Travel Information

14th 20th Kings Hussars Museum

Open hours:
Mon Tues Wed Sat
1030-1700
Closed Thurs Sun and Bank holidays

General information (Tel) : 01772 264 075
General information (Fax) : 01772 264 079

14th 20th Kings Hussars Museum
Stanley Street
Preston
PR1 4YP
Lancashire
England

20 Forthlin Road is the childhood home of Sir Paul McCartney. It is a must for every Beatles fans out there. The Beatles rehearsed some of their early songs there and you can see how this building played an important part in Britain’s popular music culture.

20 Forthlin Road
Allerton
Liverpool
Lancashire
L24 1YP

Georgian house and former home of Liverpool photographer Edward Chambré Hardman.

Mr Hardman’s Photographic Studio
59 Rodney Street
Liverpool
Lancashire
L1 9EX
Telephone: 0151 709 6261

Blackpool Airport is a minor international airport on the outskirts of Blackpool on the Fylde coast in Lancashire, North West England. It opened in 1909, and grew for the most part during the World War II when it was used for the production of Vickers, Wellington bombers, and then in the fifties for Hawker Hunter jet attack aircraft.

Jet2.com, Manx2 and Ryanair are the principal airlines presently utilising Blackpool Airport providing international destinations such as Tenerife, Alicante and Ibiza.

After arriving, enjoy your Blackpool Airport motorhome hire and have the freedom to explore the North West as you choose to.

Chester Cathedral is a great place to visit whilst touring around Cheshire in a camper van. Chester Cathedral dates back almost 2000 years, and has origins in a prehistoric Druid’s temple. Records show that a church was founded on the site in 660. At Chester Cathedral you can witness a fine display of medieval wood carvings, the 200 year old “Cobweb Picture” depicting the Virgin Mary with child, and the ecclesiastical court which is the only remaining one of its kind in the UK.

A very pleasant cafe gives you the chance to relax during your visit.

12 Abbey Square
Chester
CH1 2HU.
Tel:(44) 01244 324756

Whilst exploring Lancashire in a campervan, a trip to Leighton Hall is recommended. Recently open to the public, Leighton Hall is a historic house and home to the renowned Gillow family, famous for their fine furniture craftsmanship.

In addition to the stunning architecture which includes fabulous Gothic towers, Leighton Hall also has extensive gardens spanning 1550 acres with woodland walks and attractive flowers.

In 2002 Leighton Hall was the filming location for Possession, which starred Hollywood A-lister Gwyneth Paltrow. Scenes from the 1945 classic Brief Encounter were also shot at the Hall.

Leighton Hall
Carnforth
Lancashire
LA5 9ST

Tel: +44 (0)1524 734474
Email: infor@leightonhall.co.uk

This bunker played a big part of the winning of the Battle of the Atlantic, its role being to ensure the successful delivery of supplies and equipment into wartime Britain from the sea. Situated near the Town Hall.

Liverpool War Museum Western Approaches
1-3 Rumford Street
Liverpool
L2 3SZ
Tel:151 227 2008

Manchester Airport opened in 1928 after several fugacious aerodrome developments in the early years of aviation from 1910 to 1919. These former aerodromes managed increasing air traffic from scheduled flights to London and South Shore at Blackpool via Birkdale Sands on the outskirts of Southport.

In 1929 Rackhouse in Wythenshawe opened as Manchester’s first municipal airfield. The location was atrocious and the ground shortly became waterlogged and larger planes had to be diverted to other airfields. Due to this problem, a new location was desperately required.

A fresh site was ascertained south west of the city at Ringwood. The airfield also housed aircraft manufacturer Fairey Aviation. The airfield acquired renown during World War II as an RAF base in addition to being a location for Britain’s Airborne Para Training facility. The prototype for the Lancaster Bomber achieved its commencing test flight from the Airbase.

After the war the civil aviation business began to boom. The Para training school buildings were modified to manage civil passengers and in the late 1950’s the runways were elongated to care for the greater commercial airlines.

By the early 1980’s Manchester Airport was intended for international long-haul flights to the Americas and Asia. A second terminal was constructed with complimentary rail and motorway links increasing the airport’s catchment area.

