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Use Hearing Protection: The early years of Factory Records

This special exhibition tells the story of Factory Records’ formative years from 1978 – 1982, and how it used innovation in the fields of music, technology and design to give Manchester an authentic voice and distinctive identity.
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Matchday VIP Experiences at Manchester United Football Club

Guarantee your ticket to any home game of your choice with a Matchday VIP Experience. Your experience includes some of the best seats in the stadium, fantastic food and drink, a gift and matchday entertainment.
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Manchester Ship Canal Cruises

Enjoy a journey along the inland waterway on board the world famous Mersey Ferry. The full day cruise takes in the spectacular scenery leaving you with an awe-inspiring sense of how the canal's construction shaped the city of Manchester and the North West of England.
Emirates Old Trafford

Emirates Old Trafford, home of Lancashire Cricket Club is a world- class sporting venue. With over 150 years of history the Club is one of the most sought after venues for international cricket and has witnessed some of the sport’s most iconic moments. 2019 will be another huge year for the Club with Emirates Old Trafford set to host some of the biggest global fixtures in the cricketing calendar.
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Spinningfields

A vibrant destination with luxury international fashion brands and an impressive number of restaurants and bars.
Sightseeing Manchester

Discover Manchester with a 90 minute bus tour. The 15 stop hop-on hop-off tour takes you to Manchester’s key sights and runs every day apart from Christmas Day, Boxing Day, or New Years Day.
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The John Rylands Library

A late-Victorian, neo-Gothic masterpiece
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Things To See & Do in Manchester

Whether you’re seeking culture, nightlife, history, or just good fun, there are plenty of things to do in Manchester.

Be absorbed by the beautiful attractions such as the gothic architecture at John Rylands Library and Manchester Cathedral; take in fine art at Manchester Art Gallery and the Whitworth; discover history, old and new, at Manchester Museum and the Imperial War Museum North; see contemporary arts redifined at HOME; or even learn to ski at Chill Factore.

Of course, Manchester is synonymous with football; it’s written in our DNA. So make some time to make a tour of the grounds of Manchester United and Manchester City, and discover the social history of the beautiful game at the National Football Museum. You can guarantee a ticket to any Manchester United home game with a Matchday VIP Experience.

For those who enjoy getting active, a short journey from the city centre provides access to beautiful walks within Greater Manchester, such as Hollingworth Lake, Heaton Park, Sale Water Park and Haigh Hall.

And if you need to keep the kids entertained, there’s plenty on offer. The Science and Industry Museum, Play Factore and LEGOLAND Discovery Centre are great fun for all the family.

Manchester is renowned for its entertainment, with a plethora of cinemas, theatre and legendary clubs for great night-time amusement. There are many opportunities to go sightseeing in Greater Manchester, with a number of walking tours, bus and taxi tours such as the hop-on hop-off Sightseeing Manchester.

As the Gateway to the North, its easy to expand your Manchester visit even further with a trip to the beautiful countryside, including the Lake District and the Peak District, and cosmopolitan cities such as Chester, Leeds, Liverpool, Newcastle and York.

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Cockfields Farm

Cockfields Farm Park
Enjoy a Fabulous Family day out down on the farm, animal activities running every half an hour 7 days a week. Large free car park, Gift Shop & Cafe
Cockfields Farm Park is located on the Border of Ashton Under Lyne & Oldham in…
Lake District Cruise, Steam Train and Peter Rabbit Day Trip

The Lake District National Park is famous for its spectacular scenery of lakes and mountains, and its connections with the poet William Wordsworth and the author Beatrix Potter. This tour brings together some of the very best the National Park has…
Manchester Giants

Manchester Giants is a British professional basketball team based in Manchester, North West England and playing nationwide.
Etherow Country Park Woodland and Waterways

A beautiful and calm woodland walk around mill ponds, rivers and streams with colourful views of the Goyt Valley.
Oldham Athletic Football Club @ Boundary Park

Formed in 1895, Oldham Athletic are celebrating its 125th anniversary in 2020, playing at Boundary Park since 1899.
The current capacity of the ground is 13,560 with the First Team using the Boundary Park for home league and cup fixtures. Whilst…
Fusilier Museum

The Fusilier Museum combines interactive galleries with temporary exhibitions tracing 350 years of Fusiliers Heritage. Located in the centre of Bury. Cafe and shop.
Centre for Chinese Contemporary Art

Part of the region's rich Chinese heritage showcasing contemporary Chinese art in the UK.
Walkden Gardens

Known locally as the 'Maze', probably due to the ingenious layout of the beech hedges that border the various sections of the gardens.
Bury Transport Museum

Housed in the beautifully restored Castlecroft Goods Warehouse, next to the East Lancashire Railway, the museum celebrates vintage transport with a collection of vehicles, memorabilia and interactive exhibits.
Red House Farm Maize Maze

The Red House Farm annual Maize Maze event is one of the must-visit summer attractions in the North West.
Astley Cheetham Art Gallery

Exhibitions change monthly and cover all aspects of fine art and craft, which include photography and local history.
O2 Ritz

This legendary nightclub and live music venue has been drawing crowds for generations.
Historic Chester with River Cruise, Open Top Bus and Walking Tour Day Trip from Manchester

Enjoy a day trip to Chester, one of the UK’s most popular city destinations with cobbled streets, hidden cellars and quirky lanes to discover.
Explore the North Manchester Package

Stay in Manchester and 'Explore the North Vacation - 7 nights/8 days. Free and easy vacation programme for independent travellers.
Victoria Warehouse

Victoria Warehouse is an innovative event space in the heart of Manchester, one of Europe’s most exciting cities.
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Staircase House

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This exciting attraction invites you to time travel through the history of Staircase House from 1460 to WWII. The entire 18-room town house is fully interactive.
Heaton Park

A beautiful space with a range of activities on offer for all ages.
Haigh Woodland Park

Explore and enjoy the stunning parkland, woodland and plantations at Haigh Hall at Country Park.
Deansgate Locks

Trendy nightspot for those who want to party the night away. You'll find establishments such as The Comedy Store, Revolution and Baa Bar. This canalside location is perfect for those who want to stay in one area, find DJ's playing all night and…
Manchester Bus Tour ‘Secrets of the City’ with LIVE Guide

90-minute bus tour celebrating Manchester’s innovative spirit every Saturday at 11:00 and 14:00.
Heaton Hall

A magnificent 18th Century country house set in Heaton Park's rolling landscape.

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