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Waterworld

Looking for excitement? You will not be disapointed at Waterworld where lighting and special effects will amaze and excite you - as well as the range of white-knuckle rides.

The names of some of the rides are sure to get you excited before you go on them namely, Black Hole, Super Flume, Space Bowl and Twister. Why not try the Aqua Assault course or make your way over the floating islands? However, your experience of Waterworld does not have to be adrenaline-fuelled however, as you can simply relax in the bubble pools and spa if that is what you wish to do.

WaterWorld 2000 Ltd,
Festival Park,
Etruria,
Hanley,
Stoke on Trent,
Staffordshire,
UK,
ST1 5PU

Manchester United Museum

Whether a Manchester United fan or not, all will enjoy the Manchester United Museum located in Old Trafford, scene of 230,000 visitors every year.

 

When visiting the museum you will experience the history of the club from its beginnings in 1878. Witness the trophies that the club have won, as well as learn about not just the players, but the associated individuals that have contributed to the clubs success. 

 

Other features at the club will see you walk through the trophy room, try out the interactive displays, visit the Theatre of Dreams and sit in the North Stand to witness a 'bird's eye view of the pitch.' You will also be permitted to walk out of the players tunnel onto the pitch as well as sitting on the bench by your favourite players peg. You can also take a look inside Fergie's spot in the dug out. This is an experience for anyone fan or not and we would suggest placing near the top of your list of attractions to visit.

 

The museum is tailored to all ages and regularly updated to ensure it is relevant and up-to-date.

 

Manchester United Museum and Tour Centre,

Sir Matt Busby Way,

Old Trafford,

Manchester,

Greater Manchester,

England,

M16 0RA

Ironbridge Gorge Museum Hotel 

If you are looking for a picturesque area to visit then look no further than the Ironbridge Gorge, one of the twenty seven World Heritage sites in the UK, and widely believed to be the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Here you can explore old factories, furnaces, canals and settlements such as Ironbridge, Coalport, Jackfield and Coalbrookdale.

 

Not only are the examples of history apparent but marine life. You will be able to discover fifteen different varieties of fish as well as twenty examples of coral. Visitors have even more in store for them however as why not take a stroll to the Blists Hill Victorial Town? There is also the Coalport China museum - that was once the home of the country's best porcelain manafacturers. 

 

These attractions are not all that are at the Ironbridge Gorge Museum so why not take a trip if you have some time to kill? IT is sure to be a day out the whole family will remember for a long time!

 

Coalbrookdale,

Telford,

Shropshire,

TF8 7DQ

Imperial War Museum North

The Imperial War Museum North concentrates on telling the story of people during war and conflicts with many attractions and exhibits that will illustrate the horrors of war, and the spirit of people during it. The museum is located at the Quays, two miles from Manchester City Centre in the award-winning building designed by Daniel Libeskind. With the new attraction 'The Animals War' amongst others, there is sure to be something of interest for any war enthusiast and a great resource for teaching children about history.

 

Imperial War Museum North,

The Quays,

Trafford Wharf,

Trafford Park,

Manchester M17 1TZ

 

Tel. 0161 836 4000

Fax 0161836 4012

email: iwmnorth@iwn.org.uk

 

Approximate distance/time from Manchester Airport: 11.4 miles, 19 minutes

Manchester Airport Aviation Viewing Park

The Manchester Aviation Viewing Park - located just outside the airports perimeter - is a fabulous place to visit if you only have a short time at the airport, and do not want the hassle of finding transport. Pride of place in the park is Concorde G-BOAC, the flagship of the BA Concorde fleet and is the only Concorde anywhere in the world with a fully accessible flight deck. For enquiries about visiting and going onboard Concorde then please e-mail concorde.avp@manairport.co.uk and for information on the various viewing packages available please visit Manchester Airport Concorde

 

There are a variety of packages on offer at the park as Concorde is not the only aircraft on display. You can also find a genuine forward section of a DC-10 giving an on-board experience with seating for up to 36 'passengers'. To visit and go aboard the DC-10 you must book in advance by calling 0161 489 2442.

 

In addition to these attractions the park also boasts a fully restored BEA Hawker Siddeley Trident 3B airliner. This aircraft is open for public viewing every weekend and the experience includes the viewing of a short video presentation and a special display at the rear of the aircraft. This gives the feel of air transportation many years ago. Soon to be featured are Trident technical tours, if you are interested in experiencing one of these please call 0161 489 3932.

 

Also to be found in the park is the Avro RJX exhibit, this was the last civil airliner to be built in the UK and is well worth visiting if you have the time.

 

Within the park you will also find an aviation shop that stocks Concorde and other aviation merchandise plus hot and cold refreshments. It also has a grassed picnic area.

 

If airliners sitting on the ground is not for you, and you wish to see some flying action then the spectator area will be right up your street. Unlike some of the UK's major airports Manchester provides superb viewing facilities for spectators on three raised viewing mounds. This location gives unrivalled views of the runway and you are permitted to take as many photographs as you wish. These viewing mounds are located right by the Aviation Viewing Park. The airport also offers an alternative viewing position located at terminal 1 level 13 of the multi-storey car park, which has an aviation shop and telescopes available.

 

Aviation Viewing Park,

Sunbank Lane,

Altrincham,

WA15 8XQ

 

Approximate distance/time from Manchester Airport: 2.9 miles, 7 minutes