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"Set amid the remnants of a the world's oldest surviving passenger railway station, this is a true museum for all the family, with a walk-through replica sewer and exhibits illustrating Manchester's industrial and scientific history. All the museum's permanent exhibitions are free. Other highlights include a display on the life and work of the chemist John Dalton, and a rebuild of the world's first computer.Contact:mosi.org.uk"

"A family favourite, the Science and Industry Museum is a celebration of the ideas and inventions originating in the city of Manchester. Set in the original terminus of the world’s first inter-city railway, you’ll discover how life has changed and improved since the Industrial Revolution. ‘The Textiles Gallery’ tells the story of ‘Cottonopolis’, how Manchester was once the international centre of the world’s cotton industry."

"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."

"Opposite the Lowry on the south side of the Manchester Ship Canal in Trafford Park is one of five branches for the Imperial War Museum, opened in 2002. This remarkable building, with three interlocking metallic shards (invoking air, earth and water), was designed by Daniel Libeskind and intended to induce a feeling of disorientation apt for war. The entrance is in the 55-metre-high “air shard”, while the permanent exhibition is on the first floor in the “earth shard”."

"This museum focuses chiefly on the human cost of war in the 20th and 21st centuries. From Feb 6–June 13 it will exhibit the work of and personal memorabilia of war photographer Don McCullin. Other exhibitions include images by Sean Sutton, an exploration of the life of Odette Hallowes, the heroine of World War Two, and a photographic display marking the twentieth anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall."

"The Imperial War Museum, the huge silver structure across the water from MediaCityUK, will be back open from May 19. The main exhibition space, along with the Big Picture Show - which projects documentary-style footage and stories onto the walls of the gallery - will both return. The exhibition Aid Workers: Ethics Under Fire is also open, free to visit and extended until September 24."

"The People's History Museum, which sits right on the River Irwell on the border of Salford and Manchester, will fully reopen on May 19. This will be an exciting one to watch as it launches its brand new cafe offering in partnership with zero-waste enterprise Open Kitchen. Reopening next week will be the main galleries, the banner exhibition, the changing exhibitions gallery, the shop, and the archive and study centre."

"If you want to find out more about the history of working people, the trade union movement, women’s suffrage, the cooperative movement and more, then you’ll love the People’s History Museum. Main Gallery 2, Peoples History Museum. Fresh from its £12.5 million redevelopment, this museum houses more than 400 trade union and political banners, 7,000 trade union badges and 2,000 political and election posters."

"Located in Manchester University, Manchester Museum showcases works and collections of Natural History, archaeology, and anthropology. With a wide range of events and galleries throughout the year, be sure to visit their website to find out what’s on during your stay."

"Great for the family or even if you just love museums. There are all sorts of amazing exhibitions for you to enjoy. A fantastic place to visit!"

"Head to the late-Victorian neo-Gothic building for amazing architecture which will add a splash of sophistication to your feed. John Rylands Library was opened to the public in 1900 and looks more like a castle or cathedral rather than a place to loan out books. Venture into the Reading Room with its ornate wooden carvings and designs, for the best photos."

"Out of all the sights in Manchester, John Rylands Library is my favourite. This is the one place I bring all new visitors to Manchester and I just can’t get enough of this beautiful building. It was built in memory of John Rylands by his widow (very Taj Mahal) and looks like it has been plucked straight out of a Harry Potter novel."

"The John Rylands Library in Manchester is a breath-taking library. It opened in 1900 as a tribute to Enriqueta Ryland’s husband John Ryland. You can find statues of the both of them in the main hall."

"There’s an incredible history behind Pendle Hill, a Bronze Age burial site. This breathtaking landmark maintains a strong association with witchcraft thanks to the witch trials of 1612. For walkers, access to the hill is most commonly from nearby village of Barley."

"This million pound venue opened its doors in early 2006 , located in the heart of the gay village of Queen Street. Since its opening, it has won various awards at the Blackpool Pride Awards. The Flying Handbag has a purpose-built cabaret, pool table, roof terrace, seating area and we can’t forget the dancefloor!"

"A busy, longstanding nightlife venue with drag shows, in-and outdoor seating (do not miss the rooftop area if the weather allows), and solid party vibes. Those arriving early enter free of charge; drinks are cheaper before 8pm after which the price goes up."

"Famous LGBTQ cabaret bar with a large horseshoe bar, dance floor, raised seating area, conservatory and roof terrace. Linked to the Flamingo club. Nearby: Funny Girls, Flamingo club, Pelham Lodge, North Pier, Blackpool North Station, all LGBT+ venues"

"Ok, not a club but this cultural institution and home to The Smiths Disco is a right of passage for any student living in the city and arguably the best night in Manchester. Rest assured, this club night will defo have you fretting about the fact that you haven’t got a stitch to wear. If you don’t get this reference maybe it is time to move to the next club…"

"If you want to fill your fridge with a few days’ worth of nourishing, vegan food with a Middle Eastern influence, get a delivery from The Ottömen. Stockport’s own veggie lockdown food saviours are more used to dishing up at sociable food markets like Grub but their transition online has worked really well as we found when we reviewed one of their veggie mezze bundles. The vegan options are plentiful."

"Working hours: From 04:00 PM to 01:00 AM(Hours or availability may differ due to COVID-19). Address: 5 Cherry Tree Road North - FY4 4NY. Delivery:FREE (Collection & Delivery )"

"Zad’s is a fast-food restaurant that offers the finest and most sumptuous vegan pizza that you can ever try and taste. Established in 2017, this 100% vegan shop is considered a game-changer when it comes to the industry of fast-food restaurants as they highly prioritize healthy diet and ethical sourcing of the food that they serve in their menu. Whether you are looking for a gluten-free base, stuffed crust or thin crust, they have the right flavour of pizza that would surely tempt your palate."

"Sometimes there’s nothing you want more than a takeaway, but they can be a tricky dining option for vegans. That’s where ZAD’S comes in. Based in the southern suburb of Chorlton, its speciality is vegan pizzas, which even come in a stuffed crust option."

"Serving a fully plant-based menu of pizzas, burgers and hot dogs, Zad’s vegan takeaway is currently operating deliveries from its Chorlton site. Orders available via Deliveroo and Just Eat."

"Situated in the new financial district of Manchester, a few minutes stroll away from Deansgate, Zizzi Italian restaurant in Spinningfields offers some of the finest al fresco dining in Manchester, with views overlooking the River Irwell."

"The award-winning Avenham and Miller Parks are two adjoined parks located close to Preston City Centre in the stunning Avenham Valley and providing the ideal place to picnic, take a walk, relax and get some fresh air. The popular Ribble Valley Way National Trail also follows the river through Avenham Park and provides a fantastic and idyllic picturesque setting to enjoy by foot or bike."

"These are parks are quite simply beautiful, and you can get married in them too!. They’re filled with interest like a a natural amphitheatre and Sebastopol cannon."