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Diverse, energetic and bursting with character, the Manchester region is one of the most exciting places to visit in the UK. We include a visit to Manchester Airport Runway Visitor Park, a canal trip with afternoon tea, a fish & chips lunch with a difference and a visit to a railway museum.
Clare says…
I was really impressed with the Holiday Inn Bolton Centre when I visited. Staff were superb, excellent, solid hotel and the bonus is that you can walk into central Bolton which has a lovely shopping centre.
A Feast of Greater Manchester’s Transport & Treats 2026
Dunham Massey © National Trust Images James Dobson www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Fish ‘n Chip Dance & Singalong
Kittywake Canal Cruise
Manchester Airport Runway Visitor Park
Olympus Fish & Chip Restaurant
West Lancashire Light Railway
PACKAGED ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrival
We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner.
Day 2 Manchester Airport Runway Visitor Park & Dunham Massey
This morning we make our way to Manchester Airport Runway Visitor Park where we enjoy the Concorde Classic Tour. We board the Concorde and learn about some of the unique features and famous passengers that made the Concorde so special. There are steps involved in order to get on board Concorde. This afternoon we visit Dunham Massey, a courtly Elizabethan mansion with French style formal gardens. The house has a rich history and the gardens offer a haven complete with roaming fallow deer.
Day 3 Bolton & Fish ‘n Chip Dance & Singalong
This morning we have at time at leisure at our hotel to make the most of the facilities, or if staying at the Holiday Inn, we have the chance to enjoy a gentle stroll around Bolton town centre taking in the shops and perhaps market, depending on day. We have a special treat for lunch today as we visit the Olympus Fish & Chip Restaurant where we have a traditional fish ‘n chip lunch followed by an afternoon of entertainment, dancing and sing-a-long. As if that wasn’t enough, after the entertainment we enjoy some homemade scones, cream & jam.
Day 4 West Lancashire Light Railway & Kittywake Canal Cruise
Today we start by visiting the West Lancashire Light Railway Museum, a narrow gauge steam railway where we have time to admire the large collection of industrial locomotives. At lunchtime, we head to famous Wigan Pier where we board our Kittywake Boat for a 2 hour canal cruise with afternoon tea, so we can sit back in the comfort of our heated cabin to watch the ever changing scenery as we pass through areas key to the Industrial Revolution. We also have the unique experience of cruising through a working lock. Our boat has a fully stocked bar, so we can wash our meal down with a choice of drinks (not included). NB, West Lancashire Light Railway visit is based on exclusive group booking & strictly subject to attraction availability.
Day 5 Departure
After breakfast, we make our way home.
HOW ABOUT?
Why not add a cruise along the Mersey Estuary on the Manchester Ship Canal with panoramic views, historic buildings & beautiful countryside. Available on selected dates. Ask your Account Manager for details.
Day 1 Arrival
We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner.
Day 2 Manchester Airport Runway Visitor Park & Dunham Massey
This morning we make our way to Manchester Airport Runway Visitor Park where we enjoy the Concorde Classic Tour. We board the Concorde and learn about some of the unique features and famous passengers that made the Concorde so special. There are steps involved in order to get on board Concorde. This afternoon we visit Dunham Massey, a courtly Elizabethan mansion with French style formal gardens. The house has a rich history and the gardens offer a haven complete with roaming fallow deer.
Day 3 Bolton & Fish ‘n Chip Dance & Singalong
This morning we have at time at leisure at our hotel to make the most of the facilities, or if staying at the Holiday Inn, we have the chance to enjoy a gentle stroll around Bolton town centre taking in the shops and perhaps market, depending on day. We have a special treat for lunch today as we visit the Olympus Fish & Chip Restaurant where we have a traditional fish ‘n chip lunch followed by an afternoon of entertainment, dancing and sing-a-long. As if that wasn’t enough, after the entertainment we enjoy some homemade scones, cream & jam.
Day 4 West Lancashire Light Railway & Kittywake Canal Cruise
Today we start by visiting the West Lancashire Light Railway Museum, a narrow gauge steam railway where we have time to admire the large collection of industrial locomotives. At lunchtime, we head to famous Wigan Pier where we board our Kittywake Boat for a 2 hour canal cruise with afternoon tea, so we can sit back in the comfort of our heated cabin to watch the ever changing scenery as we pass through areas key to the Industrial Revolution. We also have the unique experience of cruising through a working lock. Our boat has a fully stocked bar, so we can wash our meal down with a choice of drinks (not included). NB, West Lancashire Light Railway visit is based on exclusive group booking & strictly subject to attraction availability.
Day 5 Departure
After breakfast, we make our way home.
HOW ABOUT?
Why not add a cruise along the Mersey Estuary on the Manchester Ship Canal with panoramic views, historic buildings & beautiful countryside. Available on selected dates. Ask your Account Manager for details.
Holiday Inn Bolton Centre
Bolton, Greater Manchester
This welcoming, modern hotel is centrally located in Bolton, around 5-10 minutes’ walk from the town centre. It is close to the motorway with convenient links to Manchester and the Northwest, making it a great touring location. The 132 bedrooms are contemporary and tastefully decorated in neutral tones. All are equipped with TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The stylish open plan bar and restaurant are bright and airy with large floor to ceiling windows letting in plenty of natural daylight.
• Lift • Bar • Restaurant • Tea/coffee in room • Coach parking is off-site & chargeable
Mercure Bolton Georgian House Hotel
Bolton, Greater Manchester
This hotel is built around a former Georgian Manor House with landscaped gardens, conveniently located with easy access to the M61, making it an ideal touring base for the Northwest. Each of the 91 spacious bedrooms is accessible by lift and the comfortable brasserie restaurant (accessed by a few steps) features a sun terrace surrounded by lovely gardens. There is also a sports bar and leisure facilities include an indoor pool, sauna, gym & spa bath.
• Ground floor rooms • Lift • Bar • Restaurant • Tea/coffee in room • Leisure facilities • Coach parking is on-site & free of charge
Holiday Inn Bolton Centre
Bolton, Greater Manchester
4 Nights Half Board
Twin from £429pp
Double for Sole Use Supplement from £119
Based on Sunday arrivals
Inclusions
• Concorde Classic Tour at Manchester Airport Runway Visitor Park
• Entrance to Dunham Massey
• Fish ‘n chip lunch & afternoon of entertainment, dancing & singing at Olympus Restaurant
• Entrance to West Lancashire Light Railway Museum
• 2 hour canal cruise with afternoon tea
Please refer to your quote for hotel inclusions.
Mercure Bolton Georgian House Hotel
Bolton, Greater Manchester
4 Nights Half Board
Twin from £378pp
Double for Sole Use Supplement from £125
Based on Sunday arrivals
Inclusions
• Concorde Classic Tour at Manchester Airport Runway Visitor Park
• Entrance to Dunham Massey
• Fish ‘n chip lunch & afternoon of entertainment, dancing & singing at Olympus Restaurant
• Entrance to West Lancashire Light Railway Museum
• 2 hour canal cruise with afternoon tea
Please refer to your quote for hotel inclusions.
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