Things to Do Near Manchester | Attractions & Activities | Cornerstones Manor Hotel

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From world-famous football stadiums to peaceful nature trails, discover the best attractions near Cornerstones Manor Hotel.

Places to Visit

Iconic landmarks, cultural venues, and shopping destinations within easy reach

Old Trafford Manchester United stadium

Manchester United Football Club

Old Trafford stadium, museum, and stadium tour. Home of the Red Devils.

15 mins by tram Visit Official Site →
Emirates Old Trafford cricket ground

Old Trafford Cricket Club

Emirates Stadium, home of Lancashire Cricket Club. International matches and tours.

15 mins by car Visit Official Site →
The Trafford Centre shopping mall

The Trafford Centre

Premium shopping, dining, and entertainment. Over 200 stores and restaurants.

15 mins by car Visit Official Site →
Etihad Stadium Manchester City

Manchester City Football Club

Etihad Stadium, stadium tours, and the City Football Academy.

20 mins by tram Visit Official Site →
Altrincham town centre

Altrincham Town Centre

Market town with award-winning food market, independent shops, and cafes.

10 mins by tram Discover Altrincham →
Manchester Piccadilly station

Manchester Piccadilly

Main railway station connecting to the UK and Manchester city centre.

15 mins by tram Plan Your Journey →
Ordsall Hall historic manor

Ordsall Hall

Tudor-era historic house with beautiful gardens and free entry.

12 mins by car Visit Ordsall Hall →
Manchester Cathedral

Manchester Central Cathedral

Stunning Gothic architecture, concerts, and guided tours.

15 mins by tram Visit Cathedral →
Manchester Art Gallery

Manchester Arts Gallery

World-class art collection from pre-Raphaelite to contemporary works.

15 mins by tram Visit Gallery →
Science and Industry Museum

Science and Industry Museum

Interactive exhibits, historic machinery, and family-friendly displays.

15 mins by tram Visit Museum →
Concorde Conference Centre

Concorde Conference Centre

Home of Concorde G-BOAC, aviation history and events.

10 mins by car Learn About Concorde →
National Football Museum

National Football Museum

World's largest football collection, interactive exhibits, and memorabilia.

15 mins by tram Visit Museum →
People's History Museum

People's History Museum

Stories of democracy, protest, and working-class life in Britain.

15 mins by tram Visit Museum →
AO Arena Manchester

AO Arena

Major concerts, sports events, and live entertainment venue.

20 mins by tram View Events →
John Rylands Library

John Rylands Library

Victorian neo-Gothic library with rare books and stunning architecture.

15 mins by tram Visit Library →
Central Library Manchester

Central Library

Iconic circular library, exhibitions, and reading rooms.

15 mins by tram Visit Library →
The Lowry Salford Quays

The Lowry Salford Quays

Theatre, art gallery, and waterfront entertainment complex.

15 mins by tram Visit The Lowry →

Connect with Nature

Peaceful parks, wildlife sanctuaries, and scenic walking trails

Dunham Massey deer park

Dunham Massey

National Trust property with deer park, gardens, and Georgian house.

15 mins by car Visit Dunham Massey →
Sale Water Park

Sale Water Park

Walking trails, watersports, birdwatching, and scenic lake views.

5 mins by car Explore Sale Water Park →
Heaton Park Manchester

Heaton Park

Large green space with animal centre, boating lake, and historic hall.

25 mins by tram Visit Heaton Park →
Alexandra Park Manchester

Alexandra Park

Victorian park with tennis courts, cafe, and beautiful gardens.

12 mins by tram Visit Alexandra Park →
Platt Fields Park

Platt Fields Park

Community park with lake, skate park, and seasonal events.

15 mins by tram Visit Platt Fields →
Chorlton Park

Chorlton Park

Green open space with sports facilities and playgrounds.

10 mins by tram Visit Chorlton Park →

Kids Activities

Family-friendly fun for children of all ages

The Snow Centre Manchester

The Snow Centre Manchester

Indoor skiing, snowboarding, and snow play all year round.

15 mins by car Visit The Snow Centre →
iFLY Indoor Skydiving

iFLY Manchester

Indoor skydiving experience for thrill-seeking families.

15 mins by car Visit iFLY →
The Play Factore

The Play Factore

UK's largest indoor family entertainment centre with slides and climbing.

15 mins by car Visit Play Factore →
Rock Up Manchester climbing

Rock Up Manchester

Indoor climbing walls with sessions for all abilities.

15 mins by car Visit Rock Up →
Antz in the Pants

Antz in the Pants

Indoor soft play centre for younger children.

10 mins by car Visit Antz in the Pants →
Runway Visitor Park

Runway Visitor Park

Watch planes take off and land at Manchester Airport. Concorde tours available.

10 mins by car Visit Runway Park →