Foodie heaven in Chorlton
Popular with hipsters, this leafy south Manchester suburb boasts a lip-smackingly good foodie scene, with a wealth of cafes and delis clustered around Chorlton Cross and Beech Road.
Fun on the lake at Chorlton Water Park
You can soon be at one with nature at Chorlton Water Park, one of the most popular spots in the Mersey Valley. Set around a central lake with winding paths leading to woodlands and wildflower meadows, the park offers quiet spots for coarse fishing as well as watersport activities including dinghy sailing, canoeing and windsurfing.
Top-class sporting action at Old Trafford
Chorlton is a stop on the Metrolink, which can take you directly to the home of Lancashire County Cricket Club for international matches, as well as county games.