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Attractions and Activities in or near Manchester, such as Manchester United Museum & Tour Centre and Bury Art Museum are listed below. The city of Manchester is often described as the Capital of the North, with a vibrant arts and culture scene. It is the third most visited city in the UK and is well known for its sporting connections. With a long history dating back to around the Bronze Age, however most evidence points to a settlement being present during the Roman times.

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Manchester United Museum & Tour Centre

Sir Matt Busby Way, Old Trafford, Manchester 2.3 miles away

Manchester United is the world´s most famous football club and the award winning Museum at Old Trafford hosts over 230,000 visitors annually. The Museum tracks the history of the Club from humble beginnings in 1878, showcases the silverware collected... more

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Bury Art Museum

Moss Street, Bury 8.2 miles away

Bury Art Museum opened in 1901 thanks to the generosity of the children of local paper manufacturer Thomas Wrigley. To commemorate Queen Victoria´s Diamond Jubilee in 1897, they presented the town with their father´s art collection which included... more

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East Lancashire Railway

Bolton Street Station, Bolton Street, Bury 8.4 miles away

Like so many wonderful rural railway lines across the country, the East Lancashire Railway looked set to be consigned to history when the route was axed in the 1970s. However, the Manchester/ Bolton line linked to Radcliffe, which had been in use... more

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Stockley Farm

Stockley Farm, Arley, Northwich 14.7 miles away

Stockley Farm, opened in 1987, is an organic farm on the Arley Estate which grows a variety of crops and Milks 200 Organic cows. On arrival you are taken by tractor and trailer from the car park to the farm where there is a variety of animals... more

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The Chestnut Centre

Castleton Road, Chapel le Frith, High Peak 17.6 miles away

The Chestnut Centre is an escape from the bustle of life, in a secluded natural valley in the Peak National Park. The centre is home to 4 species of otters including the rare Giant Otter, 15 species of owl, tame fallow deer in the deer herd, foxes,... more

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Anderton Boat Lift

Lift Lane, Anderton, Northwich 18.4 miles away

Anderton Boat Lift was opened in March 2002 following a £7m restoration project to restore the famous Victorian structure. One of the `seven wonders of the waterways´ and a major national tourist attraction. First opened in 1875 and re-adapted to a... more

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The World of Glass

Chalon Way East, St Helens 20.4 miles away

The World of Glass: Experience a wonderful day out with a difference at this award-winning visitor attraction in St Helens, which shows how glass has changed our world forever. Witness live glass blowing demonstrations, be amazed by the 3D... more

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Catalyst - Science Discovery Centre

Gossage Building, Mersey Road, Widnes 22.0 miles away

Catalyst makes science exciting and accessible to people of all ages and abilities. Enjoy panoramic views across Cheshire from the rooftop Observatory reached by a scenic glass lift, or visit Scientrific and Birth of an Industry galleries, home to... more

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Blakemere Craft Centre

Chester Road, Sandiway, Northwich 22.6 miles away

Whether you are a lady who lunches or a busy family looking for something different to do, Blakemere Craft Centre, a huddle of boutiques in an Edwardian cobbled stable courtyard in the Cheshire countryside, is a great day out. Anyone who enjoys... more

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Knowsley Safari Park

Prescot 23.7 miles away

Knowsley Safari Park has been one of the top all-day attractions in the North West for over 35 years. Visitors can see more than 500 mammals on its five-mile safari drive - including the famous Knowsley baboons - and then enjoy close-up views of... more

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Rudyard Lake Steam Railway

Rudyard Station, Nr Leek, Leek 25.7 miles away

Rudyard Lake Steam Railway is near Leek in the North Staffordshire Peak District and our steam trains give a great family day out ideal for kids on train trip along Rudyard lake. The railway uses real coal fired steam engines to pull all its trains. ... more

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Keighley & Worth Valley Railway

