What to do and see in Trafford, England: The Best Things to do Good for Kids

October 13, 2021 Matilde Konrad

Discover the best top things to do in Trafford, United Kingdom including Urmston & District Model Engineering Society, Manchester Disc Golf, Minikin Paint A Pot, Art with a Heart, The Trafford Centre, Dunham Massey Hall & Gardens, Imperial War Museum North, Old Trafford, Worthington Park, Walkden Gardens.
Restaurants in Trafford

1. Urmston & District Model Engineering Society

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5.0 based on 88 reviews

Urmston & District Model Engineering Society

The Society operates a miniature railway in Abbotsfield Park since 1948 at Chassen Road, Flixton, in the Borough of Trafford, Manchester. We run every Sunday throughout the year except Christmas Day. And some Banh Holidays. Weather permitting. The railway is a continuous circuit of 2200 feet (670 metres) of raised track comprising both 3 1/2" and 5" gauges. It is one of the largest elevated tracks in the country. The price of a ride is 30p per adult or child.

2. Manchester Disc Golf

Longford Park, Stretford M21 9TA England +44 7968 694745 [email protected] http://www.manchesterdiscgolf.co.uk
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5.0 based on 29 reviews

Manchester Disc Golf

Disc Golf has arrived in Greater Manchester! Manchester Disc Golf along with Trafford Council, The Friends of Longford Park and DUFFA have installed a new FREE-TO-PLAY 18-hole disc golf course in Longford Park, Stretford, Manchester. Thanks to funding from Veolia Trust, Thrive Trafford and a crowd funder, there are 18 permanent baskets (aka 'holes') on the course. There are both beginner-friendly and pro tee pads - so fun for all the family! The course is now complete and discs can be hired from the local café (please check the café opening hours and ensure you have enough time to play before heading out if hiring discs!). We can accommodate schools, youth and adult clubs, corporate events and stag/hen groups - please contact us for details.

Reviewed By bencK9658TC

Disc golf is great fun and the Manchester Disc Golf course is beautiful. Really well looked after by the volunteers and all of the regular players are really friendly. Great fun on your own or with the family, no matter if it's your 1st time or 1000th. I love to take my dog with me and have loads of fun walking him and throwing discs. Free to play if you have your own discs, or you can rent them from the cafe.

3. Minikin Paint A Pot

57 Cross Street Cheshire, Sale M33 7HF England +44 161 973 6822 [email protected] http://Www.minikindesigns.com
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5.0 based on 24 reviews

Minikin Paint A Pot

A beautiful Paint a Pot & family Art cafe based in Sale, Cheshire. Only 10 minutes away from Local attractions such as the Trafford Center, Lego Land, Sea Life, Chill Factore, Manchester City center amongst many others. A gorgeous and welcoming place to spend some quality time in our calm & creative environment, painting pots, clay workshops, getting baby hand & foot imprints whilst enjoying our gorgeous Mancoco coffee & beautifully baked cakes. Minikin also provide the BEST parties in town!

Reviewed By jsH4343PJ - Manchester, United Kingdom

Minikin hosted my daughter’s 4th party recently and it was brilliant. 14 children aged 4 and under was daunting for me (!) but Minikin made everything run extremely smoothly. From stories to painting pots to decorating biscuits to party games, we had a brilliant time and the team couldn’t have been more lovely.

4. Art with a Heart

New Street, Altrincham WA14 2QS England +44 7990 970555 [email protected] http://www.artwithaheart.org.uk
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5.0 based on 37 reviews

Art with a Heart

Art with a Heart is the Arts and Heritage Centre for the Community based in Altrincham (registered charity number 1159034). Delivering free events, exhibitions and workshops, there is always something for the family to do when visiting Altrincham. Heritage area includes maps of the Altrincham area dating from 1876, artefacts, transport and industry area. There is also an extensive range of local history books. There are regular art exhibitions and a resident artist who would be more than happy to discuss his latest project. The free Creative area is free to use during opening hours and once a month, Art with a Heart host free Craft and Chat sessions. Finally, before leaving visit the gift shop to purchase a memento of your visit. Funds from these sales are reinvested.

5. The Trafford Centre

Regent Cres., Stretford M17 8AA England +44 161 749 1717 [email protected] http://traffordcentre.co.uk/
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4.5 based on 3,204 reviews

The Trafford Centre

The Trafford Centre is world-renowned as one of biggest and most exciting shopping and leisure destinations in the UK, consisting of more than 200 shops, over 60 restaurants, cafes and bars and an array of exciting leisure venues - all under one spectacular roof. Whether you're looking for the latest must-have brands or all your high street favourites, a delicious meal or a day out with all the family, you'll find it all at The Trafford Centre. Highlights include SEALIFE, LEGOLAND Discovery Centre and a two-storey Primark store at Barton Square; the first Selfridges outside of London, a flagship Next store, John Lewis, Zara, Victoria's Secret and many more.

