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Football might be our biggest export, but cycling, cricket and squash (to name a few!) are in Manchester's blood just as much as the ‘beautiful game’.
Nature ReserveIn Victorian times Hollingworth Lake was known as the "The Weighvers' Seaport". The Visitor Centre houses permanent interactive displays, temporary exhibitions, slide shows, information and a sales counter.
Family FriendlyThe official museum and tour of Old Trafford offers every football fan a unique insight into Manchester United Football Club and a fantastic day out.
Family FriendlyAre you wild enough to climb 30ft up a rope ladder, tarzan swing into a giant rope net then zip wire through the trees, crawl through tunnels and tackle high wire rope bridges? If the answer's yes, then you're ready to Go Ape!
Family FriendlyOriginally presented to the people of Heywood by Queen Victoria in 1879, this Grade 2 Listed park is of major landscape and historical importance.
Family FriendlyDiscover the secrets of a spectacular stadium and the story of a much-loved football club
Sporting EventBuilt for the 2002 Commonwealth Games, Manchester Aquatics Centre is home to two 50-metre swimming pools and a specialist diving pool that can also be used for water polo. There is also a fitness studio, workout studio and a health suite.
Sporting EventLeigh Sports Village is one of the finest hubs of sports, recreational and educational facilities in the Northwest. Home to a 10,000+ seat stadium, Leigh Indoor Sports and Swimming Centre, Harriers Athletics Stadium and a 135-bedroom hotel.
Sports GroundThe City of Manchester Stadium, proud home of Manchester City Football Club and host to the 2008 UEFA Cup Final. The Stadium itself also offers fantastic opportunities for conferences and events.
Family FriendlyActivity centre based in Burrs Country Park offering a range of outddoor activities including kayaking, raft building and orienteering. Courses for individuals and groups. Pre-booking required
Sports GroundThe Manchester Velodrome is the National Cycling Centre, Britain's primary indoor Olympic cycle track and widely regarded as one of the World's finest and fastest board tracks.