Places to visit with the family

Where: 7 Trafford Way, Trafford, Stretford, Manchester M41 7JA

Everyone from seasoned skiers to snow-fun novices will find something to enjoy at his huge snow park in the Trafford Quays Leisure Village.

Where: Trafford Quays Leisure Village, 9 Trafford Way, Stretford, Manchester M41 7JA

Simulated skydiving with the leading operators of indoor skydiving. One of only 3 tunnels in the Uk, this is a fantastic adventure for both beginners and experienced jumpers with participants getting twice the "flight time" of a typical skydive. Available to ages 4 - 104.

Where: The Studios from dock10, MediaCity UK, Salford M50 2EQ

When: Weekends May – November only

A must see for fans of the British soap opera, Coronation Street. Visit the set, wander the famous cobbles and see original filming locations. Wander through Weatherfield on a fully guided tour of the working set.

Discover the city’s heritage and how it has grown to be the progressive hub it is today with a 90 minute bus tour.

Jonathan is an extremely knowledgeable tour guide, offering fantastic tours of Manchester. Jonathans tours offer a range of tours, some of which have exclusive access to areas and buildings in Manchester. 

Site: www.jonathanschofieldtours.com

Where: Sea Life ManchesterBarton Square Bridge, Stretford, Manchester M17 8AS

Based in the Barton Square area of the Trafford Centre, Sea Life allows you a close look at over 5,000 creatures including sharks, seahorses, octopus, jellyfish and rays. You can watch fun talks and feed shows throughout the day while holding a crab or touching a starfish in an interactive touchpool experience.

Where: Barton Square Bridge, Stretford, Manchester M17 8AS

LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Manchester is the ultimate indoor LEGO Playground and offers an inspirational and unique day out for all the family!

Where: Tenax Rd, Stretford, Manchester M17 1JT

Quiet your doubt, channel your inner warrior and see if you have what it takes to become… the Total Ninja. This is 40,000 sq ft of obstacle course adventure. 11 different ninja runs for people of ages (5 and above) and abilities, Total Ninja in Trafford Park is believed to be the world’s largest dedicated ninja park.

Where: Old Park Ln, Stretford, Manchester M17 8PG

Located at Trafford Golf Centre, within TraffordCITY, DinoFalls Adventure Golf is one of the UK’s biggest adventure golf courses. 18 holes of action-packed adventure golf in a dramatic Jurassic setting next to the M60 at Junction 10.

Where: Chapel Court, 2, Hospital St, Nantwich CW5 5RP

The Northern Belle is a celebration of British railway heritage and craftsmanship. Enjoy a journey on a fantastic example of a luxury great Belle train from the 1930s. Departing from regional stations throughout the UK, the wide variety of luxury train journeys include visits to magnificent castles, vibrant cities and major events.