Top Things to do in Salford
The 10 Best Things to do Good for Kids in Salford, England
Discover the best top things to do in Salford, United Kingdom including Adventure Now, Graystone Action Sports, Simulator Adventures, The Lowry, MediaCityUK, BBC Tour at MediaCityUK, Salford Museum & Art Gallery, Ordsall Hall, Manchester River Cruises, City Airport & Heliport.
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1. Adventure Now
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 170 reviews
Activities include Quad Biking, Archery, Axe Throwing and Crossbows. Well run with excellent equipment, enthusiastic staff and small groups so you get everything you would hope for and more. Great for families, friends and groups. We cater from age 7 upwards. Set in 300 acres of woodland a few miles from the Trafford Centre. Drinks and snacks are available at the venue.
Reviewed By A8203FLdavido
Had a great hour shooting with excellent instruction from Mickie! Provided fun games, explained everything clearly and ensured we made the most of the event. Cheers Mickie!
2. Graystone Action Sports
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 87 reviews
Graystone is a world-class destination for athletes and kids, inspiring progression in action sports; skate, scooter, bmx, trampoline, ski, snowboard, gymnastics, parkour and climbing. The action sports hub offers; summer camps, lessons, parties, and a variety of yoga & gym classes. The modern bar and restaurant provides the perfect opportunity to relax with the family whilst overlooking the action below. Currently being built is a parkour area, ninja warrior course, spring floor, trampoline zone and bouldering wall.
Reviewed By KPou74
Fantastic facility and really, really friendly and helpful staff. My daughter is just getting into skateboarding and the coaching staff and shop staff were so encouraging and honest and helpful.
3. Simulator Adventures
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 127 reviews
Simulator Adventures is a flight simulation business offering customers the chance to fly a full motion Airbus A320 flight simulator. With a qualified A320 pilot by your side we can recreate almost any flight scenario. You can choose from a worldwide database of airports and and we have specific airport modelling for most of the UK airfields in addition to some of the most challenging airports in the World including Sint Maarten, Innsbruck, Corfu & Kai Tak. You can select from either 30/45/60/90 & 120 minute slots. Why not give us a go and test your flying skills ?
Reviewed By PhilB2209
This was an amazing and thoroughly enjoyable experience from start to finish. On arrival my wife and I were welcomed and offered tea or coffee by the owners, Alan and Stuart. Alan was to be my instructor, and started by finding out if I knew anything about flying (a little, gleaned from Flight Sim on my home PC) and what I wanted to gain from the session in the simulator, which was some basic tuition on how to make a start with flying commercial jets, knowledge to take away and practice at home. Once inside the simulator (which is full-motion, not fixed base, so you feel every movement) you become fully immersed in the feeling of being inside an aircraft, and you soon forget that you are in a simulator. After running through the various procedures of starting an aircraft from cold (the option I chose) Alan took me through the pre-flight checks and procedures, explaining various things as we did so, and very soon we were ready for the first of two short flights to experience push-back, taxi, takeoff, cruising and landing, and then we practised various scenarios such as landing in different weathers and some emergency procedures. Alan put me completely at ease throughout, and his experience as a former commercial pilot came over very clearly with the ease at which he was able to answer all of my many and varied questions. We thoroughly enjoyed this 2-hour experience (my wife sat in one of two guest seats to watch what was happening), and I came away with an improved understanding of what it takes to fly a commercial airliner. I wholeheartedly recommend Simulator Adventures to anyone who is looking for a thoroughly immersive flight simulation experience, and I will most certainly be booking a return visit.
4. The Lowry
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,018 reviews
Situated on the waterside at the heart of The Quays, The Lowry is a stunning, award winning building housing two vibrant theatres, a studio space, relaxing art galleries, cafés, bars, a restaurant, souvenir gift shop and Salford’s Tourist Information Centre. With a huge variety of performances, The Lowry's Lyric and Quays Theatres offer a wealth of fabulous entertainment, including West End musicals, the very best in drama, live bands, famous comedians, plus world class dance and opera.Gallery entry is free and you can enjoy the work of one of the nation's favourite artists, LS Lowry, in changing exhibitions of his work which we hope will offer some surprises. At the same time, experience work by artists of local, national and international renown to compliment our Lowry exhibitions. There's always something new and refreshing to see in our galleries.With family fun throughout the building, guided tours, the Meet Mr Lowry film, plus participatory activity for all ages, The Lowry is a great day out.
