Manchester Outdoor Pursuits & Nature

Vertical Chill Ice Wall Manchester
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Vertical Chill Ice Wall Manchester
Vertical Chill Ice Wall Manchester is an impressive refrigerated unit running through the middle of this climbing shop's 2 floors! Inside at a constant -12°C an 8 metre concave real ice climbing wall presents a steep challenge to both novice and accomplished climbers, so while it's seriously cool in every sense of the word it's best just for...
Rock Over Climbing
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Rock Over Climbing
The perfect way to entertain kids no matter the age, Rock Over Climbing offers Manchester City Centre’s biggest (and we think best) kids play centre and that’s not all. As the kids get older they can take up the challenge of the Clip Go Climb Adventure Zone and scale the walls of our nationally recognised climbing centre. We also...
Manchester Climbing Centre
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Manchester Climbing Centre
MCC is one of the largest climbing walls in Europe . Set in the unique surroundings of St Benedict's Church just outside the centre of Manchester, the climbing lines and bouldering areas are among the area’s finest indoor climbing resource. Whether complete beginner or experienced rock legend we have plenty of scope for you to climb in a...
Debdale Outdoor Centre - Gorton
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Debdale Outdoor Centre - Gorton
Debdale Outdoor Centre is a modern purpose-built outdoor centre owned and operated by Manchester City Council. We provide an exciting range of activities in Greater Manchester and further a field in the Peak District, North Wales and North West England. The Centre caters for a wide variety of clients of all ages and educational abilities, with...

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We Are Adventurers
We are of Forest School based in Chorlton, Manchester. We believe that every child can benefit emotionally, intellectually and physically by time spent in the woods and we want to inspire every child to learn through adventure and give every parent an opportunity to be part of the experience. We have a range of sessions in the woods from toddlers...
Daisy Nook Country Park
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Daisy Nook Country Park
Daisy Nook Country Park has woodland, canals, river, picnic sites, bird watching, orienteering and fishing. Families can have a fun-packed day in the countryside with two fantastic play areas set amongst 40 hectares of woodlands, meadows, waterways and a lake. Tots Lock - a narrow boat play feature with sand play areas aimed at under 5s -...
Aerial Extreme - Manchester
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Aerial Extreme - Manchester
Brand new for 2010, our latest city based course is located at the Trafford Centre.  Aerial Extreme at The Trafford Centre is a fun packed urban high ropes adventure course, boasting over 30 exciting obstacles. Climb high up into the air and amaze yourself as you take each challenge head on, from speedy drops, mid air jumps, suspended gravity...
Heaton Park - Manchester
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Heaton Park - Manchester
Heaton Park is a huge family park owned by Manchester City Council, 4 miles north of the city centre where there is so much to see and do that you'll keep coming back again and again.   Manchester Leisure manages the park in partnership with commercial organisations and community groups and together they make a visit to Heaton Park a...
Heaton Hall & Orangery - Manchester
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Heaton Hall & Orangery - Manchester
The house that had stood on the site of the present Heaton Hall since the late 17th century would have been very old fashioned when its 21 year old owner Sir Thomas Egerton (later 1st Earl of Wilton) married Eleanor Assheton of Middleton in 1769. Three years later Sir Thomas commissioned a fashionable architect named James Wyatt to design a new...
Abbotsfield Park Miniature Railway - Urmston
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Abbotsfield Park Miniature Railway - Urmston
Also know locally as 'Chassen Park', Abbotsfield Park is especially worth visiting on a Sunday when the Urmston and District Railway Society operate a miniature train around the park. The park also plays to a number of events throughout the year, including the annual May Day Steam Rally, the Mayor's Bonfire and Silcock's Fair. Facilities ...
Airkix Indoor Skydiving - Manchester
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Airkix Indoor Skydiving - Manchester
It's flying! Imagine a wind tunnel that could be used for testing the aerodynamics of an F1 racing car, turn it upright, gently lean into the airflow and you are skydiving. The easiest way to see what we are talking about is to watch one of the Airkix Flix. You'll get the idea really fast.
Northern Modelling Exhibition - Urmston
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Northern Modelling Exhibition - Urmston
The Northern Modelling Exhibition is the largest of its kind in the North West of England, catering to modelling and engineering enthusiasts of all ages. From Saturday 2 March to Sunday 3 March, EventCity in Manchester will play host to hundreds of exciting exhibits from across the modelling spectrum, from model boats, cars and planes, to live...
