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Morning:
Start the day by heading out to one of Greater Manchester’s many picturesque country walking spots. Rivington Pike in Bolton, Dovestones in Oldham, Hollingworth Lake in Rochdale, Reddish Vale Country Park in Stockport, all offer spectacular countryside walking trails. Find the perfect spot to view the whole of the city from afar or explore winding woodland and reconnect to nature.
Lunch:
When you’re ready to rest your feet and refuel head back towards the city centre and make your way out to Salford Quays or Castlefield in Manchester City Centre. Both locations have a lot of choice for eating out, from big name chains to independent eateries, most overlooking the city’s expansive canal network.
If you’ve got time after a bite to eat take the short journey from Salford Quays to Ordsall Hall, built in the 1300’s it is one of Greater Manchester’s oldest buildings, home to some friendly ghosts and a fascinating history. Wander around the beautiful gardens and allotment – an oasis in the centre of Salford.
Alternatively, if you’re in Castlefield why not take the time to explore the city’s origins at the Roman Fort of Mamucium, part of the Castlefield Urban Heritage Park. Discover the replica fort and the original fort ruins.
Afternoon:
Spend a leisurely afternoon wandering through one of the city’s parks. To the south of the city, just off Oxford Road, you’ll find Whitworth Park, home to the Whitworth Gallery. Discover work by some of the world’s leading artists in the gallery and throughout the gardens that surround the building.
To the north of the city centre you’ll find Heaton Park. More than just a park the green space offers all the attractions needed for a full day out for all ages. Including play areas, golf course, pitch & putt, boating lake, Treetop Trek and a plethora of historic buildings dotted throughout the park.
Evening:
Head back into Manchester City Centre to freshen up before an evening of winding down in style.
Make your way to Spinningfields, home to luxury restaurants dishing up everything from South American barbeque, to traditional Spanish Tapas, to a modern take on Chinese cuisine. Alternatively, discover Cathedral Gardens and The Corn Exchange and all its original Edwardian beauty, home to a mouth-watering mix of restaurants dishing up cuisines from around the world
Extend your visit:
Find out more of what Manchester has to offer and where to stay for a weekend break.
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Ordsall Hall is Salford's 'hidden gem'! Dating back over 600 years, it is one of the region's finest examples of an Elizabethan black and white half-timbered manor-house.
Treetop Manchester is a woodland adventure like no other. Set in the beautiful woodland of Heaton Park, visitors can adventure in the high trees at Treetop Nets and Treetop Trek. Open all year round, they provide a unique environment for families to be active outdoors and have fun together.
One of the city’s most vibrant destinations, Spinningfields is a thriving hub for work, rest and play.
Showcasing all its original Edwardian beauty with a modern twist, The Corn Exchange is home to a mouthwatering mix of restaurants and more in Manchester. With cuisine from around the world including Germany, Greece, India, Italy, the far-East and british favourites too.
Home to the world's first industrial canal and the site of the Roman era fort of Mamucium.
Rivington Pike and its tower located on the West Pennine Moors can be seen from miles around. It is 361m (1,200ft) above sea level and offers spectacular views.
In Victorian times Hollingworth Lake was known as the "The Weighvers' Seaport".
This Local Nature Reserve offers a wide variety of pursuits. Trails, bridleways & cycle routes link the Tame Valley to the Etherow/Goyt Valley & surrounding area. The butterfly park is now established & a 5km Cycle Trial recently opened.
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