just eight rooms, each one decorated in its own, simplistic and stylish way, it feels cosy and homely."
"Set in Sheffield, 8 km from FlyDSA Arena, Brocco On The Park Boutique Hotel offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a bar and a shared lounge. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a concierge service and free WiFi. The hotel has family rooms."