Top 10 Walking Tours in North West England, England

Manchester is known by many as one of the most famous football cities in the world. However, the city has many valuable attractions, as well as many secrets and interesting facts. Did you know that professors at the University of Manchester created the first computer to store program and memory? The city has a library, which is the oldest public library in the English-speaking world, and is still open today. You will find interesting facts about the first inter-city passenger railway station and The Bridgewater Canal. Did you know that Manchester is the birthplace of Vegetarianism? When did the vegetarian movement start and why? A local charismatic guide will reveal the secrets and interesting facts about Manchester.

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The Beatles were an English rock band formed in Liverpool in 1960. With a line-up comprising of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr, they are considered the most influential band of all time. The simple guys from the industrial town were able to not only create extraordinary, original music, but also conquer the world. The road to fame for this legendary music band was difficult but very exciting. Did you know that during the band's first concert, people threw coins, whistled, and threw bitter replies at them? Beatles raised more money from the ground than they did for the show. The Beatles were constantly accompanied by scandals. This music group set the fashion of the time with their clothes and style. Millions of people around the world were crazy about them. Did you know that The Beatles have sold over a billion records worldwide? Hear the story of The Beatles and many interesting facts about its members from your local charismatic guide.

Inclusions: Local Guide

Exclusions: Entrance ticket: The Beatles Story: £17.00 - £11.70: The Cavern Club: from 12 pm: £5.00 - £2.50

Scafell Pike is the tallest mountain in England and a fantastic accomplishment. All that said, it isnt just about standing on top of England, the journey to the top is where you will see the wonderful sights. The huge cliffs and deep gullys send the imagination wild and bring a real sense of adventure. The Corridor Route is by far the most exciting and rewarding route to the summit of Scafell Pike and once you reach the summit you will feel accomplished. Our mission at Summit and Beyond is to reconnect people with nature, inspire confidence, build resilience and teach the skills needed to remain safe in the mountains.

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Explore the back streets of the Northern Quarter, find film locations and street art and discover how ceramic art transformed the area into the city's coolest district. You can also cast a critical eye on things as you learn about issues facing the city from social justice to public spaces. The tour tracks the transformation of the Northern Quarter since the 1970s when it was in decline in the wake of our first American-style shopping mall, the Arndale Centre, opening. The area, the one with the highest density of protected buildings in the city, was cited by cultural icon Tony Wilson in the early 90s as being 'our Detroit' owing to a mass evacuation of businesses. Abandoned and ruined it was the public art that turned the area around from 1998 onwards. The tour discovers that original ceramic art trail and uses more modern street art in order to weave together the narrative. I donate 10% of profits to local causes. Sustainable, thoughtful and inclusive tourism since 2012.

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Private and personalised experience with a Local Host. Manchester is renowned for being the vibrant capital of music in the UK - there are more live music shows here than anywhere else in the country - and it has recently been crowned the UK’s ‘best live music city’ too. Manchester is home to legendary bands like The Smiths, Joy Division and the Buzzcocks and many more. So with a Local Host by your side, follow the trail of the Manchester’s musical heritage through the city. Explore the neighbourhoods where Manchester’s home grown talent started out, visit some of the best venues and historic pubs and discover how proud the locals are of their musical culture as you stop by landmarks like Manchester’s Music Walk of Fame.

Inclusions: Private and personalised experience, 3 hours with a Local Host, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location), 2 craft beers or ales

Exclusions: Food and drinks additional to the ones included in the experience, Tickets to any attractions (most museums are free), Transportation costs, Gratuities

You’ll join one of our Manchester hosts as they show you some of the city’s hidden gems, local hangouts and secret spots. Whether you’re a football fan, keen on getting to know the city that Manchester United call home or you’re just looking to indulge in some northern culture - your host is excited to share their city with you. Get ready to lose yourself in all that this city has in store; just don’t forget to get the scoop from your host about other things to enjoy in Manchester. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Inclusions: Private and personalized experience, 8 hours with your host, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs, Gratuities (optional)

From poems of the ‘bonnie’ landscapes and character of the past to stories of some of the most well-known wizards and detectives of our time, all can in some way thank their beginnings to the streets of the beautiful city of Edinburgh. From the comfort of your own home you can join us as we virtually walk the streets of Edinburgh discovering were some of our favourite authors created their best selling stories and the inspiration behind some of the most well-known characters in literature. This is a tour perfect for all book lover no matter what genre, with a special mention of the Scottish dialect that some of the best Scottish writers and poets favoured over the past 300 years! To start, you will get instructions to log on and join your guide and fellow ‘virtual tourists’ on this fun filled interactive literature themed tour. After virtually meeting your guide at the birthplace of ‘The National Bard of Scotland’ on the west coast of Scotland.

Inclusions: Delicious Cheeses and fizz, Games and Quizzes, Professional Tour Guide

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Experience the panoramic views of the Lake District on our extraordinary tour like now other! We begin at Euston Station where we will meet and catch the Virgin train to the Lake district in Oxenholme. The world famous Lake District, is a mountainous region in North West England. A popular holiday destination, it is famous for its lakes, forests and mountains, and its associations with William Wordsworth and other Lake Poets and also with Beatrix Potter and John Ruskin. Moving onto Lake Windermere is one of the largest lakes innorthwest England. It’s surrounded by mountain peaks and villages, including Bowness-on-Windermere, where The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction has modern displays on the children’s writer. Finishing off with a lovely Afternoon Tea The Beatrix Potter House at Healing Manor Hotel. With enchanting mix of delicious savoury and sweet treats designed by Steven Bennett and his team of chefs. Before heading back to Euston station!

Inclusions: Afternoon Tea At The Beatrix Potter House, Fun Local Guide, Virgin Train Ticket, Lake Windermere Cruise

Exclusions: Hotel Pickup/ Drop Off, Food, Drink

Book a Local Liverpudlian for a personalised meet-up. Ditch the travel guides, decide where to go, what to see, what to do together with your private, personal, like-minded local host. With a friend who knows what you like, the city will unveil its best to you.

Inclusions: Private and personalised 2 hour meet-up, Working together to build the perfect itinerary for you, Local host, Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location), Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Any tickets into attractions/venues, Gratuities, Public/private transportation during the meet-up

Personalised and private foodie experience with a Local Host. The best way to really get to know a city is through its food and drink, so join a local to discover Liverpool, it’s craft beer and incredible food! The city’s craft beer scene is booming, you’re never short of places to find a pint and the locals are anything but shy when it comes to enjoying a drink. Throw in some classic British pub snacks and maybe even try the classic local dish of Scouse and you’ve got the recipe for a delicious experience in Liverpool!

Inclusions: Private and personalised experience, 3 hours with a Local Host, 2 drink tastings, 3-4 samples of different dishes, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Exclusions: Food and drinks additional to the ones included in the experience, Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs, Gratuities