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England's Northwest
If the golfing centres on England's Golf Coast are not enough, then discover the rest of England's Northwest.
From mountain climbing to an afternoon's shopping, a great night on the town to a stroll around a picturesque lake. However much or little you, your partner, or your family like to do on your golfing break, England's Northwest is the ideal place to visit. In addition to the world class golf on offer along England's Golf Coast, equally challenging courses exist inland, including Carden Park and Mottram Hall to the South and Windermere and Silloth-on-Solway to the North.
Visit the home of Beatrix Potter
For instance, the Lake District is one of the most scenic areas of the country. A stunning combination of high peaks, green valleys and tranquil lakes, make it the ideal place for both relaxation and outdoor fun.
With picturesque villages nestling on the shores of the lakes, historical buildings and breathtaking scenery, it's no wonder it attracts so many visitors all year round. For serious lovers of the great outdoors, there are miles of countryside to explore and activity centres where you can try your hand at abseiling, canoeing and climbing.
A visit to the Lake District is also a must for literary fans. You can step back in time and visit the homes ofWilliam Wordsworth, John Ruskin or Peter Rabbit at the Beatrix PotterVisitor Centre at Bowness on Windermere.
Join the Cheshire set
Cheshire is a county of beautiful countryside and canals. It is perfect for a relaxing break, but still close enough to the bustling cities of the region when you feel like a change of pace. Chester, famous for its half-timbered buildings, spectacular cathedral and city walls, is an intriguing blend of the past and present.
You'll find small galleried shops alongside one of the region's finest shopping centres with high-street shops and trendy café bars.
Enjoy the gardens of England's Northwest With Rydal Mount & Gardens to the North in Cumbria, via Rufford Old Hall & Gardens in West Lancashire to Tatton Park in South Cheshire, the region can satisfy all 'green' minded connoisseurs, whether on the golf course or in the gardens.
Capture the spirit of Manchester
Manchester is a bustling, lively city, full of places to visit and things to do for all the family. It has a great sporting history and is home to Lancashire County Cricket Club and two premiership football teams. One of them, Manchester United, is undoubtedly amongst the most famous in the world.
Manchester too is a centre for culture and the arts with the state-of-the-art Bridgewater Hall - home of Hallé Orchestra, the Lowry Centre, Salford Quays and the recent additions of the Imperial War Museum of the North and URBIS. Meanwhile, the Museum of Science and Industry has plenty of hands-on interactive exhibitions to keep younger members of the family entertained.
With fabulous shopping by day including Selfridges and Harvey Nichols and a wide choice of bars, restaurants and clubs where you can have a great night out, Manchester is an unmissable experience.
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