Reviewed By Centaured - Manchester, United Kingdom
First of all, I have been to a lot of venues and theatres and this is one of my favourite in the country. Let me tell you why... The Lowry is run by a large group of volunteers who give countless hours to support the venue, that makes a difference - they want to be there and the customer experience shows. The theatre is a registered charity with an aim to bring the best performances to a wide group of people, some of whom would not normally experience theatre. The Lowry is split into the Lyric Theatre (large touring production space), the Quays Theatre (much smaller intimate theatre space), Lowry exhibition, restaurant, bars, coffee shop and gallery space. The Lyric theatre is a large 3 tier space, with some of the most accessible and comfortable spaces in any theatres in the UK I have ever been in. As the theatre was custom designed for sound, the sound performance is always crystal clear and a joy for any type of performance. This is the largest theatre outside of London and holds up to 1,730 seats in a tiered curve so there is space for everyone to see - much better than the Palace or Opera House for viewing space and comfort. The Quays is a smaller, four tier with smaller, stool spaces in the tiers around the sides of the smaller stage and is great for smaller plays, intimate talks and new material and can hold up to 440 people. The venue is extremely accessible with sloped walkways, lifts and clear descriptions everywhere. This is probably one of the best theatre spaces in the UK and holds such a diverse range of musical theatre, concerts, dance, drama, new plays and shows and has a yearly behind the scenes day which if you get a chance, you absolutely must, it's amazing!
5. MediaCityUK
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 703 reviews
There is never a dull day at MediaCityUK. Atmosphere is central to the MediaCityUK ethos and with a host of cultural and sporting attractions, cinemas, world class events, shopping, an abundance of bars and restaurants and a diversity of people living and working here - atmosphere is certainly something that is never lacking. MediaCityUK is Manchester's newest destination and we love working with our neighbours and business brands to bring innovative events and activities to our community.
Reviewed By ruthadler718 - Manchester, United Kingdom
Love Media City such a great place to visit So much to see with a great choice of restaurants, outlet shopping mall and a theatre all within 5 minutes walk of each other Metro link also runs to Media City
6. BBC Tour at MediaCityUK
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 368 reviews
Join us on a tour of the BBC at MediaCityUK in Salford and walk in the footsteps of some of your favourite celebrities. Our experienced Tour Guides will look after you while passing on some of the secrets of broadcasting. All tours are different as this is a working site, but we will endeavour to show you the most interesting areas available to us on the day of your visit, giving you a fascinating insight into the world of television and radio.
7. Salford Museum & Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 224 reviews
Salford Museum and Art Gallery was the UK’s ‘first free public library’, which opened in January 1850, followed in November by a museum and art gallery. The building was a mansion house known as Lark Hill, which had been built in the 1790s and has given its name to our famous Lark Hill Place; a Victorian street within the museum. Today, Salford Museum and Art Gallery presents an exciting programme of permanent displays and changing contemporary exhibitions together with a range of events and activities guaranteed to inspire which completes a must visit experience for individuals, families, schools and organisations to come and enjoy. When you have visited the galleries why not pop into our cafe or purchase a souvenir in the museum shop. Our learning and outreach programme allows everyone to get involved with the museum - perhaps taking part in a Victorian washday, learning new crafts or reminiscing with our memory boxes. We offer free admission and welcome all children accompanied by a responsible adult.
Reviewed By 768ninaw
This museum cannot be faulted fab exhibits Lovely shop and cafe with an extensive menu and very quick service in a really pleasant setting overlooking peel park I have one tiny personal moan which is soya lattes are traditionally made with sweetened soya milk not the unsweetened that is served Here it was also a very cheap bitter brand But otherwise the visit was a great success and I will be bringing other friends and family to visit
8. Ordsall Hall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 293 reviews
Reviewed By P2110PPhannahm
Ordsall Hall is a fab place to visit with kids, or just as adults. Its a wonderful place to learn about Manchesters incredible history. There are information boards and the restoration work makes you feel like you've stepped back in time. The staff are also so friendly and helpful...I highly recommend a visit!
9. Manchester River Cruises
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 61 reviews
Summer sightseeing trips from Media City at Salford Quays running from end of July to early September.
10. City Airport & Heliport
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 58 reviews
City Airport is a General and Business Aviation Airfield in Greater Manchester. Opened in 1930, this unique location features grass runways and a historic Control Tower building. Open to the general public, with free parking, viewing/picnic area and a viewing balcony, it is an idea day out for all ages. See the airport in action with a variety of aircraft, helicopters, microlights. Also home to Police Helicopter Services and the North West Air Ambulance Charity.
Reviewed By Lorna081166 - Manchester, United Kingdom
Myself and family went to watch the planes with our grandchildren and decided to have a meal while we were there. We had a Sunday dinner and OMG, the amount we got was fabulous and very worth the money we paid. The drinks are very reasonable to. In the school summer holidays they have a Summer Beach month with real sand, a fairground, ice creams, fast food - we were lucky to get a very sunny day and it was amazing!
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