Calder Holmes Park hosts a variety of events throughout the year, as offering a green open space in which to relax by the canal, watching narrowboats slip by.

With over 900 years of history, the uniquely preserved Medieval and Tudor house is among the oldest in England.

One of The University of Salford’s School of Arts and Media facilities. The Centenary Building won the RIBA Award and Stirling Prize in 1996 and the Civic Trust Award in 1997.

Lake District accommodation that manages to be luxurious and environmentally friendly at the same time.

A volunteer-run cafe with all profits going to causes to dedicated to world peace.

An upscale restaurant, part of the country house hotel linked to the stately Haddon Hall.

Manchester Buddhist Centre welcomes everyone and anyone into their multipurpose haven of calm in the Northern Quarter.

A creative space in Manchester’s Northern Quarter with dance studios.

A conservation area with trails, information boards and picnic areas dotted around the River Etherow.

Part of the National Cycle Network, this off-road path links Chorlton, Fallowfield, Levenshulme, Gorton and Fairfield.

A nature reserve between Chorlton and Sale, perfect for summer strolls and getting yourself immersed in the great outdoors (without actually leaving the city).

A family-friendly country estate and park near Wigan with impressive woodlands.