World-class music. Super sport. Best soaps on the telly. Pack more into the North West and you’d push it into the Irish Sea.
Discover wildlife up close at Knox Wood Wildlife Centre, a charming nature reserve nestled on Thornby Moor in Cumbria — perfect for little explorers... Keep reading
A wetland wildlife centre where nature soothes, wildlife thrives, and calm waters meet open skies. Visitors can experience front row seats to thousands of... Keep reading
Get up close with majestic birds of prey and fascinating wildlife at this hands-on falconry and wildlife centre in Cheshire. Perfect for families who... Keep reading
A charming family-owned zoo set in the beautiful grounds of a Victorian hall in Warrington, home to hundreds of animals from around the world.... Keep reading
A family-friendly aquarium featuring over 75 displays of tropical and indigenous fish species, including sharks, rays, turtles, eels, and octopuses. The attraction includes free... Keep reading
Get up close to lions, elephants, rhinos and more on a thrilling drive-through safari experience just outside Liverpool. Knowsley Safari Park is a wild... Keep reading
Dive into one of the UK's largest aquariums, where sharks, rays and thousands of tropical fish await. A brilliant underwater adventure for the whole... Keep reading
A brilliant family day out in South Cumbria, Lakeland Wildlife Oasis is home to a fascinating mix of exotic animals and interactive exhibits that... Keep reading
Get up close to magnificent owls, hawks, falcons and eagles at Gauntlet Birds of Prey — one of the UK's most thrilling raptor experiences... Keep reading
A safari park featuring a drive-through safari and foot safari experience. Visitors can encounter a wide variety of animals including tigers, lions, rhinos, baboons,... Keep reading
Discover the wonders of the sea and freshwater world at Lake District Coast Aquarium, a brilliant family-friendly attraction on the Cumbrian coast packed with... Keep reading
Meet friendly farm animals and explore wide open green spaces at Lancaster Park and Animal Farm in Oldham — a brilliant hands-on day out... Keep reading
Looking for a new way to tire the kids out in Blackpool? The Gruffalo & Friends Clubhouse is a mix between an adventure playground... Keep reading
Selfie Town (at Viva Vegas Diner & Bar on the Promenade) has everything you need to make your selfies pop. There are 10 interactive... Keep reading
If you’re a Fab Four fan, it doesn’t get much better than walking in John Lennon’s childhood footsteps in this former Salvation Army girls'... Keep reading
Beatles fans are spoilt for choice when it comes to experiences dedicated to the Fab Four in Liverpool but, we’re calling it, this one’s... Keep reading
183 million records sold worldwide. Music translated into 50 languages. ‘Across the Universe’ beamed into space by NASA. All said, The Beatles were quite... Keep reading
As football stadium tours go, this one’s pretty special. The Manchester City lot don’t mess around when it comes to the latest technology (holographic... Keep reading
Fancy proper good fish and chips on the beach with a side of adrenaline? Look no further than Blackpool Pleasure Beach. With more rollercoasters... Keep reading
With sharks, clownfish, turtles and rays, there are as many unusual characters at SEA LIFE Manchester as at a night out at the Hacienda... Keep reading
Stuck for something to do in between beaches, rollercoasters, and nightclubs? SEA LIFE Blackpool lets you see what’s going on beneath the waves –... Keep reading
Nothing spices up your Instagram feed more than snaps with the stars. At Madame Tussauds Blackpool you’ll meet the biggest names from the Marvel... Keep reading
Greater Manchester has some legendary footy teams (big up Altrincham and Stalybridge Celtic) and musos love local bands like The Beatles, The Stone Roses and The Smiths. Want a stag or hen do to remember (in a bit of a blur)? Lancashire’s Blackpool’s like Vegas with better fish and chips.
But what else can you get up to in the North West?
How about channeling your inner Tommy Shelby at Cheshire’s posh Arley Hall Peaky Blinders filming spot? Or hanging with the chimps at Chester Zoo? From Barrow-in-Furness to Bolton, this bit of England has cracking countryside, great history, and lush pubs.
For family breaks or boozy weekends, the North West will definitely float your boat.
We are proudly Manchester based and love everything about the city and the North West. People say it rains a lot - we say that's what the umbrella is for.
Tell us who you are and where you love to spend your free time and we will try and work our magic.
