Alderley Edge - Macclesfield
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IIn recent times, Alderley Edge may have become known as the stamping ground of the chic Cheshire set, but venture away from the upmarket shops and restaurants in the centre of the village to find an area of mature oak and beech woodland, breathtaking in its beauty.
The escarpment affords a dramatic panoramic view across the …
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Dunham Massey - Altrincham
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The 250 acres of impressive grounds and deer park surrounding this sumptuous Georgian mansion near Altrincham are alive with wildlife and provide plenty of opportunity for fun and exploration.
Begin on the lawns close to the house before meandering down shady paths. Signed walks lasting a couple of hours take you along nature trails and fallow …
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Giraffe - Trafford Centre
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Recent winner of the Trafford Centre award for Best Newcomer, Giraffe, situated on the first floor of a busy eating area designed in the shape and style of a boat, offers something a bit different.
From the outside, it’s a mixture of slightly distressed bodega and funky family restaurant. Venture indoors and you’ll find an informal, …
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The Waterhead Hotel - Ambleside
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Located on the shores of Lake Windermere, with superb views across Waterhead Bay to Coniston Old Man, this contemporary four star town house hotel offers families a stylish base from which to explore the beautiful Lake District.
With friendly ducks and geese crowding the lakeside, and an inviting ice-cream shop just across the road, the Waterhead …
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Low Wood Hotel - Windermere
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Set in the heart of the Lake District, the Low Wood Hotel nestles in a glorious spot on the shore of Lake Windermere, with fantastic views across the water to the imposing peaks beyond.
Offering comfortable Four Star accommodation, on-site spa facilities, and a friendly welcome for families, this is a great base to relax, whilst …
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Clough Bottom - Nr Clitheroe
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Hidden away down a leafy country lane in Lancashire’s beautiful Ribble Valley, Clough Bottom offers stylish self-catering accommodation on a working organic farm. The hosts, Jane and Harry, are second generation farmers, raising Aberdeen Angus cattle and running a tree and shrub nursery. With children of their own, they are the perfect hosts, encouraging young …
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Highwayman Inn - Kirkby Lonsdale
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Part of the growing empire of the acclaimed Northcote Manor, The Highwayman re-opened in 2007 after major refurbishment, following the successful formula of its sister Inn, The Three Fishes.
Reputedly the midnight haunt of Lancashire’s notorious Highwaymen, this 18th century coaching inn is attracting gourmets to sample its outstanding regional menu. Situated a stone’s throw from …
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Tebay Services - Old Tebay
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Situated between Junctions 38 and 39 on the M6, these award-winning services are the only ones in England to be built and operated by local people.
The self-service restaurant serves food of a quality, freshness and range which is hard to come by elsewhere. Lots of generously filled sandwiches, a salad bar and a desire to …
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Lucy’s of Ambleside
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This fabulous delicatessen and restaurant in the heart of Ambleside specialises in regional produce and is perfect whether you’re planning a picnic or a family meal out.
Outside, there are baskets groaning with fresh fruit and vegetables whilst inside shelves are packed with jam, chutney, cakes, bread and pastries. Handwritten notes and labels aid decision making …
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Rivington Country Park - Horwich
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Set amidst the West Pennine Moors, Rivington Country Park seems a world away from the hustle and bustle of the North West’s major conurbations. With its rugged hills, woodlands and reservoirs, the area’s stark beauty recalls that of the Lake District, albeit on a smaller scale. Rivington was, however, the venue for the outdoor cycling …
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