
Manchester’s Political History: Peterloo to Suffragettes (Visitor Guide)
Walk the radical political history of Manchester from the Peterloo Massacre and Chartists to Emmeline Pankhurst and the suffragette movement.

Walk the radical political history of Manchester from the Peterloo Massacre and Chartists to Emmeline Pankhurst and the suffragette movement.

Discover Manchester's Roman origins at the Mamucium fort site in Castlefield where the city's story began almost 2,000 years ago.

Explore Manchester's Industrial Revolution heritage from Cottonopolis cotton mills to canals, the Science and Industry Museum, and Quarry Bank Mill.

Visit Manchester with little ones using our parent's guide to pushchair-friendly attractions, baby changing, toddler activities and family cafes.

From Chester Zoo to Blackpool and the Peak District, discover the best family day trips from Manchester with travel times, costs and age tips.

Plan your visit to LEGOLAND Discovery Centre at the Trafford Centre with current 2026 ticket prices, attractions, opening hours, and family tips.

From escape rooms and crazy golf to indie shopping and gigs, discover the best things to do in Manchester for teenagers in our 2026…

Beat the rain with the best indoor activities for kids in Manchester including soft play, trampoline parks, museums and ninja warrior courses.

Find the best family-friendly restaurants in Manchester with kids menus, high chairs, food halls and tolerant staff. Our 2026 family dining guide.

From free museums to LEGOLAND and Heaton Park, discover the best kid-friendly things to do in Manchester with our 2026 family activities guide.