Best Museums in Cottam

We've collected top 10 mentioned museums in Cottam from other articles such as Manchester Evening News, Culture Trip, Lets Travel More.

Best Museums in Cottam

Manchester Art Gallery
Manchester Art Gallery
4.6 (5816 ratings)4.5 (1883 ratings)
Artworks spanning 6 centuries plus changing historic and contemporary exhibitions and family events.
Mosley St, Manchester, M2 3JL, United Kingdom
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Mentioned by The Ladybirds' Adventures
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"Grayson’s Art Club – An exhibition of works selected by artist Grayson Perry during Grayson’s Art Club, the popular Channel 4 TV series. All the works on display are very personal visual representations of lockdown, made by the public, well-known artists and celebrities for Grayson’s Art Club.Between Friday 2 July and Sunday 29 August. Other exhibitions are also on too."
National Football Museum
National Football Museum
4.3 (4302 ratings)4.5 (3428 ratings)
More than 140,000 football-related items plus a kids' discovery zone and skills-testing simulators.
Urbis Building Cathedral Gardens, Todd St, Manchester M4 3BG, United Kingdom
National museumMuseumsSports memorabilia storeVisitor centerSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by Citybase Apartments
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"It not only includes all the expected exhibits but also boasts interactive attractions to keep the whole family entertained, even the partner that is not that much of a fan!. To top it off, the museum is located inside one of Manchester’s newest and most iconic buildings – The Urbis. Interactive, passionate and full of history, just like the beautiful game itself."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"Anyone with an interest in football should make a beeline to the National Football Museum, situated inside the dramatic glass building previously known as Urbis. Find out more about your favourite sport, including an extensive look at the last time England won the World Cup, and take the chance to refine your own football skills."
The Whitworth
The Whitworth
4.5 (1560 ratings)4 (813 ratings)
Visual arts collection surrounded by parkland, closed for massive expansion work until summer 2014.
Oxford Rd, Manchester, M15 6ER, United Kingdom
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Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
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"Manchester's second most important art gallery is arguably its most beautiful, following a restoration that saw the doubling of its exhibition space through the opening of its sides and back, and the construction of glass-screened promenades. Inside is a fine collection of British watercolours, the best selection of historic textiles outside London and galleries devoted to the work of artists from Dürer and Rembrandt to Lucian Freud and David Hockney."
Mentioned by TripSavvy
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"Found in Whitworth Park, the Whitworth Art Gallery is part of the University of Manchester and owns more than 60,000 works of art. It was first opened in 1889 and now showcases paintings by the likes of William Blake, Thomas Gainsborough, and Camille Pissarro. There is also an extensive collection of modern and contemporary art, as well as a wallpaper collection, which includes more than 5,000 examples of vibrant papers."
Madame Tussauds Blackpool
Madame Tussauds Blackpool
4.4 (6370 ratings)4 (6492 ratings)
Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries.
87-89 Central Promenade, FY1 5AA, United Kingdom
MuseumsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by BabyBreaks
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"The famous waxwork museum will enthral your children with life-like figures of all their favourite stars, from Ed Sheeran and Ariana Grande to Prince William and The Queen!. They will also love taking pictures next to their idols, including all the Marvel Superheroes. In short, a fun experience for a rainy day and a winning thing to do with kids in Blackpool."
Mentioned by Full Suitcase Family Travel Blog
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"Check out the most popular tourist attractions and fun family activities along the Promenade!. In addition to the ‘uniquely Blackpool’ things to do mentioned above, there are also so many other fun activities and tourist attractions along the Promenade. You won’t know what to choose first!"
Salford Museum and Art Gallery
Salford Museum and Art Gallery
4.5 (616 ratings)4.5 (189 ratings)
Permanent and temporary exhibitions include Victorian art, street mock-up and local history archive.
Crescent, Salford, M5 4WU, United Kingdom
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Mentioned by Creative Tourist
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"Salford Museum and Art Gallery, Peel Park, The Crescent, Salford, Greater Manchester, M5 4WU - Visit now. Salford Museum and Art Gallery is a friendly city museum close to Peel Park with special appeal to families; the highlight is Lark Hill Place, a charming Victorian Street installation. Salford Museum and Art Gallery began a phased reopening at the beginning of August."
