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"There’s nowhere better to see just how how much Manchester was the heart of the Industrial Revolution than at the Museum of Science and Industry. The train station with the old tracks, the hangars full of disused planes…I really felt transported back to the 19th century. Back then, this city would have felt like the centre of the world to the people who lived there."

"While primarily aimed at younger visitors, the Museum of Science and Industry is still a great place for teenagers to learn about the fascinating history of science, particularly in Manchester. The museum is free, and packed with interactive features as well as interesting displays. If Science isn’t your thing, Manchester is blessed with many other museums."

"From personal survivor accounts to common conflict themes, the Imperial War Museums explores the human aspect of war and the effect it has on everyday life before, during and after. Featuring one-off exhibitions as well as a main showcase and connected to other similar museums around the UK, the IWM shines and light on the conflicts Britain and the Commonwealth have been involved in since World War I. Focusing on the many changes war has brought to the UK, from the role of women in society to technology and science advances."

"The People's History Museum is the national center for the collection, conservation, interpretation, and study of material relating to the history of working people in Britain. Located in a former pumping station, the museum showcases the history of British democracy and its impact on the population, as well as extensive collections of artifacts relating to trade unions and women's suffrage. Two other museums close by are the Manchester Jewish Museum, with its collection dealing with the city's Jewish community, and the Museum of Transport, with its many old buses and other vehicles belonging to the city transport services."

"Housed inside a former Edwardian pumping station, the People’s History Museum is one of the city’s most exciting institutions, dedicated to the history of democracy in the UK. Covering subjects much more radical than your average museum, exhibits chart the past two hundred years of working-class life for the people of Britain. Pay a visit to learn more about the fight for the vote whilst perusing one of the largest public collections of political material in Britain."

"It’s where you can find out all about art, culture and natural history across four floors. Expect an old school museum experience with highlights including a T Rex skeleton, insect collections and activities during the school holidays. The museum one of the city centre-based things to do in Manchester with kids."

"Address: University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester M13 9PL. Manchester Museum is one of my favourite museums in Manchester. Their focus is natural history and they also have sections on culture and Ancient Egypt/Sudan."

"You may crave some culture next, and Manchester is more than able to accommodate. The John Rylands Library is an excellent choice with late 19th century gothic architecture to appreciate and fresh, new exhibits rotating through every couple of months. You will be captivated by the juxtaposition of old and new and enthralled by the art and imagination of the works inside."

"On Deansgate in Manchester is the John Rylands Library, a late-19th century Victorian building in a Gothic style. What’s so different about this library is that it looks a lot more like a cathedral than a place for housing books. It is considered by many as Manchester’s most beautiful building and houses some of the earliest books ever printed."

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"Peanut butter Bagel, Grilled Asparagus, Green Tea, First day back on the wagon #vegan #breakfast #veganbreakfast. A post shared by Lauren Mary (@girlseatplants) on Sep 17, 2016 at 3:08am PDT. This stylish restaurant has plenty of vegan options on its menu."

"6 Harrogate Parade, Moortown, Leeds LS17 6PXThough Filmore and Union no longer have a city centre location, you can still get their tasty, vegan-friendly brunch & lunch dishes to-go in the ‘burbs of Moortown."

"Although it’s no longer in the city centre, Filmore and Union is still going strong, and it’s still one of the best places to get brunch in Leeds."

"Located in one of Manchester’s most vibrant neighbourhoods, First Street Bar & Kitchen offers a comfortable place for guests to come to eat, drink and relax. It’s eclectic menus are packed with internationally inspired cocktails and dishes. The sun kissed terrace with games area, feature circular...See more"