Best Shopping Malls, Outlet and Places in Great Sankey Area

"A trip to Liverpool is incomplete without stopping by Liverpool ONE. This large shopping complex is at the heart of Liverpool’s city centre and holds all of the most popular chain stores and entertainment facilities. Complete with a cinema, adventure golf, and even two hotels, Liverpool ONE is the largest open-air shopping centre in the UK. Liverpool ONE consists of six districts, providing street markets, fashion, department stores, restaurants and more."

"Even if you don't Intend to buy anything, the whole experience of being there is pretty good.”. “Love this shopping centre, with shops like Sport Direct, John Lewis, Pull and Bear, Liverpool FC shop, Hollister, Monsoon, Victoria's Secret, Gap and Zara. Close to other shopping streets as well."

"What: Ok so Hatch is more of a food market than a restaurant, but it certainly has plenty of outdoor space. The shopping and dining hub is made up of a variety of different street food restaurants and independent shops housed inside converted shipping containers. All you have to do is have a browse, pick the food you want to eat and then settle in on one of the bench tables dotted around the space - simple.Where: 103 Oxford Road, M1 7ED"

"Hatch is a hip and trendy box park located on Oxford Road, close to the University of Manchester. You can head there for drinks or food or shopping. Moreover, you can take some nice photos there."

"Anyone who grew up in Manchester probably spent a good proportion of their teenage years wandering around Afflecks (formally known as Affleck’s Palace). Since its opening in 1981, this warren of independent shops is a perfect alternative to high street shopping in the city, offering everything from rubber jumpsuits to rave gear. Yes, there will always be that side of Afflecks (you’ll also find condoms and sex toys), but there really is something for everyone if you take the time to browse its multitude of market stalls."

"I ended up at the massive building of ‘Afflecks’, which turned out to be “An Emporium of Eclecticism“, meaning it was full of shops selling random shit, basically. Afflecks is an indoor market with dozens of independent stalls, small shops and boutiques, some of them quite strange, but also a lot of them with awesome handmade goods."

"Affleck’s is a perfect spot for a stylish and unusual photo. It’s also a place, where you can buy a lot of unusual things for a photoshoot or just for yourself. There are some amazing dresses, jewellery and other items that I have never seen anywhere else!"

"One of the city's hidden gems, Castlefield Gallery will be able to show its Obstructions exhibition in real life for the first time - for five days only. Obstructions brought together 15 artists from across Greater Manchester during lockdown. The gallery is open from May 19 and you can see more at castlefieldgallery.co.uk."

"Established by artists in 1984, Castlefield Gallery is Manchester’s first public contemporary visual art gallery dedicated to the advancement of contemporary visual art and artists."

"Barton Arcade is a Victorian shopping arcade that has shops and restaurants on the ground floor and offices and administrative spaces on all the other floors. The architecture style is really beautiful and the stairs between floors are stunning as well. Barton Arcade is especially beautiful when it’s empty in the morning hours (just after opening), so you can capture it without the crowds."

"Barton Arcade is a shopping mall in a beautiful Victorian building. There are shops and restaurants on the ground floor and offices on the upper floors. The ceiling is made from cast-iron and glass and gives you the feeling of a botanical garden."

"Barton Arcade is a Victorian-style shopping arcade built in 1871. While there are many cute arcades throughout the UK, come to Barton Arcade for its colorful tiles and ironwork!"

"Cavern Walks – Shopping Centre offers a full shopping experience with the many shops and outlets that they have. From health and beauty to jewellery and accessories, ladies and men’s fashion and food and drink outlets, you would certainly complete all the things that you are looking for from your shopping list. A wonderful retail destination where you can find all good finds from the leading brands in the market, they guarantee a fun shopping experience for you and your family."

"One of Liverpool’s favourite shopping destinations, Cavern Walks is home to more than just your usual high street fashion brands. With a rich mix of retailers offering boutique fashion, one-off creations and bespoke pieces, Cavern Walks is a great place to shop if you’re after something you can’t pick up on the high street. It’s not all shops either, with food and drink vendors aplenty, you can find everything from small-batch coffee to a tasty snack."

"Bright clean little shopping centre where you can see the Beatles statue. Leads onto Mathew Street where you have The Cavern, Cilla's statue. Worth nipping down into the Cavern to see all the memorabilia."

"The Suites Hotel & Spa is based in Knowsley, about a half an hour drive from Liverpool city centre, making it an ideal stay for those who don’t want to be amongst the action of such a busy city. The spa here is one of a kind, hence why we think it’s one of the best spa hotels in Liverpool. It’s home to seven treatment rooms including a relaxation suite, Bollinger nail suite, thermal suite, an ice room, Rasul chamber and much more."

"The award-winning The Suites Hotel and Spa was recognised by the Good Spa Guide as offering outstanding luxury. This means you can pretty much rest assured that a spa day here will be great. There are over ninety different treatment options to choose from that focus on every emotion and issue, from deep relaxation and sleep to invigoration and tension release."

"The Trafford Ecology Park is tucked away in the industrial Trafford Park behind an oil depot and is a registered Biological Important site and a true oasis of wildlife. The park is spread across an area of eleven acres and is a true delight for a nature enthusiast."

"Eastham Country Park is a 100 acres of woodland that is good for peaceful walks while having a one of a kind birdwatching adventure. Experience the abundance in birdlife and greeneries that this country park is offering. A perfect place for the family to have their quality time, kids and their parents would love to do the many activities offered in this place."

"Chester Zoo is one of the largest in Britain requiring a full day of exploration. The zoo is home to over 12,000 animals, so there's no shortage of things to see. Added to this list is the newest and largest attraction - the Islands at Chester Zoo - which recreates the tropical environments of six South East Asian islands."

"If you're visiting with the kids or just looking to get your animal fix, the Chester Zoo is a spectacular place to spend the afternoon. A wide variety of world animals and their respective habitats are spread across the 125-acre attraction. There is also a dynamic play space, daily events, and a gift shop for souvenirs."

"With our 8,000 animals, in 110 acres of award-winning zoological gardens?. With the 1.4 million people who come to visit every year?. With the many conservation projects we’re involved with, at home and abroad?"

"It’s the wildest day out in the north west, when you find animal families from all over the world, waiting to meet you at Knowsley Safari. From Antelopes to Buffalo and beautiful Big Cats, fasten your seatbelts as you set off on Knowsley Safari’s 5-mile Safari Drive. Meanwhile, the cheeky monkeys have been missing you over at Baboon Jungle, or get adventurous on The Foot Safari, with all sorts of species waiting to be discovered, and socially distanced picnic tables for hungry explorers."

"For any families that are animal lovers and want to experience seeing some of the most amazing creatures that walk the earth in a unique way, then Knowsley Safari Park is your answer. Driving around the park you will be up close to some of the most well-loved animals including giraffes and lions. You can also experience the park differently by heading out of your car and into the park on foot where you can enjoy the animals as well as some great attractions and things to do."

"Knowsley Safari is a five-mile safari experience, with over 700 animals to see. Exciting, educational excursion for the whole family. Fun Things to Do in Liverpool With Kids"

"If you need a venue that will allow kids of all ages to let off some steam while doing something completely out of the ordinary, Chill Factore is ideal. The indoor ski slope can be used for skiing, snowboarding, doughnut sledging, and more. It is truly one of the best sports-based activities in Manchester and the north-west."