In 1988 Manchester International Airport celebrated its Golden Jubilee and 2006 Lufthansa commemorated 50 years of flights from Manchester Airport.

The airport has 3 terminals and is the 12th most in use airport within Europe. The popularity of Manchester Airport motorhome hire perhaps reflects this.

Whilst in the Manchester area in a motorhome search for a park and ride bus and try visiting Manchester Art Gallery to see one of the UK’s finest art collections. The art displayed at the Manchester Art Gallery is rich and diverse. See not only painted and drawn art, but take a look at the stunning gallery of costumes or the extensive decorative art exhibits featuring glass and metal work, ceramics and even dolls houses.

With such a varied collection of art on display there is something for everyone to enjoy at the Manchester Art Gallery, whether you are an art connoisseur or just looking for an interesting day out.

Manchester Art Gallery
Mosley Street
Manchester
M2 3JL
TEL:(44) 0161 235 8888

Manchester is a great base for motorhome hire, ideally positioned in the north of England for travel across several counties such as Lancashire, Cumbria and Yorkshire.

Manchester itself is host to many great visitor hot-spots. One of which is the Manchester Art Gallery, located in the city centre which is easily accessed by bus, tram and train from the surrounding area and nearby campsites.

There are many different collections on show at the gallery including Fine Art, Decorative Art and Costume displays. Many renowned artists are exhibited in the galleries such as Constable, Turner and Lowry.

There is also plenty of exciting entertainment on offer for children, in particular the Clore Interactive Gallery with many interactive games, stories and activities.

Entry to the museum is free for all visitors, perfect for saving money whilst enjoying a motorhome holiday in Manchester.

Manchester Art Gallery
Mosley Street
Manchester
M2 3JL

Telephone: +44 (0)161 235 8888
Fax: +44 (0) 161 274 7146

If you would like to explore the North of England then motorhome hire Manchester is a perfect place to start!

Once you have collected your motorhome hire Manchester you can begin your holiday. In the city of Manchester itself there are many exciting place to visit such as The Lowry, home to the collection of one of Manchester’s most famous artistic exports. In the nearby area you will find attractions like the Greater Manchester Museum of Transport, which displays artifacts from Manchester’s transport history including a famous Victorian horse-drawn bus.

But why stick to one place - in your motorhome hire Manchester you can quickly and easily set up camp in a new area and enjoy all it has to offer. In the north-west there is plenty more to explore such as Cumbria and the Lake District, which boasts some of the most scenic viewpoints in the UK and England’s largest National Park.

Depending on how long you wish to spend in your motorhome hire Manchester, you can even travel across to the north-east, up to Scotland, or down to explore the midlands and Wales. It’s up to you!

National Football Museum, offers the FIFA football collection, interactive, art, club and history galleries.

Journey in your motorhome to Sunnyhurst Wood with over seven miles of footpaths to explore. The beautiful woodland covers 85 acres. The Olds Keeper’s Cottage now serves as a visitor centre and art gallery where visitors can enjoy refreshments whilst picking up information.

Sunnyhurst Wood and Visitor Centre
Earnsdale Road,
Darwen, BB3 0LA

Telephone +44 01254 701545

Four restored galleries with permanent and traveling art collections on view.

Touchstones Rochdale
The Esplanade
Rochdale
OL16 1AQ

Tel: 01706 924492

A 15th century English country house, in woodlands on the edge of the West Pennine Moors. Period rooms and surrounding gardens.

Turton Tower
Chapeltown Road
Turton
Bolton
BL7 0HG

Telephone:01204 852 203

Restoration of this building can be viewed on open days throughout the year. Check out their website for detailed information on how to get there and opening times.

Victoria Baths
Hathersage Road
Chorlton-on-Medlock
Manchester
M13 OFE

Weavers Triangle Visitor Centre

Located in the former Canal Toll Office and Wharfmaster’s House at Burnley Wharf by the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. Displays include how cotton was made, a weaver’s cellar dwelling , a Victorian Parlour and recreated Victorian classroom.
They also have working model fairground, a Canal Toll Office - Restored to how it would have looked.

Weavers Triangle Visitors Centre
85 Manchester Road,
Burnley,
Lancashire,
BB11 1JZ
Tel: 01282 452403