Explore around Whitworth
Whitworth in Lancashire sits less than an hour north of Manchester. Nearby Cowm Reservoir draws adrenaline junkies thanks to the facilities at Whitworth Waterski and Recreation Centre, while in the south the Healey Dell Nature Reserve and Hollingworth Lake Country Park offer picturesque walks among unspoilt countryside. Head to Rochdale, south of Whitworth, to visit the stunning Grade I listed Rochdale Town Hall, one of the finest examples of Victorian Gothic architecture in England.
Manchester's museums
Less than an hour's journey south from Whitworth brings you to the capital of the north, Manchester. The city is home to many fine museums and galleries, including Manchester Museum, which boasts leading exhibits on anthropology and natural history. The Museum of Science and Industry charts the history of invention, including Manchester's own role as the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Art buffs should head to Manchester Art Gallery, for its renowned collection of Victorian paintings.
Manchester's famous nightlife
Famed for its diverse and vibrant nightlife, Manchester is the perfect destination for revellers of all stripes. The Royal Exchange is one of England's finest regional theatres, housed in an opulent former industrial exchange. For live music, Band on the Wall, Deaf Institute and Night & Day all host emerging and established artists. For clubbers, Warehouse Project and the industrial spaces north of the centre nurture a renowned electronic music scene.
Looking for a cheap hotel Near Whitworth? Travelodge Manchester Birch M62 Eastbound Hotel is a short drive south, or Travelodge Oldham Hotel puts you close to the city.