Wythenshawe Park Farm
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Wythenshawe Park Farm
The Farm offers an exciting opportunity for children to learn about where food comes from and witness the hustle and bustle and all the elements of a working countryside farm within an urban setting. An array of farm animals including cows, sheep, goats, pigs ducks and horses can be seen, as can a prize-winning herd of Hereford cattle. The farm...
Stable Gate - Denton
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Stable Gate - Denton
PLAY ZONE - (Indoor Play Building) OPENING TIMES    Daily 12noon - 8pm. PARTY PACKAGES    Are available from £5.99 & £7.99 per child. Exclusive hire £40.00 + price per child. Please ring for details. CHARGES    Free to play. There is an indoor Play Zone and an outdoor play area...
Air Raid Shelters
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Air Raid Shelters
Air Raid Shelters Stockport, gives you and the kids the opportunity to come and experience life as it was during a 'black out' in wartime Britain, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the home front. Explore this labyrinth of tunnels that provided shelter for many during the dark days of war torn Britain, with an audio self guided tour...
Bruntwood Park
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Bruntwood Park
Bruntwood Park is a large park consisting of ornamental gardens, ponds, waterways, wetland, mature woodland and hay meadows. There are loads of recreational and sporting facilities, including an 18 hole Pitch and Putt course, football pitches, orienteering courses plus a BMX cycle track and indoor and outdoor archery ranges. Admission: Free...
Awesome Walls Climbing Centre - Stockport
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Awesome Walls Climbing Centre - Stockport
Awesome Walls Climbing Centre (AWCC) first opened its doors in 1996 as 'The Climbing House' in a small back street unit in Bootle, Liverpool. Three years later we moved premises to St Albans Church. Now AWCC's can proudly state that it has two of the largest indoor climbing centres in England and 1 of the largest dedicated bouldering centres. We...
Awesome Walls Climbing Stockport
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Awesome Walls Climbing Stockport
Awesome Walls Climbing Centre Stockport facility is without doubt the largest climbing centre in England and usable for ages 6 and upwards. There is a colossal amount of leading, top-roping and bouldering to keep you happy for many, many visits! Admission: Adult taster session £19 Junior taster session £15 Adult admission...
Pony Parties - Stockport
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Pony Parties - Stockport
Celebrate your special day at Glen Jakes Riding School. We provide a unique and unforgettable experience that all the family can enjoy. No riding experience is required. All riders participating within Parties and Special Occasion rides must be 4 years and above.
Tandle Hill Country Park
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Tandle Hill Country Park
Tandle Hill Country Park has 48 hectares of parkland with mature beech, mixed woodland, grassland and views across the Manchester Plain and the Pennine Hills. It has a Cafe (which is open most weekends and school holidays - weather permitting), a play area with sand play and basket swing, Orienteering, Cycling, Bird watching (try and spot...
Moses Gate Country Park
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Moses Gate Country Park
Moses Gate Country Park is a large Country Park and nature reserve with miles of scenic woodland and waterside walks, plus nature trails, and horse and cycle routes. It is open all year, free to visit, and only 3 miles (5km) south of Bolton town centre, making it a great place to visit both as a purposeful day trip or as a reprieve for the kids...
East Lancashire Railway - Bury
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East Lancashire Railway - Bury
Opening Times Wednesday to Sunday, 10am-4pm (last admission 3.30pm) Admission Adult – £2.80 Child (5-15years) – £1.90 Adult concession – £1.90 Family – £7.50 Discount for ELR ticket holders: Adult – £2.30 Child (5-15years) – £1.60 Adult concession...
Bramhall Park
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Bramhall Park
Bramhall Park is a large scenic park in the grounds of Bramall Hall. The park consists of magnificent landscaped grounds, woodland and trails. A stream runs through the park and there are large ponds for play fishing and feeding ducks though of course one must not now do this with bread, as most people know. Admission: Free entry to the...
Burrs Activity Centre - Bury
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Burrs Activity Centre - Bury
Burrs Activity Centre is situated in the award winning Burrs Country Park close to the centre of Bury, with the river Irwell, the East Lancashire railway, a newly developed Caravan Club site with 80 pitches, the Brown Cow Public House, a Heritage Trail and the activity centre, all on site, it really is worth a visit. You can try ...
Rope Race Climbing and Activity Centre - Stockport
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Rope Race Climbing and Activity Centre - Stockport
Rope Race is set within Goyt Mill, a 100 year old cotton mill adjoining the Peak Forest Canal in Marple on the outskirts of Stockport and within easy reach of Manchester city centre. We opened our doors in 1993 as the best and market leaders in adventure activities, so whether you're a complete beginner or...
