The North of England Travel Tips
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Visiting Manchester from London
Written by Viator, June 2013
There’s a lot more to see in England besides London and once you’ve finished exploring the historic towns and picturesque countryside of the south, it’s time to head north and discover what ... Read more
3 Days in Manchester: Suggested Itineraries
Written by Viator, February 2012
There is more to the United Kingdom than just London. About 160 miles from London is the city of Manchester, a gorgeous town filled with stunning architecture, chic restaurants and cafes, arts and ... Read more
Manchester United Football
Written by Viator, February 2012
No experience in Manchester is complete without checking out a football game (that’s soccer if you’re American). Manchester United, or ManU as the team is affectionately dubbed, is considered one of ... Read more
Liverpool Suggested Itineraries
Written by Viator, March 2011
Gritty, historic and down-to-earth, Liverpool is one of England’s most important port cities. There’s maritime history to discover, cultural history in museums and galleries throughout the city, the ... Read more
The Beatles
Written by Viator, March 2011
Whether you take a self-guided tour, book an in-depth tour with a local music fan or see the sights as part of a city overview, Liverpool is a musical mecca for Beatles fans. The city is filled with ... Read more
The Beatles: Northern England's Fab Four
Written by Viator, August 2010
For a band that broke up 40 years ago, The Beatles’ popularity is as stratospheric as ever. Reissues and anthologies of their recordings continue to bombard the charts, while feature films and the ... Read more
3 Days in the North of England: Suggested Itineraries
Written by Viator, August 2010
The north of England's diversity promises good times for every kind of traveler. Music fanatic? Northwestern cities Manchester and Liverpool boast enviable rock 'n' roll pedigrees. Untamed nature ... Read more
Things to Do in Leeds
Written by Philippa Burne , UK, July 2012
Once a heart of England’s textile industry, Leeds has updated itself to become one of the most vibrant cities in the north of England . Whether it’s history, shopping, sport, or nightlife you’re ... Read more
Things to See and Do in Manchester, England
Written by Philippa Burne , UK, June 2012
Yes, the weather’s often not great in Manchester but don’t let that put you off, Manchester is a lively, historic northern city which has spawned some excellent music (Oasis, The Smiths, Manchester’s ... Read more
Roman Ruins in England
Written by Philippa Burne , UK, May 2012
One of the most significant Roman ruins in England and one of the most visited tourist sites in northern England, Hadrian’s Wall bisects the country from the North Sea in the east to the Irish Sea ... Read more
Stonehenge and Salisbury
Written by Philippa Burne , UK, April 2012
Just over two hours from London by train, Salisbury has two claims for our attention: its cathedral and Stonehenge. The area is said to sit over important energy lines in the earth and whether you ... Read more
Blackpool Tower
Written by Philippa Burne , UK, February 2012
Blackpool is one of England’s most famous seaside towns. Or should that be infamous? Nearly everyone English has a story about Blackpool and it’s seaside theme park attractions. This famous town ... Read more
The North of England
Written by Philippa Burne , UK, July 2011
The North of England has always taken music very seriously, from spawning The Beatles in Liverpool to the House scene and Oasis in Manchester. But recently they have begun to also take public art ... Read more
Drinks with a View at Cloud 23 in Beetham Tower
Written by Zoe Smith , United Kingdom, March 2013
For a breath-taking view over Manchester , it’s hard to beat the Cloud 23 bar, on the 23rd floor of the city’s tallest skyscraper, the Beetham Tower. The landmark tower, clocking in at 168 ... Read more
Exploring the University of Manchester’s Campus
Written by Zoe Smith , United Kingdom, March 2013
It’s the largest single site university in the UK, home to 39,000 students; commonly rated as one of the UK’s top Universities behind the world famous Oxford and Cambridge and ranks as one of the ... Read more