Mentioned by Creative Tourist
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"Salford Museum and Art Gallery, Peel Park, The Crescent, Salford, Greater Manchester, M5 4WU - Visit now. A family friendly city museum that stakes a claim as the UK’s first free public library. Explore the historic Lark Hill Place street installation then let loose in Peel Park."
Clitheroe Castle
Clitheroe Castle
4.5 (501 ratings)
Remains of a 12th-century castle keep, chapel & jail, with an adjoining museum & surrounding garden.
Clitheroe, BB7 1BA, UK
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Mentioned by Park Leisure
Local Area - Ribble Valley, Lancashire
"Stood high on Castle Hill dominating Clitheroe’s skyline for over 800 years, Clitheroe Castle Museum is now open after a complete makeover and offers a day of exploration for all the family. Explore the hands-on galleries, collections and displays which reveal amazing stories and take you on a journey through 350 million years of history."
Science And Industry
Science And Industry
4.6 (112 ratings)4.5 (7514 ratings)
Stylish, hidden-away bar with a speakeasy vibe known for a variety of imaginative cocktails.
49, 51 Thomas St, Manchester M4 1NA, United Kingdom
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The Crypt
The Crypt
4.9 (30 ratings)5 (56 ratings)
31 Birley St, Blackpool, FY1 1EG, United Kingdom
MuseumsCafeClothing storeCollectibles storeCostume storeHome goods storeSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by Manchester Evening News
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"You might recognise The Horror Crypt from The Killers music video for Here with Me, but this quirky spot on the promenade has recently undergone a facelift - transforming it into an exciting walk-through attraction. You'll find genuine props from horror movies & TV shows, terrifying special FX, animatronics and life size displays based on some of your favourite scary movies and histories most feared murderers - complete with many an unexpected surprise. A must-visit for any horror fan and definitely not for the faint hearted."
Centre for Chinese Contemporary Art (CFCCA)
Centre for Chinese Contemporary Art (CFCCA)
4.2 (114 ratings)4.5 (36 ratings)
Long-established venue for exhibitions, residencies, festivals and events, with an eclectic shop.
13 Thomas St, Manchester, M4 1EU, United Kingdom
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Mentioned by Kev's Best
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"Centre For Chinese Contemporary Art is a unique art gallery with a year-round programme of socially engaged exhibitions, events, and artist residencies. They have over 30 years experience of working with emerging and established artists to provide a space for conversation, debate, and cross-cultural exchange. They are the go-to place to discover new artists and explore relevant global issues from different international perspectives."
Mentioned by nationalfootballmuseum.com
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"CFCCA reopens with a duo of exhibitions investigating and unpicking themes of belonging, identity and citizenship in a globalised and hyper-connected society. Housed in CFCCA’s Northern Quarter galleries, the exhibitions are just a few minutes’ walk from the Arndale Shopping Centre. Multiplicities in Flux brings together works by contemporary artists Grace Lau and Eelyn Lee in a dialogue around identity and belonging."
Mentioned by Manchester Evening News
When are Manchester's art galleries, museums and theatres reopening?
"Manchester's Centre for Chinese Contemporary Art will reopen both of its galleries on Wednesday May 19. Exhibitions Multiplicities in Flux and Autopsy of a Home, which originally opened in October, will be back until June 13. Booking is advised at cfcca.org.uk but walk-ups are welcome."
Spitfire Visitor Centre Hangar 42
Spitfire Visitor Centre Hangar 42
4.8 (137 ratings)4.5 (73 ratings)
Hangar 42 (South) Blackpool Airport, Squires Gate Ln, Blackpool, FY4 2QY, United Kingdom
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Mentioned by Insider Blackpool
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"as the name would suggest, our last suggestions may not ‘geographically’ qualify as Blackpool…… but its right on the boarder (basically, on Blackpool Airport..and has a Blackpool postcode….. which makes us wonder if they’re just being posh by putting ‘lytham’ in the name lol) and one which a lot of you will pass without knowing on your way into the town. Just off Squires Gate lane is located the Lytham Spitfire Centre. For a fiver (per adult – kids £3 ands under 10’s free!!) you can look around the centre and see some of the spitfire restoration going on plus….."
Mentioned by Manchester Evening News
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"Located at Blackpool Airport, and constructed for the RAF at the outbreak of World War II, Hangar 42 was home to various RAF and Polish Squadrons, operating night fighter cover for Preston and Merseyside Docklands. Today, it has been transformed into a visitors centre and retains many of its original features from when it was active. A dedicated team of volunteers portray life in the RAF for both air crew and ground crew during those desperate days of World War Two."