Haworth Station, Haworth, Keighley 27.3 miles away

The KWVR is a standard gauge branch line that was built in 1867 by local mill owners, jpins the national network at Keighley. Most of the services are operated by steam trains.... more

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Aintree Racecourse

Ormskirk Road, Aintree, Liverpool 29.2 miles away

Ridiculously elaborate hat? Check. Daring, stylish slinky dress? Check. Come April, the only place to be if you like a hedonistic day or two at the races is Aintree, near Liverpool, for the John Smith’s Grand National. The final big meeting of the... more

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Peak District National Park

Aldern House, Baslow Road, Bakewell 29.3 miles away

Britain's first national park, established in 1951, is visited by people from all over the world. They come to find peace, tranquillity and adventure, experiencing some of England’s finest climbing, caving, walking and cycling. The National Park is... more

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Blue Planet Aquarium

Cheshire Oaks, Ellesmere Port 30.5 miles away

Blue Planet Aquarium: Come share an incredible voyage of discovery through the underwater world from fresh water lakes and streams to mangrove swamps, rocky shores, stunning coral reefs and mighty ocean depths. Blue Planet Aquarium has the largest... more

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Liverpool Cathedral

St James Mount, Liverpool 30.6 miles away

Liverpool´s world famous Cathedral is open daily throughout the year - the largest Cathedral in the UK, breathtaking in its architecture, beauty and atmosphere. Climb to the top of the tower for spectacular vistas across the region and river, and the... more

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Beatles Story

Brittania Vaults, Albert Dock, Liverpool 31.3 miles away

You don’t have to be a fan of the Fab Four to get a kick out of the Beatles Story, so wonderfully is it recreated. From the innocent start at the Woolton Village fete where John first met Paul to the TV footage showing screaming fans fainting in... more

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Hack Green Secret Bunker

PO Box 127, Nantwich 31.4 miles away

Hack Green was one of 21 fixed radar stations in the country and one of only 12 fully equipped with searchlights and fighter aircraft control. In one of the cabinets in the museum you can see some of the original communications equipment used by... more

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The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery

Bethesda Street, City Centre, Stoke-on-Trent 31.5 miles away

The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery is the home of the world´s finest collection of Staffordshire ceramics, including the National Minton Collection. Discover the story of Stoke-on-Trent´s people, products and landscapes through imaginative displays... more

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Chester Zoo

Upton by Chester, Chester 31.8 miles away

Chester Zoo has just about every animal you can think of (around 8000 from 400 species in fact) and an awful lot more for kids to do besides. I’m talking monorail, face painting, tattooing (pretend, of course), an impressive wooden play park area... more

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Chester Cathedral

Chester Cathedral Office, 12 Abbey Square, Chester 33.2 miles away

Originally built as a monastery founded in 1092, Chester Cathedral was reconstuted as a Cathedral in 1541. The building has a rich and fascinating heritage and a visit here opens a window onto a rich and varied story of monks, kings and craftsmen. ... more

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Chester Race Company Ltd

The Racecourse, Chester 33.5 miles away

The crowds here are testament to the racecourse’s enduring popularity, and perhaps more so than any other racecourse in Britain, the quality of racing at Chester is not uppermost in patrons’ thoughts - not that it is anything but good all summer!... more

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Gladstone Pottery Museum

Uttoxeter Road, Longton, Stoke-on-Trent 34.2 miles away

Gladstone Pottery Museum was originally the Gladstone Works, started in the 1780s. The ovens were last fired in 1960. The Museum was opened in 1974 and is the last remaining Victorian pottery factory complete with traditional coal burning bottle... more

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Aynsley China

Atlas Works, Sutherland Road, Longton, Stoke-on-Trent 34.2 miles away

Fans of Aynsley China are a dedicated bunch and need no introduction to the company’s factory shop and tour in Stafforshire. If you don’t know about this historic fine bone china production house that has been creating lovely pieces of tableware and... more

