Best History Museum in Horwich

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Best History Museum in Horwich

IWM North
IWM North
4.5 (4392 ratings)4.5 (2643 ratings)
Permanent and temporary exhibitions charting the effects of war, plus family events and activities.
Trafford Wharf Rd, Trafford Park, Stretford, Manchester M17 1TZ, United Kingdom
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Mentioned by MY RIGHT SOCK
42 FREE Things to Do in Manchester: Travel Guide
"A visit to the museum will help you explore how modern conflicts have affected the British society at large. The Imperial War Museum North is in Greater Manchester. It sits inside an unmissable aluminium building designed by Daniel Libeskind."
People's History Museum
People's History Museum
4.5 (1921 ratings)4.5 (948 ratings)
Former Edwardian pumping station housing displays on local and national working-class life.
Left Bank, Manchester, M3 3ER, United Kingdom
MuseumHistory Museums
Mentioned by Five Adventurers
Best Museums in Manchester for Children
"Manchester is a great city and there is so much to see and do as a family and its sad that its often overlooked when people are visiting the UK. Similarly to London, Manchester is jam packed with museums covering so many different areas and each providing a different and unique experience to children and families. Below are my pick of the best museums in Manchester for children which are all a great day out for families and most are free, so great for keeping the costs down on adventures!"
Mentioned by Pass the Property
Best Museums in Manchester to Visit
"Also known as the National Museum of Democracy, the People’s History Museum (PHM) tells the history of working people in the UK. It’s a national centre that provides opportunities for all visitors to learn about the ideas and lifestyle of people’s lives, including everything from equality, social justice, and a fair future for all. Located on the bank of the River Irwell, it combines a restored historic building and two permanent galleries in the centre city of Manchester."
Merseyside Maritime Museum
Merseyside Maritime Museum
4.6 (3415 ratings)4.5 (5688 ratings)
4 floors of maritime history including Titanic displays, evocative films and hands-on exhibits.
Royal Albert Dock, Liverpool, L3 4AQ, United Kingdom
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Mentioned by Liverpool Echo
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"There are two new displays of both powerful and thought-provoking artworks including Shane D’Allessandro's striking painting of the Union Jack - an ode to the Windrush generation capturing the Caribbean contribution to British Society. The painting has a personal story for Shane whose paternal grandparents were part of the Windrush generation and who supported Britain during and after World War Two. Lambeaux (scraps) by Giles Eli-Dit-Cosaque is a fantasised diary reconstructed from disparate elements."
Mentioned by list.co.uk
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"On the third floor of the Maritime Museum is the International Slavery Museum, just yards away from the dry docks where slave trading ships were repaired in the 18th century. Its exhibitions and collections highlight the importance of slavery in a…"
World Museum
World Museum
4.6 (9654 ratings)4.5 (3061 ratings)
5 floors of interactive natural history, scientific and world cultural exhibits, plus a planetarium.
William Brown St, Liverpool, L3 8EN, United Kingdom
MuseumHistoric SitesHistory MuseumsNatural History Museums
Mentioned by the Guardian
Top 10 family-friendly attractions in Liverpool
"Generations of children have gazed wide-eyed at Liverpool's World Museum's dinosaur displays, Egyptian mummies, creepy crawlies, aquarium and planetarium. This museum, which opened in 1853, continues to be a draw for school parties and for parents with children of all ages. Over the years, it has expanded to become one of the country's finest museums, featuring collections and displays of life sciences, earth sciences and human cultures around the world."
Mentioned by Trip101
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"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Jonathan Oldenbuck used under CC BY-SA 3.0. The World Museum in Liverpool is a huge museum that is part of the National Museums of Liverpool. It is popular for having extensive collections and exhibits about archeology, ethnology, and the natural and physical sciences."
Museum of Liverpool
Museum of Liverpool
4.6 (8978 ratings)4.5 (6359 ratings)
Striking modern purposebuilt building opened in 2011, with interactive displays on city's heritage,
Pier Head, Liverpool Waterfront, Liverpool, L3 1DG, United Kingdom
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Mentioned by Our Worldschooling Family
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"The contrast of the modern exterior compared with other museums is striking, constructed in 1993 it celebrates the exciting history and story of Liverpool including its famous music and sporting heroes. All aboard the railway and enjoy the 6000 objects that the museum houses. For our youngest, we always pay a visit to the play zone, The Little Liverpool Gallery, where the kids can splash in the water play area, relax in a sensory pod or play with the hands-on exhibits."
Mentioned by Trip101
12 Famous Buildings In Liverpool, England - Updated 2021
"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user El Pollock used under CC BY-SA 2.0. The Museum of Liverpool is another famous building in the city, whose goal is to tell the story of Liverpool, its people, and its importance globally. It is in Pier Head close to other notable buildings like the Royal Building, Cunard Building, Port of Liverpool, and more."
Mentioned by Evan Evans Tours
8 Amazing Things to See and Do in Liverpool
"A post shared by Museum of Liverpool (@museumofliverpool) on Mar 3, 2019 at 5:17am PST. During your stay in Liverpool, you should make time to visit one of its world-class museums. If you can only go to one, we recommend the Museum of Liverpool."
The Atkinson
The Atkinson
4.4 (80 ratings)4.5 (674 ratings)
Elegant arts venue staging music, comedy and theatre in a 19th-century building, with shop and cafe.
Lord St, Southport, PR8 1DB, United Kingdom
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Western Approaches
Western Approaches
4.7 (476 ratings)4.5 (490 ratings)
Restored, former secret underground HQ for directing the Battle of the Atlantic war effort.
1-3 Rumford St, Liverpool, L2 8SZ, United Kingdom
MuseumHistoric SitesHistory MuseumsMilitary Museums
Mentioned by The Guide Liverpool
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"The top secret underground bunker on Rumford Street is an absolutely fascinating piece of wartime history and its maze of rooms and WWII artefacts will be open again to visitors, every day from May 17. Bookings are valid for a year and you can either do a self-guided tour or opt for one of the private themed tours which they run. Visit the Western Approaches HQ website here."
Mentioned by Evan Evans Tours
8 Amazing Things to See and Do in Liverpool
"A post shared by Western Approaches HQ (@westernapproacheshq) on Jul 12, 2019 at 9:47am PDT. Hidden beneath the streets of Liverpool city centre is one of the most important buildings of the Second World War. Known locally as the ‘Fortress’, this little-known, top-secret bunker was the command centre for Navy & Air Force operations in the Atlantic."
Merseyside Maritime Museum
Merseyside Maritime Museum
4.6 (3415 ratings)
4 floors of maritime history including Titanic displays, evocative films and hands-on exhibits.
Royal Albert Dock, Liverpool, L3 4AQ, United Kingdom
Maritime museumHistory museumMuseum
Mentioned by England 10 days itinerary
A 10 Day UK Trip Itinerary by Public Transport
"As well as the Beatles Story, you’ll also find the Merseyside Maritime Museum, the Tate Liverpool, and the International Slavery Museum. Finally, football fans might want to take a stadium tour of Anfield – the home of Liverpool FC."
Clayton Hall
Clayton Hall
4.8 (73 ratings)5 (87 ratings)
Clayton Park, Ashton New Rd, Clayton, Manchester M11 4RU, United Kingdom
MuseumHistory Museums
Mentioned by Manchester Taxi Service
The Best Museums in Manchester
"The Clayton Hall Living History Museum dates back to the 15th century and you will therefore not see the global moated medieval buildings. The Museum is in the Grade II category. Volunteers have restored it back to its original look and it is now open to the public twice a month."
Turton Tower
Turton Tower
4.5 (365 ratings)4 (142 ratings)
Unusual fortification, stately home and cafe open to the public Wednesday, Sunday and bank holidays.
Chapeltown Rd, Chapeltown, Bolton BL7 0HG, United Kingdom
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Top Best American Restaurants in Horwich

