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With the Easter break on the horizon (and hopes of warmer, brighter weather!) it’s time to start thinking about fun ways to keep the kids entertained while they’re off school. And as the Easter holiday is lovely and long, there are endless possibilities for how you could fill the days! So we’ve partnered with Enterprise Rent-A-Car to bring you inspo on Easter holiday road trips near Manchester that all the family will enjoy.
With over 400 branches in the UK, Enterprise Rent-A-Car is such a convenient option for planning a spontaneous road trip. From compact cars to people carriers, you can find the perfect vehicle to suit your family.
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1. Cadbury World
We can think of few outings that will earn you more brownie points with the kids than a trip to Cadbury World, and that’s why it’s top of our list of Easter holiday road trips. Open since 1990, Cadbury World has been the go-to attraction for chocolate lovers of all ages, for decades. Not only are there plenty of opportunities throughout the experience to enjoy your favourite choc, you’ll also discover the fascinating story of how this household name came to be. There are so many activities to get involved in – you’ll ride the Crunchie roller coaster in a delicious 4D adventure, travel back in time to Victoria Bull Street, venture through the Aztec jungle to discover the origins of the cocoa bean, get hands-on in the chocolate making zone and so much more. Plus, under 2’s go free, if you’ve got any extra-little ones in tow.
🚗 approximately 2 hours 10 minutes drive from Manchester
2. West Kirby beach
Having previously been named one of the best beaches in the UK, West Kirby’s 300m long bay is known for its sweeping views and scenic coastal walks. The beach is also lifeguarded so you can let the kids run around freely, and there’s ice cream, coffee shops and toilets nearby, with plenty more shops and restaurants in West Kirby itself – just minutes drive from the beach. Depending on the tide (information available on Dee Lane notice board), you can even explore the Hilbre Islands Local Nature Reserve, just 1km walk from the shore. Here you’ll find even more breathtaking panoramic views, all the way to North Wales and Wirral coastlines, and potentially even spot a colony of grey seals!
🚗 approximately 1 hour 20 minutes drive from Manchester
3. Sefton Park Palm House
Sefton Park Palm House is a stunning, Victoria Grade II* listed building, home to a remarkable array of botanicals from all over the world, including 20 varieties of palms and 23 varieties of orchid. The sights and smells you’ll encounter as you wander the grounds make for a truly magnificent sensory experience, with so much to learn about their important uses in the medicines, fibres and foods we use today. When it’s time to pause for a snack, you’ll find plenty of delicious options in the Palm House cafe. And as you explore the gardens, you’ll also find a lifesize chess board, perfect for a family tournament.
🚗 approximately 1 hour 10 minutes drive from Manchester