We lived in Salford Quays for nearly four years before moving to Cumbria, giving us plenty of time to explore the UK’s second-largest urban area. Beyond the famous city skyline, we discovered a surprising network of industrial heritage trails, green river valleys, and moorland monuments.
This collection of blog posts brings together our favourite Greater Manchester days out. Whether you are looking for historic museum visits, grand country houses, or quiet nature walks, these posts reveal the very best outdoor escapes and cultural gems in the region.
Read about Cumbria here.
You can find all the blog posts by either by selecting the icon on the map or by searching via the list below.
Find our family and dog friendly adventures in Greater Manchester
Find all our walks in the UK National Parks here. For our UK adventures it is here.
Our Lake District Escapades 