Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Withington

"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"

"Manchester is world famous for its connections to science and industry, from the first steam-powered mill and the first steam-powered railway line, to the invention of the modern computer. Based on the site of the oldest passenger railway station in the world, you can find out more about Manchester's industrial history through their hands-on exhibitions and their huge collection of vintage vehicles and machinery."

"The Museum of Science and Industry shines a light on the inventions and innovations created in Manchester that have gone on to benefit the world. With a collection that spans 250 years, there are plenty of objects and stories to explore."

"Opened at The Quays in Trafford Park, Manchester in July 2002 and created to give northern audiences access to the national....."

"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."

"The People's History Museum, located in Spinningfields, is the national museum of democracy. The More in Common: in Memory of Jo Cox exhibition sees the Jo Cox memorial wall on public display for the first time since Jo’s murder in June 2016. The specially commissioned virtual Wall of Hope is a space to add personal tribute messages."

"Situated on Oxford Road, the Manchester Museum is home to three floors of displays and exhibitions, featuring objects from around the world. Wild Chorus is a new soundscape exhibition, created by sound artist Harry Ovington in the first lockdown and acting as a time capsule."

"Run by the University of Manchester, this museum and its superb Gothic Revival building embraces anthropology, natural history, and archaeology…"

"John Rylands Research Institute and Library, 150 Deansgate, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 3EH - Visit now. John Rylands Library houses a collection of rare books that spans five millennia – including an original Gutenberg Bible – in a neo-Gothic building that took nine years to build."

"You cannot have a list of the best parks in Manchester and not include Vimto Park. You may or may not know, but the beloved drink’s birthplace is this great city. Vimto Park is next to the University of Manchester and is home to a Vimto monument."

"You’ll find that Pie & Ale is spread over two spacious rooms and a large outdoor area, meaning that there’s more than enough space to spread out and relax while enjoying a tasty craft beer. Make sure to order your perfectly-crafted specialty beer with one of their pies. They pair together perfectly."

"If the name wasn't a giveaway, this Manchester bar is famous for two things. Pie & Ale is situated in the Northern Quarter of this great city and combines a slick modern interior with traditional food and beer. Expect a selection from local micro-breweries paired with handmade pies."

"The Smoke Bar and Grill’s stylish contemporary interior offer the perfect ambience to enjoy its eclectic modern European menu. Located in the Treasury Building in Warrington, this is where great food and drink come together for a complete dining…"

"This small shop on buzzy Tib Street is jam-packed with bottles, cans and kegs of beers from Manchester, as well as from the UK and across the globe. Brews from the inner city include neon-packaged Runaway Brewery (smoked porter, summer saison, American brown ale), Track Brewing Co. (visit its weekly brew tap events under the arches of Picadilly), and Cloudwater, which has gained a global reputation for itself over the past few of years. The friendly staff sure know their porters from their DIPAs, so make sure you pick their brains."

"Based in the heart of the Northern Quarter, Beermoth is a unique brewery compared to the others on this list as this one has two shops. One in the Northern Quarter and the other in Manchester city centre. The shop in the city centre is a belgian-style beer cafe which offers beer, food, coffee in a relaxing environment."

"If gorgeous food, a fine dining experience and an environment steeped in history are your thing, then make The French your next restaurant of choice. Based within Manchester’s grand Midland Hotel, The French became one of the first UK restaurants to be awarded the honour of a Michelin-star. Since reopening in 2013, and again undergoing refurbishment in 2016, the restaurant has made rapid progress towards once again becoming one of the finest eating destinations in the country."

"The Midland Hotel, 16 Peter Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 2DS. Adam Reid has kept The French at the top of Manchester’s restaurant tree for many years, and while the grand dining room is opulent, the vibe feels less formal and the food continues to impress."

"Unit 2-5 The Old Court House | George Street Buxton, Buxton SK17 6AY, EnglandReservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free WifiFrench, European, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free OptionsLunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night+44 1298 437024"

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Dan1980 used under CC BY 3.0. Photo is only for illustrative purposes. Sankey Valley Park is a wonderful location to blow those cobwebs away, get that heart rate up and partake in a brisk walk in Warrington’s most loved parkland."

"Excellent park for a decent length walk, plenty of wildlife along the way. There are many birds and a couple of foxes around dusk. There is also plenty of space and singing birds."