Five Guys
Five Guys
4.3 (1374 ratings)
Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.
The Terrace, P3/P4, 14 Paradise St, Liverpool L1 8JF, United Kingdom
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MOJO
MOJO
4.1 (991 ratings)
Lively, rock 'n' roll-themed cocktail bar and US-style diner serving burgers, wings and shakes.
59A Bridge St, Manchester, M3 3BQ, United Kingdom
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Mentioned by DesignMyNight
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"Not only does MOJO whip up some of the best cocktails in the city, but it's also home to some unmissable vegan and vegetarian menus. Get stuck into the list of mai tais and pornstar martinis, matched with mac balls, plant-based hot dogs and fries smothered in an array of sauces."
Handmade Burger Co. Manchester Central
Handmade Burger Co. Manchester Central
4 (893 ratings)
Chain serving specialist burgers on sourdough or brioche buns and hand-mixed milkshakes.
The Old Courthouse, 184 Deansgate, Manchester M3 3WB, United Kingdom
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Mordern, Free, Best Art Museums in Horwich

Warrington Museum & Art Gallery
Warrington Museum & Art Gallery
4.5 (277 ratings)4.5 (256 ratings)
1857 museum with 200,000 artefacts displayed in original Victorian glass cabinets, plus fine art.
Bold St, Warrington, WA1 1DR, United Kingdom
Art museumMuseumsArt gallery
IWM North
IWM North
4.5 (4392 ratings)4.5 (2643 ratings)
Permanent and temporary exhibitions charting the effects of war, plus family events and activities.
Trafford Wharf Rd, Trafford Park, Stretford, Manchester M17 1TZ, United Kingdom
MuseumArt museumHistory museumWar museumSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by MY RIGHT SOCK
42 FREE Things to Do in Manchester: Travel Guide
"A visit to the museum will help you explore how modern conflicts have affected the British society at large. The Imperial War Museum North is in Greater Manchester. It sits inside an unmissable aluminium building designed by Daniel Libeskind."
Harris Museum, Art Gallery & Library
Harris Museum, Art Gallery & Library
4.6 (1543 ratings)4.5 (335 ratings)
Building with Greek-themed murals and sculptures, displaying textiles/history/photography/fine art.
Market Square, Preston, PR1 2PP, United Kingdom
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Best Lunch Restaurants in Horwich

Buttylicious
Buttylicious
4.2 (76 ratings)
8, Tower Buildings, Leicester St, Southport PR9 0BL, United Kingdom
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Sainsbury's Café
Sainsbury's Café
3.8 (42 ratings)
Flintoff Way, Preston, PR1 6PJ, United Kingdom
CafeBreakfast restaurantCoffee shopLunch restaurantRestaurant
Seed & Cherry
Seed & Cherry
4.8 (114 ratings)
20 Church St, Manchester, M4 1PN, United Kingdom
Coffee shopBreakfast restaurantBrunch restaurantLunch restaurant
Mentioned by Alliance City Living
Eight of the best brunch-heavens here in Manchester!
"Seed & Cherry in the trendy Northern Quarter offers a unique artisan coffee experience. Alongside this, you can enjoy breakfast or brunch which includes a variety of healthy and creative recipes served as small plates. Its unique menu means you can try a variety of European and Mediterranean style savoury brunch dishes and still have room for its famous French toast."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Horwich

Blackburn - Great prices, best rooms, nice place !
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Robin's Nest
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$171 /night
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The Glazebury Hotel
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$32.25 /night
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