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Foxfield Light Railway

Foxfield, PO Box 1967, Stoke-on-Trent 35.4 miles away

The Foxfield Railway is a preserved Steam Railway in North Staffordshire. Formerly built to carry coal, it now carries visitors on a five mile round journey through the picturesque Staffordshire Moorland scenery. The railway is home to some 28 Steam,... more

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Wedgwood Museum

Barlaston, Stoke-on-Trent 36.4 miles away

If you’re a fan of one of the famous ceramic manufacturers in the world, you’re in for a treat here. Along with a stunning collection, there’s an opportunity to take a factory tour and also watch craftsmen and women hard at work in the demonstration... more

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Alton Towers Resort

Alton 36.7 miles away

Staffordshire’s Alton Towers is England’s largest theme park with an awesome 500 acres of attractions and rides. Plan ahead and have an idea of what you want to see and do because this enormous site with so much on offer can be bewildering. Do not... more

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Alton Towers Resort Sea Life

Alton 36.7 miles away

Alton Towers doesn’t do things by halves so expect a full-on experience at its Sharkbait Reef by Sealife pirate-themed aquarium. The aquarium invites you to embark on a mission of discovery with Captain Black and his motley crew as they navigate the... more

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Chesterfield Open Market

Market Department, Beetwell Street, Chesterfield 37.4 miles away

Chesterfield Open Market is one of the largest open-air markets in the country, held every Monday, Friday and Saturday all year round, plus a Thursday Flea Market that gets bigger every year. This traditional open-air market has been going since at... more

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Diggerland

Willowbridge Lane, Whitwood, Castleford 39.0 miles away

Diggerland - The Ultimate Adventure Park experience Where children ride and drive full size diggers, with over 18 rides to enjoy. Test your skills on the Dumper Trucks. Find buried treasure. Knock down the skittles. Dig a giant hole with the dirt... more

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Blackpool Zoo

East Park Drive, Blackpool 39.4 miles away

There’s something delightfully incongruous about visiting a place full of tropical animals in the city of Blackpool but you won’t regret a trip to Blackpool Zoo. A vast 32 acres spreads out before you and you can hear the weird and wonderful calls of... more

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Blackpool Sea Life Centre

The Promenade, Blackpool 40.6 miles away

The big attraction at the Blackpool Sealife Centre is the walk-through underwater shark tunnel which positively seethes with the rather scary looking creatures plus a whole load of other tropical fish. But there are plenty more attractions besides.... more

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Crich Tramway Village

Crich, Matlock 40.9 miles away

Take a tram ride through time at Crich Tramway Village, home of The National Tramway Museum - an ideal destination for all ages. Visitors can ride our world renowned vintage trams through our unique period street and out into the open countryside for... more

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Plassey Craft and Retail Centre

The Plassey, Eyton, Wrexham 44.2 miles away

Bring the family for a fun and unique day out at The Plassey! Frequent “Family Events” and family activity Craft workshops - please see website www.plassey.com for more information. Over 25 shops set around charming Edwardian buildings and... more

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Midland Railway - Butterley

Butterley Station, Ripley 44.9 miles away

Large collection of railway locomotives and rolling stock. Operating standard gauge railway (three and a half miles) and narrow gauge railway (one mile). Farm Park, Country Park, Demonstration Signal Box, Victorian Railwayman´s Church and much more.... more

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Denby Visitor Centre

Derby Road, Denby 46.3 miles away

Denby Visitor Centre in an attractive rural location set around a courtyard next to the pottery. Shops include Home Store, factory shop with bargains on seconds, gift shop, garden & cookery emporia and Dartington Crystal. Pottery tours with `paint a... more

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Stafford Castle Visitor Centre

Newport Road, Stafford 47.1 miles away

Stafford Castle is a Norman Stone motte and bailey fortress. Standing on the motte are the remains of a massive hall-keep built in 1348. After the civil war, the slighted remains were given an extensive 19th century gothic reconstruction. Lower down... more

