Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Westhoughton

"Also known as the Cathedral Church of Christ in Liverpool, this huge structure - designed by the same architect who created the country's iconic red telephone boxes. The Anglican Liverpool Cathedral on St. James's Mount was consecrated in 1978, although services were held here in the 1920s. The Cathedral is very impressive with its copper roof, red sandstone walls and a 330-foot-high tower containing a carillon with 2,500 bells."

"One of two cathedrals in the city, Liverpool Cathedral was built in 1904 but has been altered and re-imagined many times since. The cathedral was originally designed by Giles Gilbert Scott who also designed Battersea Power Station in London, and England’s iconic red telephone box. Liverpool Cathedral is the longest in the world, with an external length of 189 metres."

"A post shared by Photos Of Britain 🇬🇧 (@photosofbritain) on Mar 31, 2019 at 3:20am PDT. Liverpool Cathedral was constructed between 1904 and 1978. But what it lacks in age, it more than makes up for in size and magnificence."

"Manchester Cathedral has undergone extensive restoration works, both in the Victorian era and in recent years, following damage from the 1996 IRA bombing of the city centre. The cathedral has existed in some form on the site since medieval times, and holds artifacts that date back to Manchester’s existence as a Saxon settlement. The main body of this Gothic cathedral was originally constructed in the late 15th century, overseen by church warden James Stanley."

"As I mentioned just before, Manchester Cathedral is located in the city centre, so you don’t have to walk far. Actually, most of the photo locations in Manchester are located very close to each other, so at no point, you have to walk for more than 20-25 minutes. However, there are free buses in Manchester, so if it rains, you can definitely hop on one and head to Manchester Cathedral."

"This church built in the Gothic style is a very pretty sight to see in Manchester. One of the oldest buildings in the city, it is also a historic site. The stunning design of the rustic building is reason enough to visit it but the interiors are equally beautiful and are sure to transport you back in time."

"The striking design of this cathedral makes it a rather unique attraction to visit. Though the history of this cathedral is more contemporary than that of its sister venue at the other end of Hope Street, its gothic-revival architectural style makes it a standout feature of Liverpool’s skyline. Building began in 1928, although it wasn't actually completed until 1967."

"If nothing else, the striking design of this cathedral makes it a rather unique attraction to visit. Though the history of this cathedral is more contemporary than that of its sister venue at the other end of Hope Street, its gothic-revival architectural style makes it a standout feature of Liverpool’s skyline."

"Restored by a local heritage group, St. George's Heritage & Visitor Centre occupies St. George's (Church of Ireland), built in 1827."

"Goodness Gracious is a secret rooftop beer garden located on the top of events space, Oh Me Oh My. From this exclusive bar you will have a VIP view of the Liver Building, as you sit back and breathe in the beauty of this historic landmark from this stunning terrace. View the Liverpool Waterfront and watch as the iconic Mersey Ferries travel along the water, utter bliss."

"It’s open Monday to Friday 9am-4pm and closed to the public on the weekend for private events. It may seem all simple on the outside but it’s higher up that it gets more interesting. 8 floors up you can visit their rooftop garden which features stunning views of Liverpool."

"Goodness Gracious rooftop garden is back open so you can enjoy cocktails with incredible views of the Royal Liver Building. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by GoodnessGraciousRoofGarden (@goodnessgraciousroofgarden)"

"Trafford Town Hall stands in a large site at the junction of Talbot Road and Warwick Road, directly opposite the Old Trafford Cricket Ground. Work on the building, designed by architects Bradshaw Gass & Hope of Bolton, began on 21 August 1931.[84]. The town hall officially came into use as Stretford Town Hall on the granting of Stretford's charter, on 16 September 1933."

"Prestwich Forest Park consists of four smaller parks which make up 200 acres of woodlands: Philips Park, Drinkwater Park, Waterdale, and Prestwich. These parks can be heavily wooded (particularly Drinkwater), so it’s a beautiful place to spend a day away from the noise of town. Exploring the woods can be an enlightening experience, so long as you take care while wandering amongst the broad-leaved trees."

"This adorable Green Flag garden is the vestige of an estate founded in South Warrington in the 1830s. The house was occupied by three generations of the Parr family, but was demolished in 1970 after years of neglect. In spite of the disuse, the walled garden survived and is now as beautiful as ever, with three ponds, herbaceous borders, fruit espaliers and vegetable plots."

"Historic kitchen & pleasure gardens with ponds, paved pathways & a Victorian greenhouse. Address : Witherwin Avenue Grappenhall, South Warrington WA4 3DS, United Kingdom"

"Just stepping into Beauty Bazaar is the best reminder why the high street can beat online if it gets it right. Even though it’s got got the glamour, Beauty Bazaar never feels Mean Girls unapproachable. Three floors of the best brands, treatments and the WOW Bar for a fizz while you’re loving those buys."

"Dine on the terrace while enjoying Spanish tapas and incredible cocktails at La Tasca in Manchester at Deansgate. This location has an incredible cocktail hour that offers 2-4-1 drinks all day, every day!"

"Tucked away in the suburbs of Withington is a fun little vegetarian restaurant called Fuel Café. Along with serving some of the best cheap vegan eats in Manchester, the spot hosts regularly live music nights, performances, and even has board games to keep you entertained."

"Eastham Country Park is a 100 acres of woodland that is good for peaceful walks while having a one of a kind birdwatching adventure. Experience the abundance in birdlife and greeneries that this country park is offering. A perfect place for the family to have their quality time, kids and their parents would love to do the many activities offered in this place."

"It’s the wildest day out in the north west, when you find animal families from all over the world, waiting to meet you at Knowsley Safari. From Antelopes to Buffalo and beautiful Big Cats, fasten your seatbelts as you set off on Knowsley Safari’s 5-mile Safari Drive. Meanwhile, the cheeky monkeys have been missing you over at Baboon Jungle, or get adventurous on The Foot Safari, with all sorts of species waiting to be discovered, and socially distanced picnic tables for hungry explorers."

"On this five mile safari drive, get up close and personal with lions, tigers, giraffes, buffalos, baboons, bats, bees and everything in between. Knowsley Safari takes pride on educating its visitors on each animal’s unique abilities, showcased in sea lion displays, keeper talks and animal encounters. Knowlsey also has a number of ongoing conservation and research projects, helping to preserve the wildlife they display."

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