Etherow Country Park
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Etherow Country Park
Etherow Country Park is a wonderful place to go for a day out surrounded by beautiful scenery, multiple lakes and walkways. Birdwatchers will find plenty to see throughout the year, including Nuthatches and Tree creepers. Admission: Free to visit    Opening Times:  Open daily during daylight hours. Visitor Centre open...
Climb Rochdale
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Climb Rochdale
Climb Rochdale Climbing Centre The northwest's premier climbing centre with a huge variety of top rope climbing, lead climbing and bouldering.     Prices for 2014 at Climb Rochdale: Adult £6.00, Student/Concession* £5.50, Under 16 £5.00. Kit hire only £1 Childrens Climbing Parties Climbing Clubs Indoor...
Brookside Miniature Railway
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Brookside Miniature Railway
The Brookside Miniature Railway first opened in 1972 and was 5 inch gauge. It was changed to its present gauge in 1989. The route was originally a balloon loop. In 1999 when the railway extended to the other side of the garden centre, it gave a much longer. Trains run from a four platform country station called ‘Brookside Central’ and...
The Carrs Park
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The Carrs Park
The Carrs Park is a popular park following the Bollin River with a circular walk of around a mile, plenty of paddling opportunities and a well equipped playground for toddlers through to teens. The playground has swings, climbing structures, slides and some unusual seesaws. It's located next to the car park on Chancel Lane where you can also...
Queens Park
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Queens Park
We invite you to take a look around our site, it gives you an overall picture of some of the interesting things that Queens Park has to offer. What can You do in Queens Park. You can sponsor a flower bed if you wish, or if you like practical gardening, you can help plant flowers Meet Your Friends. Walk your dog. Bring your children to the play...
Smithills Open Farm - Bolton
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Smithills Open Farm - Bolton
Set within 70 acres of rolling countryside a few miles north of Bolton, Smithills Open Farm is a family run business where nothing sits still. Not even our stick insects. The farm itself is constantly evolving, with new animals coming to stay every week. We provide homes for everything from cows, pigs, goats, sheep, rabbits, llamas, owls, eagles,...
Moss Bank Park - Bolton
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Moss Bank Park - Bolton
Moss Bank Park is home to Animal World. The Butterfly House was moved here from Queen's Park. Butterflies fly free in a tropical environment, while in Animal World, a unique living environment has been created for many animals, from farmyard to tropical birds. You can call the park for further details on +44 (0)1204 334050. Admission is free. ...
Lyme Park - Disley
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Lyme Park - Disley
On the edge of the Peak District, nestling within sweeping moorland, Lyme Park is a magnificent estate. Its wild remoteness and powerful beauty contrast with one of the most famous country-house images in England – the backdrop to where Darcy meets Elizabeth in Pride and Prejudice . Discover a colourful family history – from rescuing...
Lyme Park
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Lyme Park
Adventure playground and lots of children's events throughout the year at Lyme Park, House and Gardens. Vast medieval deer park, moorland and woodland estate to explore. Famous scene in 'Pride and Prejudice' (1995) where Darcy emerges from a lake was filmed here. A Tudor house transformed into a huge Italianate palace in the 18th...
Tatton Park
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Tatton Park
A day at Tatton Park has much to offer. Its two historic houses, the Mansion and Tudor Old Hall, are set in 1000 acres of beautiful parkland with lakes, tree-lined avenues and herds of red and fallow deer. Award-winning gardens, a working farm, speciality shops and a superb programme of special events complete the picture. Tatton Park is...
GO APE Rivington - Lancashire
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GO APE Rivington - Lancashire
If you like the idea of an amazing high wire forest tree top course then Go Ape could be just your thing. We have Tarzan swings, rope bridges, ladders, tunnels and zip lines suspended up to 40 feet high in the tree tops. Go Ape is an award-winning confidence course with branches throughout the UK.  The Go Ape course will appeal to a...
Here you will find a comprehensive list of outdoor pursuits and anything related to the great outdoors in and near to the city of Machester city, catering for you, your child, and your family.
This could include hiking, climbing, camping, canoeing, pot holing, mountain biking and other out activities, or simply a stroll around the countryside or in a nearby park.
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there is also featured outdoor play areas and everything related to outside play, this could include rope bridges, climbing frames and paddling pools in Machester city.