Best History Museum in Penketh

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Best History Museum in Penketh

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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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
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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."
Mentioned by TripSavvy
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"The People's History Museum, known as the national museum of democracy, is tasked with studying and preserving the history of working people in the U.K. It looks at the past, present, and future, and houses exhibits on "ideas worth fighting for," a particularly engaging topic for anyone invested in what's going on in today's society. The museum displays nearly 1,500 historic objects, with the largest collection of trade union and other banners in the world."
Mentioned by MY RIGHT SOCK
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"The People’s History Museum, or the National Museum of Democracy, exhibits the entire spectrum of British social past, its present and future. Visitors can learn about the history of working rights in Britain, women equality, social justice, voting rights and several other elements of the UK’s political and social fabric. The collections at the museum include thousands of trade union banners, badges, political manifestoes and posters."
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 Mini Travellers - Family Travel & Family Holiday Tips
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"At the Merseyside Maritime Museum you can explore the nautical heritage of Liverpool. Alongside finding out about Liverpool’s central role in the American Civil War and Battle of the Atlantic, tour a historic Liverpool pilot cutter moored in the Dock and take a trip round the adjacent Pier Master’s House. For families the museum recommends:"
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
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Mentioned by Citybase Apartments
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"The World Museum is one of the better-known museums in Liverpool and is home to a large range of collections including archaeology, ethnology and the sciences. The museum also includes a Natural history Centre and a planetarium. Discover the history of the world with the museums brand new Ancient Egypt exhibit, or explore the array of beautiful tropical fish."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"At the Liverpool World Museum, the whole universe is at your disposal. From exploring the history of ancient Egypt, marvelling at the wonders of the universe or coming up close and personal to live animals, this lively museum and its 1.7 million artefacts will leave no stone unturned and no story untold."
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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Avro Heritage Museum
Avro Heritage Museum
4.7 (442 ratings)4.5 (168 ratings)
Chester Rd, Woodford, Stockport SK7 1QS, United Kingdom
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The Grosvenor Museum
The Grosvenor Museum
4.2 (577 ratings)4 (684 ratings)
Galleries on Chester's local history and Cheshire's natural history, plus temporary exhibitions.
27 Grosvenor St, Cheshire, Chester, CH1 2DD, United Kingdom
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Port Sunlight Museum
Port Sunlight Museum
4.6 (609 ratings)4.5 (694 ratings)
19th-century factory workers' model village in parkland, with museum on its history and a tea room.
23 King George's Dr, Bebington, Wirral CH62 5DX, United Kingdom
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Manchester Jewish Museum
Manchester Jewish Museum
4.5 (152 ratings)
190 Cheetham Hill Rd, Cheetham Hill, Manchester M8 8LW, United Kingdom
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Mentioned by list.co.uk
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"You'll find Manchester Jewish Museum in a former Spanish and Portuguese synagogue. The museum tells the stories, history and heritage of Jewish people of the area, via a collection of items. Located in the city centre, Manchester Jewish Museum is a…"
Dewa Roman Experience
Dewa Roman Experience
4.2 (253 ratings)3.5 (304 ratings)
Original artefacts from Chester and the Roman Empire, plus hands-on 'experiences' of Roman life.
1-2, off Pierpoint Ln, Bridge St, Chester CH1 1NL, United Kingdom
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Cheap Places to Eat in Penketh

J D's Sandwich Bar
J D's Sandwich Bar
4.5 (36 ratings)
21 Chester Rd, Whitby, Ellesmere Port CH65 9BE, United Kingdom
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Taco Bell
Taco Bell
3.9 (937 ratings)
Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.
8 Bold St, Liverpool, L1 4DS, United Kingdom
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Hoole Fish Bar
Hoole Fish Bar
4.6 (167 ratings)
4 Ermine Rd, Chester, CH2 3PL, United Kingdom
Fish and chips takeawayFast food restaurant
Mentioned by CheshireLive
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"This popular takeaway has achieved five star ratings on TripAdvisor, and the praise doesn't end there. As well as its earning kudos for its fish & chips, Hoole Fish Bar is described by some customers as 'by far the best Chinese around. 'Have never had a bad meal from here,' another reviewer said."
Mentioned by Gastroranking
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"30/03/2021: Always friendly service, fresh fish & chips #bestinchester. 18/03/2021: Could this be the best chip shop in the country?. Not visited for a few years now, but was blown away by the fish supper we had the other night."

