Castlefield Viaduct
Castlefield Viaduct is a historic 330-meter-long former railway viaduct in Manchester, now transformed into an elevated sky park open to the public, offering a unique urban green space and heritage experience.
Greater Manchester
Greater Manchester is a vibrant metropolitan county in North West England known for its rich industrial history, cultural landmarks, excellent transport links, and world-famous football heritage.
Quarry Bank Mill
Quarry Bank Mill in Cheshire is a well-preserved historic textile mill from the Industrial Revolution, featuring working waterwheel machinery, factory and worker village tours, and exhibits on industrial heritage and child apprentices. It is operated as a museum by National Trust.
Tatton Park
Tatton Park is a historic estate in Cheshire featuring a neoclassical mansion, extensive formal and natural gardens, a large deer park, and a working farm showcasing rare breeds. Visitors can enjoy indoor tours of the mansion, outdoor exploration of gardens and parkland, and family-friendly activities including a children's playground and various events throughout the year.
Near Wet Felting Workshop: The Japanese Garden with Tour
16 Oct (next Friday)
Participants learn wet-felting techniques and create a landscape image inspired by Tatton Park’s Japanese Garden, with expert tuition and a tour of the garden.
Marsden Moor Estate
Marsden Moor Estate is a vast moorland area in the South Pennines offering outdoor experiences such as walking on the Pennine Way and exploring natural moorland habitats. It features historic transport archaeology and a visitor exhibition at the old goods shed near Marsden railway station.
2 miles from Guided walk: Ruins and Reservoirs
11 Oct (this Sunday)
A seven-mile guided walk across the moor takes in views from Dinnerstones and Millstone Edge, a picnic stop at the ruins of Dowry Castle, reservoirs and the site of Roman Castleshaw.
Gulliver's World
Gulliver's World is a family-oriented theme park in Warrington with rides and attractions designed mainly for children aged 2 to 13, featuring multiple themed areas, indoor water play, and an indoor NERF arena as well as an on-site hotel and a WWII heritage centre.
Dunham Massey
Dunham Massey Hall is a Grade I listed English country house in Greater Manchester featuring historic formal gardens, a deer park, and a notable collection of Huguenot silver. The venue includes indoor experiences such as house tours and art collections, as well as outdoor experiences in its extensive gardens and deer park. It also commemorates its history as a World War I military hospital with immersive recreations. Visitors can enjoy food on-site and there are facilities and activities suitable for children.
Located in Warrington
Warrington is a historic industrial town in Cheshire, England, known for its Roman origins, market town heritage, vibrant shopping centers, cultural venues, and outdoor green spaces. It offers diverse leisure, music festivals, museums, and rich local history.
Lyme
Lyme Park is a large estate in Cheshire managed by the National Trust, featuring the largest house in Cheshire with Elizabethan and Palladian-Baroque architecture, extensive formal gardens and deer park, and historical indoor exhibits including the Lyme Caxton Missal. It also serves as a filming location and offers food facilities on site.
Near The Trees of Lyme Park and Their Fungal Associates
12 Oct–7 Nov (next week)
Explore an exhibition about five tree species at Lyme Park and their fungal associates, then follow a self-guided trail around the Top Lawn. On 17, 24 and 31 October, the exhibition curator will be available to answer questions and discuss the research.