Historic Sites in Greater Manchester

Manchester, Greater Manchester

  Originally built for the Clayton family in the 12th century and owned by several notable families including that of Lord Byron, the building has been...

Manchester, Greater Manchester

While this is the former home to the famous novellist Elizabeth Gaskell, she was hardly the only person of note to have stayed here with visitors inlcuding o...

Manchester, Greater Manchester

Built in the 19th century by franciscan monks, today this monostary is still recognised as a fantastic piece of arcitechture, often considered one of Edward ...

Manchester, Greater Manchester

A huge park offering loads of family fun activities with a farm, golf, orienteering, beekeeping rowing and two play areas for kids and young children.

Manchester, Greater Manchester

Constructed in 1877, Manchester Town Hall is said to be one of the finest interpretations of Gothic revival architecture in the world. Often used as a filmin...