Best Comedy Club in Penketh Area

The Comedy Store
The Comedy Store
4.6 (1781 ratings)
New branch of the comedy club, offering food, drinks and regular events including stand-up nights.
3 and 4 Arches Deansgate Locks, Whitworth St W, Manchester M1 5LH, United Kingdom
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Mentioned by I Love Manchester
The best nights out in Manchester according to TripAdvisor
"Manchester’s legendary stand-up comedy club remains an ever-popular destination, and has hosted pretty much every big name in comedy over the past 19 years. TripAdvisor reviewers had high praise for the venue’s staff, drinks and hot food offering. Typical reviews include: “Food was good, staff friendly and comedy funny."
Mentioned by Alliance City Living
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"The one you think of when someone says comedy in Manchester. Located on Deansgate Locks, this perfectly placed club offers some of the best stand up in town. Their auditorium set up makes it perfect for stand up."
Contact Theatre
Contact Theatre
4.5 (65 ratings)4 (16 ratings)
Charity-run venue fostering the creativity of teens/young adults, with workshops and gallery space.
Oxford Rd, Manchester, M15 6JA, United Kingdom
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Mentioned by Manchester Evening News
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"Contact Theatre will be heading out across Manchester this summer for a series of outdoor performances. Contact is an Oxford Road theatre and performing arts venue creating and producing its own shows, as well as hosting tours from the world’s best theatre companies. Contact will be heading out across the city this summer, delivering a series of outdoor performances before its building reopens to the public in September 2021."
Frog and Bucket Comedy Club - Now Back Open
Frog and Bucket Comedy Club - Now Back Open
4.5 (1119 ratings)
Stand-up from established and emerging comics, plus comfort food menu, weekend late bar and disco.
102 Oldham St, Manchester, M4 1LJ, United Kingdom
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Mentioned by Alliance City Living
Discover Manchester’s best comedy nights
"One of the first places to open up in the now uber-trendy Northern Quarter the Frog and Buckets plays host to Manchester's longest-running comedy club. Not only some fantastic homegrown talent, but comedy greats also pass through from all over the world. There are two opportunities every week to enjoy a giggle, their 'Barrel of Laughs' night and also their open mic night 'Beat the Frog'."

Top Rated Parks to Visit in Penketh

Woolton Woods/Camp Hill
Woolton Woods/Camp Hill
4.7 (314 ratings)
103 School Ln, Woolton, Liverpool L25 7TX, United Kingdom
Park
Mentioned by The Guide Liverpool
21 places to get you out walking and exploring Liverpool’s great outdoors
"Set within a natural conservation area, discover the 74-acre Camphill and Woolton Woods, providing an ideal setting to relax and unwind on your walk. Along the woodland pathways of this historic park, you’ll find a walled garden and magnificent views from Camp Hill, which was formerly home to a Bronze Age encampment. Further details here"
Norton Priory Museum & Gardens
Norton Priory Museum & Gardens
4.7 (435 ratings)4.5 (277 ratings)
Museum tracing 900 years of history and boasting an 18th-century walled garden, all set in woodland.
Tudor Rd, Windmill Hill, Runcorn WA7 1SX, United Kingdom
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Denzell Gardens
Denzell Gardens
4.5 (247 ratings)4 (64 ratings)
157 Dunham Rd, Bowdon, Altrincham WA14 4QD, United Kingdom
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Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Penketh

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Days Inn Chester East
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$33 /night
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Mercure Haydock Hotel
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$50.25 /night
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4.2 (979 reviews)
Holiday Inn Runcorn M56 Junction 12
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$44 /night
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