Best Comedy Club in Cottam Area

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
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"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'."
Viva Blackpool
Viva Blackpool
4.3 (1366 ratings)
Sizable, live entertainment venue with cabaret seating and eclectic programme, plus pre-show dining.
Viva, Building, 3 Church St, Blackpool FY1 1HJ, United Kingdom
Cabaret clubBarComedy clubEvent venueFunction room facilityLive music venueNight clubRestaurant
Mentioned by Funktion Events – Hen Party Ideas, Stag Do Ideas, Birthday & Team Building Ideas
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"Then pop down to Viva Blackpool Comedy Club where you can take in a fantastic live show. This venue brings in some of the biggest and best names in UK comedy, including the iconic Lancashire duo Cannon & Ball and has featured comedians such as Joe Pasquale and Jim Davidson. The club also hosts regular themed nights that will keep you laughing all the way through the evening!"
Mentioned by Blackpool Guide
Nightlife
"Viva, the Vegas venue in the heart of Blackpool, boasts three rooms each one hosts a different show. Viva offers pre-show dining. Nearby: The Tower, North Pier, The Grand Theatre, Pelham Lodge, Winter Gardens, Opera House, all LGBT+ venues."
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
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsArt centerArts organizationCafeComedy clubLive music venueTheaters
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."

Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Cottam

Reconstruction of Mamucium Roman Fort Wall
Reconstruction of Mamucium Roman Fort Wall
4.5 (29 ratings)
Beaufort St, Manchester, M3 4JL, United Kingdom
Historical landmark
Mentioned by Fountain of Travel
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"Whilst Manchester can’t compete with Chester when it comes to Roman ruins, you can still appreciate Manchester’s Roman history in Castlefield. Manchester was basically a Roman fort called Mamucium and in Castlefield you can find a reconstruction of the fort built upon the excavated foundations."
Bertram's Restaurant
Bertram's Restaurant
4.5 (575 ratings)
Crow Wood,Royle Lodge,Royle Lane M65 Off, Holme Rd, Burnley BB12 0RT, United Kingdom
Fine dining restaurantCocktail barFrench restaurantPiano bar
Mentioned by Park Leisure
Local Area - Ribble Valley, Lancashire
"Take a loved one to the elegant and stylish Bertram’s Restaurant and enjoy adult-only dining with a difference. Start with drinks on the scenic Terrace Bar, followed by a sumptuous meal. Alternatively, opt for one of their popular afternoon teas – the perfect celebratory treat!"
Most Wanted
Most Wanted
3.2 (131 ratings)
78 Friargate, Preston, PR1 2ED, United Kingdom
Fast food restaurantAmerican restaurantChicken restaurantIndian takeawayItalian restaurantPizza deliveryPizza restaurantPizza Takeout

Best Shopping Malls in Cottam Area

Quayside MediaCityUK
Quayside MediaCityUK
4 (9218 ratings)3 (827 ratings)
Large outlet mall in redeveloped docklands with clothing, houseware and beauty product shops.
The Quays, Salford, M50 3AH, United Kingdom
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Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
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"Behind the Arts Centre in Salford Quays is an outlet mall with savings of up to 70% at 90+ stores on two floors. This is the only factory outlet mall in Greater Manchester, offering discounts in fashion, interior design, home appliances, sportswear, cosmetics and much more. A few of the British household names at the Lowry Outlet are Marks & Spencer, Clarks, Clintons and The Body Shop, as well as Gap, Black and Decker, Trespass, Holland & Barrett, The Works, Claire’s and Cotton Traders."
Great Northern
Great Northern
4.3 (3386 ratings)
Retail and leisure complex with shops, cinema and bowling alley, in converted Victorian warehouse.
Management Suite, 235 Deansgate, Manchester M3 4EN, United Kingdom
PlazaCasinoFood courtMovie theaterShopping mall
West One Retail Park
West One Retail Park
4.1 (1813 ratings)
Eccles New Rd, Eccles, Salford, M50 1ZD, United Kingdom
Shopping mall

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Cottam

3.5 (25 reviews)
Fern Lodge
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$150 /night
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4.6 (9 reviews)
Marina Princes Reach
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$96 /night
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Cuthbert Hill Farm, CHIPPING
farmhouse · 12 Guests · 6 Bedrooms
$807 /night*
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