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West Coast Railways

Jesson Way, Crag Bank, Carnforth 49.9 miles away

Rail travel isn’t what it used to be, what with overcrowded carriages, late-running services and unappetizing, over-priced cheese sandwiches. But West Coast Railways offers a different experience altogether. The company operates a series of one-off... more

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Royal Crown Derby Visitor Centre

194 Osmaston Road, Derby 50.3 miles away

People from all over the world collect Royal Crown Derby so it’s not surprising that its visitor centre attracts an international following. Tours of the factory reveal the traditions, history and skills that go into producing the intricately... more

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Claymills Victorian Pumping Station

Meadow Lane, Stretton, Burton upon Trent 51.6 miles away

Enthusiasts of steam and all the connected paraphernalia are in for a treat at this richly informative attraction in Staffordshire. This is thought to be Britain’s most complete Victorian pumping station and is crammed with tools and equipment... more

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Llangollen Railway

The Station, Abbey Road, Llangollen 51.7 miles away

Llangollen Railway is a mainly Steam hauled Heritage Railway Line starting at Llangollen Station located beside the Dee River Bridge in Llangollen Town, and continuing for 7 ½ miles upstream, following the River Dee to the village of Carrog. As well... more

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Llangollen Wharf

Wharf Hill, Llangollen 51.8 miles away

From Llangollen Wharf you can embark on either a horse drawn boat trip or a motorised aqueduct cruise. The horse drawn trip last about 45 minutes and run every hour taking you through some of the most beautiful canals in Britain. The aqueduct cruise... more

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Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden

Fountains, Ripon 52.1 miles away

Fountains Abbey with Studley Royal Water Garden, located four miles west of Ripon in North Yorkshire, is of outstanding historic and aesthetic importance. No other site in Europe contains such a rich variety of historic monuments set in such a... more

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Hoo Farm

Preston-on-the-Weald Moors, Telford 52.3 miles away

Hoo Farm is family run and over 100 years old, set in 32 acres of paddocks and woodland. The farm is home to owls, ostriches, ferrets, lizards, snakes, meerkats and many more, with different activities running throughout the day from Lamb Feeding and... more

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Lightwater Valley Theme Park

North Stainley, Ripon 56.4 miles away

Escape to Lightwater Valley and discover the excitement of a day bursting with thrills, chills and adventure; catapult to dizzying heights aboard Whirlwind, a typhoon of screams that’ll twist even the bravest of souls, and hurtle through some of our... more

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York Racecourse

The Racecourse, York 57.1 miles away

It is said that only Ascot sells more champagne than York, where it is considerably cheaper! York stages two of the best Flat meetings in Britain, the Dante Festival in May and the even more popular Welcome to Yorkshire Ebor Festival in August, which... more

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Royal Air Force Museum Cosford

Cosford, Shifnal 57.2 miles away

The Royal Air Force Museum Cosford houses one of the largest aviation collections in the UK with 70 historic aircraft on display in three wartime hangars and within the National Cold War Exhibition. A major feature of this unique exhibition is... more

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Yorkshire Dales National Park

Yoredale, Bainbridge, Leyburn 57.7 miles away

Established in 1954, the Yorkshire Dales National Park has outstanding scenery, a range of wildlife habitats and a rich cultural heritage. It’s a special place – a fantastic outdoor arena for recreation and peaceful relaxation and a haven for... more

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Galleries of Justice

Shire Hall, High Pavement, Nottingham 57.9 miles away

It doesn’t get more interactive than at the Galleries of Justice, where you may well be called upon to defend a criminal accused of such dastardly crimes as stealing a length of ribbon from a draper’s shop. The home to the nasty Sheriff of Nottingham... more

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York Dungeon

12 Clifford Street, York 58.1 miles away

York Dungeon is deep in the heart of historic York, buried beneath its very paving stones, lies the North´s most chillingly famous horror attraction. The York Dungeon brings more than 2,000 years of gruesomely authentic history vividly back to... more

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