Shark in the Park at The Met
Gemma Gibb, Associate EditorTimothy Pope is looking through his telescope – but wait, is that a Shark, in the Park!? From the creative team behind The Hairy Maclary show.
Where to go near Shark in the Park at The Met
Liverpool
The Thermae Spa
at The Municipal Hotel
at The Municipal Hotel
The Thermae Spa delivers an exceptional pampering experience at Liverpool’s luxurious Municipal Hotel.
City Centre
Seaforth Restaurant
at The Municipal Hotel
at The Municipal Hotel
High-end British dishes courtesy of head chef Andre Chef at this stunning Liverpool venue.
Leeds
Waterstones Leeds
Standing proudly on the busy shopping hub of Albion Street, Waterstones Leeds is a bookshop that also hosts a variety of events
Manchester
The Drop Chorlton
Popular Caribbean restaurant in the heart of Chorlton.
Manchester
Factory Square
Factory Square is a huge beer garden, on the banks of the River Irwell, with top-quality drinks and street food selections.
Manchester
Sampa
at Calcio
at Calcio
Welcoming Northern Quarter venue, currently home to wonderful Brazilian food concept, Sampa.
Manchester
Fenix
Modern Greek Mediterranean cuisine from the team behind Tattu.
Manchester
Caravan Restaurant & Roastery
New Zealand-inspired food and drinks, plus a dedicated coffee roastery at this high-profile new restaurant, opening in August.
Leeds
Flat Iron Leeds
Relaxed restaurant in Leeds serving impressively high-quality steaks at an affordable price point.
Stockport
Robinsons Brewery
Home to many award-winning British ales, made in the heart of Stockport.
Manchester
Mettricks Butchers Glossop
Award-winning artisan butchers in Glossop, serving up some of the regions best quality meat.
Leeds
The Stanley & Audrey Burton Gallery
The Stanley & Audrey Burton Gallery is an accredited art museum at the heart of the University of Leeds campus.
What's on: Childrens
Until
Summer Factory at Aviva Studios
Head into the city for a dreamy summer of live events (many completely free) all by the riverside at Aviva Studios.
free entry
Until
Refract 24 at Waterside
Back for 2024, Trafford’s flagship arts festival returns to Waterside for six days of experiential performance and cultural delight.
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Kendal Calling Festival 2024
Featuring over 200 artists and performers, immersive arts experiences and kids activities, Kendal Calling is a great, family-friendly festival set in the stunning Lake District.
from £199.00Culture Guides
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