Reviewed By 293alland - Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Amazing shopping centre with everything you need under one roof, plenty of shops, both designer and high street... loads of great places to eat and drink as well as warm and sheltered... Amazing shopping centre...

6. Dunham Massey Hall & Gardens

Dunham Massey Hall Woodhouse Ln, Altrincham WA14 4SJ England +44 161 941 1025 [email protected] http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/dunham-massey/
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4.5 based on 2,287 reviews

Dunham Massey Hall & Gardens

Reviewed By helenhV3425VL

Beautiful winter garden with snowdrops early daffodils witchhazel and the most fabulous fragrant Daphne. Estate walks with deer and squirrels. Good for dogs on leads but sadly not in garden. Nice shop and 2 cafes with good choice of quality food whether hot meals snacks or cakes. Picnic area lake working mill. House closed for winter. Plenty of parking but can be busy at weekends

7. Imperial War Museum North

Trafford Wharf Road The Quays, Stretford M17 1TZ England +44 20 7416 5000 [email protected] http://www.iwm.org.uk/visits/iwm-north
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4.5 based on 2,787 reviews

Imperial War Museum North

Purpose-built to tell powerful stories of over a century of conflict, IWM North makes full use of its extraordinary exhibition space to deliver a moving and immersive experience.

Reviewed By BarryC732 - Chorley, United Kingdom

Set in Salford Quays the IWM North is a modern museum exhibiting different aspects and effects of war. During our visit the theme was "Less we Forget", showing exhibits and films of WW1. The museum was well laid out and provided a thought provoking experience for us all. Entrance is free and a pay car park is situated next to the museum. The museum includes a shop and a cafe. The displays are changed regularly so well worth repeated visits. It is staffed by volunteers who are very helpful and will answer any queries.

8. Old Trafford

Sir Matt Busby Way Old Trafford, Stretford M16 0RA England +44 161 868 8000 [email protected] https://www.manutd.com/en/visit-old-trafford
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4.5 based on 6,285 reviews

Old Trafford

Visitors can experience the club's history and go behind the scenes with the Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour. The Museum covers an unrivaled depth of history & the 80 minute guided Stadium Tour allows visitors walk in the footsteps of legends, calling at the players' dressing room, before walking out of the tunnel towards the hallowed turf. Visitors can take their seat in the Managers' chair in the dugout and imagine the roar of the crowd on a match day. Additionally, visitors can have a bite to eat at the Manchester United Red Cafe. Visitors from all over the world are welcome to Old Trafford, and audio guides, souvenir guides and guided tours are available in a range of languages. We're committed to giving the same great experience to all visitors, so the tour of Old Trafford is fully accessible to wheelchair users, and the Museum has a lift to allow access to all 3 floors. Whether you're a Manchester United fan or not, a visit to Old Trafford stadium is a day to remember.

Reviewed By Bootsthecat1

Did the museum and stadium tour my other half was in heaven for any fan it's a must must must see so much to see you can spend hours there the tour of the ground is excellent really well organised our guide Ray I think really knew his stuff and answered loads is question there are so many photo opportunities be prepared you can get an official photo with the treble trophies for a tenner if you wish the red cafe is good not a rip off and lovely staff hope you enjoy it as much as us

9. Worthington Park

Cheltenham Drive Borough of Trafford, Sale M33 2DQ England http://worthingtonpark.org.uk/
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4.5 based on 106 reviews

Worthington Park

Reviewed By catherinee46 - Sale, United Kingdom

Lovely little park, busy with dog walkers and families with children. Just how it should be. Plenty of picnic areas with seating, lovely bowling green, outdoor exercise equipment. Only minor issue is if it’s been raining heavily, pathways get completely flooded. I was past my ankles in water during the last heavy rainfall. All in all, a lovely park which I frequent regularly.

10. Walkden Gardens

62 Derbyshire Road, Sale M33 3EL England http://www.walkdengardens.co.uk
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4.5 based on 163 reviews

Walkden Gardens

Reviewed By 369rosie369 - Manchester, United Kingdom

The Japanese Garden is my favourite part of the garden...quiet, peaceful with beautiful trees all well cared for...each area gives you joy and harmony...the beautiful mature trees surrounding the labyrinth give you a place to sit and unwind... in the spring you can see hosts of daffodils...its well respected by all visitors...

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