Our guide to health and fitness in Manchester brings you everything from beautiful parks to running, cycling and walking routes, yoga and meditation, friendly gyms and peaceful places to go.
Looking for sights a little less grey than your WFH set-up? From the dramatic landscapes of the Pennines to traditional village scenes and iconic Manchester heritage – Manchester’s canals reveal it all. Whet...
Sometimes, spotting nature in Manchester can go as far as Piccadilly Gardens – and for resident Mancs, we all know that the famous spot hardly resembles anything green these days. If your body is craving the view...
If you’ve seen the cost of flights recently, then like us you may be thinking you’re better off staying at home this summer. What’s wrong with a bit of old-fashioned camping, hey? From John O’Groats to Land’s End, this...
Sometimes, you just gotta take a breather. And luckily for us, while we may live within a bustling city that can only be described as a playground for grown-ups, we’re also blessed with a vast array of beautiful n...
There are a number of things we love about the spring. Warmer weather, the smell of dew in the morning… But our favourite part of all? The sight of gorgeous, pink cherry blossom. Adding a huge dose of beauty to an...
Summer might not be here just yet, but we’re so bloomin’ ready to explore all of the beauty the UK has to offer. And a trip to the seaside is sure to give perk you up, even if the sun isn’t out. Ditch...
Sometimes, there’s nothing quite like escaping the real world for more calming, greener surroundings – which is exactly the ethos of Into The Wild; a forest experience tucked away deep inside the ancient woo...
Here at Secret Manchester, we’re big fans of the Channel 4 show Grand Designs, and we know many of you are too. It’s always fun when a Grand Designs property or project local to us pops up, and in the case o...
Tired of seeing the same concrete sights? Paint your world green with a trip to one of the prettiest parks and gardens in Manchester. From the city centre to Cheshire and beyond, we’ve rounded up the top spots clo...
If you need a break from your local scenery, these gorgeous scenic walks in and around Manchester make for great additions to your to-do list. From hiking up hills to ambling along lakes and reservoirs, escape the city...