Celeb-spotting in trendy Wilmslow
Home to TV stars, Premier League footballers and WAGs, Wilmslow offers a taste of the high life - perfect for those keen to rub shoulders with the rich and famous. Just 10 miles from the bright lights of Manchester city centre, this leafy suburb packs a lot into a small space, buzzing with eateries and bars. Treat yourself at a designer boutique, or simply window shop at the swanky Hoopers department store.
Step back in time at Quarry Bank Mill
Wilmslow isn't all about champagne lifestyles. It also has a traditional side. If you take a stroll along the River Bollin towards the village of Styal, you'll find one of the best-preserved cotton mills of the industrial revolution. Take in the sights and sounds of the working museum, home to Europe's most powerful water wheel. At the Apprentice House, you'll learn about the hundreds of youngsters who were sent to work in the mill.
Delicious brunches amid rolling hills
Foodie heaven awaits at the Cheshire Smokehouse. It has an amazing delicatessen, patisserie, wine shop and cafe, and the brunches here are legendary. You get the best of both worlds in Wilmslow. Lying in the heart of Cheshire, it's surrounded by stunning countryside, yet is a short journey from Manchester if you want to step up the action. Looking for a cheap hotel Near Wilmslow? Both Travelodge Macclesfield Adlington and Manchester Didsbury are close by.