Set in a converted Victorian church with a beautiful garden, you've got to check out Glo Family! This unique centre in Cheadle has a café, sensory room, toddler play area, exercise studio and consulting rooms all under one roof. Classes on offer include Pyjama Drama, Twirling Ballerinas and R...

If you’ve made the effort to get to the Wild Boar Park (see entry) why not drive round to the beautiful Inn at Whitewell. Dating back to the 1300s, with roaring fires and spectacular views over the Forest of Bowland, the romantic feel of the place takes you back to times before the nippers. &...

Chorlton has always led the way in great independent eateries - and Oddest is a new kid on the south Manchester block. The third in the portfolio of 'Odd' establishments (the other two are city centre based), we gave the child-friendly service at this ostensibly grown-up bar 10 out of 10.   T...