Manchester has provided the location for a variety of top filming locations for a numerous film and TV shows. Visit a number of our local National Trust properties and other stately manors and you may be wandering around, feeling a sense of deja vu. But where was Pride and Prejudice … Discove more
Me, Noemi and the kids I absolutely love visiting Lyme Park on the outskirts of Stockport. The vast grounds and scenic nature trails make for the ultimate family day out with Sam and Mila. They could – and do – spend hours running wild across the grassy fields, climbing rocks … Discove more
Nestled within the beautiful Peak District National Park lies the charming Hope Valley. This scenic valley is home to picturesque villages, ancient caverns, stunning natural landscapes, and traditional English pubs. With so much to see and do, Hope Valley makes for an ideal day trip from Manchester and the surrounding … Discove more
Last Updated on 1 October 2023 by Rich I’m sure if you’re like us, during the summer of 2023 you will have been confronted by a weather forecast that is grey, wet and miserable. You’ll also probably have run out of all the ideas that you can think of that … Discove more
Looking for a unique and memorable family day out near Manchester? Dive deep into the world of the Speedwell Cavern and discover why it’s an absolute gem (and not just because it used to be a mine)! 😄 There’s something thrilling about days out – the laughter, the memories, and … Discove more
We recently visited the Blue John Cavern and Speedwell Cavern this August Bank Holiday as a wet weather day out. As part of our day out, we had to work out what the best pubs in Castleton were to have lunch! We’d already sampled a couple of pubs previously and … Discove more
