Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Whiston

"MOSI, as it’s locally known is home to Manchester’s industrial past, present and future. A celebration of Manchester’s important place in the world’s industrial history, MOSI is located in stunning listed buildings, including an old railway station. Displays range from early trains and automobiles to consumer technologies through the ages."

"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."

"The museum of Science and Industry is one of the largest museums in Manchester. You can get a glimpse of how technology has changed and shaped the modern world. The museum covers decades of innovation from locomotives, printing presses to the world’s first computer."

"Over in Salford Quays by the creative hub of MediaCityUK is The Imperial War Museum North. It’s easily accessible from Manchester City Centre by the Metrolink tram service and houses collections that inspect the impact modern conflicts have had on society. Venture inside for a free visit and you’ll find over 2,000 objects, photographs and interactive displays in IWM North’s main exhibition space alone, each telling stories from the First World War onwards."

"Imperial War Museum North, one of five branches of the Imperial War Museum, centers on the impact of modern conflicts on people and society. Found in Trafford Park, the museum's location and building is worth the visit alone, with amazing modern architecture right on Salford Quays. The museum's main exhibition, which has free admission, looks the impact of war on our culture via 2,000 objects, photographs, and interactive displays."

"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. The national museum of democracy couldn’t have a better home than the radical city of Manchester, birthplace of the Trades Union Congress (TUC) and universal suffrage. PHM is now open, to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, they have introduced an online registration system for visitors to select a date and time to visit."

"Manchester Museum, The University Of Manchester, Oxford Rd, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M13 9PL - Visit now. Manchester Museum boasts six million pieces in its archive, an impressive Egyptology collection and new discovery space The Study all in one gothic, Grade II*-listed building. The Museum is open again now from Wednesday – Sunday, 11 am – 4.00 pm, but you will need to book a free ticket beforehand."

"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"

"The superbly restored Royal Albert Dock was the first of its sort to be built in Britain. The impressive five-story block of buildings at its heart was once used to store cotton, tobacco, and sugar. These enormous Victorian structures are built around an arcaded walkway, their cast Tuscan columns once serving as capstans for moored ships."

"The old weather map from Granada News is long gone, but there are pirate ships and boats to look at. Liverpool is a city in which to wander. You can wander around the dock, have lunch at Pizza Express, have ice cream on the grass and the kids can entertain themselves for hours on the riverfront."

"Meet characters from Thomas and Friends, Bob the Builder and Fireman Sam. Amusement rides, photo fun and much more in this expansive activity space for kids in the heart of Liverpool."

"Facilities are children’s play area, a visitors centre with toilets, a pond, a conservation area with a dipping platform, angling. Once the ash tip for east Manchester’s power station, it was greened up in the 1980s and since recent investment, is a key green space within the Medlock River Valley. Clayton Vale is a Local Nature Reserve and is a great place for families to enjoy woodland and riverside walks, cycling, picnicking, or pond dipping."

"Vimto Gardens Chapel Street Vimto Gardens, Salford M3 5JF EnglandItalian, Pizza, Mediterranean, EuropeanLunch, Dinner, BrunchTakeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Full Bar+44 161 637 1160http://www.veromoderno.co.uk/"

"Unit 4 Vimto Gardens, Chapel Street, Salford Greater Manchester M3 5JF. Vero Moderno is Italian for “True Modern” – so you know what to expect if you decide to pay it a visit!. Situated about a 10 minute walk away from the main campus, Vero Moderno is a top choice if you fancy trying somewhere local and new."

"Family owned since 1974, this popular, contemporary restaurant is a local gem, offering an impressive range of dining options including the Dim Sum Mini Combination menu featuring traditional Sui Mai, deep crispy-fried Won Ton and pan-fried Wor Tip dumplings; an entire menu of steak dishes we’ve heard great things about, including spicy Szechwan with fresh green jalapeño, and generous banquets featuring indulgent Chinese cuisine. Meanwhile, repeat diners save a little tummy space for the banana fritters. Discover Ying Wah here"

"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."

"Reopened in 2015 after a £15m transformation, Manchester’s gallery in the park is home to an internationally important collection of art, including significant work by William Blake and J.M.W. Turner. It also hosts an exciting roster of visiting exhibitions and events. Visit the website for the latest information."

"The creative concept of husband and wife team Ellie & Steve, Liverpool Gift Gallery is a cheerful independent bringing the work of over 40 local artists – including Ellie – to West Derby village as well as attracting the attention of online Art lovers. There’s a framing service available and gorgeous gifts including cute, personalised items for every occasion. Visit Liverpool Gift Gallery here"

"Surrounded by the University of Salford, this sizeable museum is on the south side of Peel Park, mapping the history of Salford and with a large inventory of Victorian art. The museum dates to 1850, and would be worth a visit just to appreciate its Italianate Renaissance-style galleries. These have been arranged to reflect the layout of a Victorian museum, with paintings, decorative art and sculpture all competing for your attention in the same space."

"Travel a bit outside Manchester's city center to the Salford Museum and Art Gallery, which is situated int heart of Peel Park. First opened in 1850, the museum features both permanent displays and changing contemporary exhibitions, with free admission for all visitors. One of the museum's highlights is Lark Hill Place, a recreated Victorian street that lets visitors experience what life was like in Victorian Salford."

"Artworks illustrating the ever-present tensions between the natural world and the human race, including The Eruption of the Soufriere Mountains in the Island of St Vincent by JW Turner. A New Beauty: Romanticism in Art 1880-1920. Display exploring the evolving ways that physical attractiveness was depicted from the late 1800s."

"Art lovers should also check out The Victoria Gallery and Museum. Located in a spectacular red-brick building at the University of Liverpool, the museum - known locally as the (V&M) - includes large collections of sculptures and ceramics, along with an impressive array of paintings by the likes of Lucian Freud and J."

"The Victoria Gallery & Museum is run by the University of Liverpool. The building itself is a beautiful, classic red brick Liverpool building and boasts many stunning weddings. The exhibitions range from the weird (false teeth) to the wonderful, and it is definitely worth a visit."

"FACT, 88 Wood Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 4DQ - Visit now. Since opening in 2003, Liverpool’s FACT (AKA the Foundation for Art and Creative Technology) has supported artists working with new media, commissioned countless (and occasionally seminal) artworks and dedicated itself to digital media. Three arthouse cinemas screen both popular and cult films, two galleries show new work, and other spaces within the building are regularly used for digital and new media events."

"Not only a great place to catch the latest films, it also puts on regular exhibitions by a range of international artists focusing on creative media and digital technology. You’ll find three galleries to explore as well as a café and bar where you can talk art and film with friends. Opening Times: Tuesday-Sunday 11:00-6:00 88 Wood Street, Liverpool, L1 4DQ 8 minute walk from LJMU Mount Pleasant Campus and a 15-minute walk from LJMU City Campus."

"Liverpool's much-loved independent cinema and arts centre holds the title of the UK's leading organisation for the support and display of film, art and new media. FACT hosts a wide range of activities, screening and events for the whole family, including a Kids' Club film, accompanied by games and activities for young movie fans, on Saturdays. The weekly Big Scream Club is exclusively for parents and babies under one year old."

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"El Gato Negro is dishing up award-winning tapas and sun-soaked meals on King Street. Take to the top floor of this Manchester restaurant during the summer months and make the most of their retractable roof, topping up your tan whilst taking some impressive sky-high views."