Location: Stockport
Top Things to do in Stockport
What to do and see in Stockport, England: The Best Museums
Stockport /ˈstɒkpɔːrt/ is a large town in Greater Manchester, England, 7 miles (11 km) south-east of Manchester city centre, where the River Goyt and Tame merge to create the River Mersey. The town is the largest settlement in the metropolitan borough of the same name.
Restaurants in Stockport
1. Chadkirk Chapel Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By bazonian2015 - Stockport, United Kingdom
The actual Chapel building is currently closed. You can still walk around the stunning gardens. See the building from the outside which is several hundred years old. Along with the flattened gravestones. Beautiful spring flowers in bloom on the visit. In the adjoining garden. There is a bird feeding area which attracts numerous birds. Chadkirk well is not far away and has a well dressing festival. Walks all around. A peaceful oasis has benches to sit on
2. Hat Works Museum of Hatting
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4.5 based on 332 reviews
3. Stockport Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 60 reviews
Time-travel from Palaeolithic to present day Stockport to experience the town’s entire history under one roof. Explore the fantastic finds from Mellor Iron Age hilltop settlement, life in medieval times, the thriving textile industry of the Victorian era as well as the impact of World War I. The doors are now open to our brand new family gallery which has been designed to help imaginations run wild, it is a space where anything is possible. In partnership with illustrator Becca Hall, the museum has been reimagined for younger visitors. A new character, Museum Mouse, has been created to take people on a gallery adventure to discover favourite objects from the Museum’s collection. Visitors of all ages will be able to learn about everything from Ancient Egypt, animals and nature to toys and shopping.
Reviewed By ADennis2 - Manchester, United Kingdom
Visited on a Friday for the Bands FC Exhibition, tied in nicely with the Strawberry Studios floor of the museum. Great for fans of football and music in addition to your expected museum subjects such as local history and science. Gift shop reasonably priced and staff were in high spirits even with the news that an online consultation threatens to shut this great place down. Stockport is meant to be expanding, not shrinking! Use your free museums more people.
4. Avro Heritage Museum
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4.5 based on 232 reviews
Reviewed By Conger01 - Bolton, United Kingdom
A fantastic museum providing a comprehensive history of the Avro Aircraft Company and the wider british aircraft industry from the early days of 'string bag' bi-planes through the Second World War, Cold War and latterly the cancelled Nimrod MRA4 project. There is also lots of information concerning the development and production of number of civilian aircraft. Every exhibit is very informative and interesting with several being interactive - flight simulator and Occulus Rift Virtual bombing mission of Berlin - after which my 13yr old daughter said "Wow! That was really cool!" Several cockpits can be visited with a knowledgable guide to answer any questions and outside you will find Vulcan XM603 gleaming in its antiflash finish. All of the volunteers are very friendly, helpful and extremely knowledgable. There is also a great little cafe with a good choice of sandwiches and snacks.
5. Stockport War Memorial Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 28 reviews
6. Bramall Hall & Park
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4.0 based on 499 reviews
Bramall Hall, owned by Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council, is a superb example of a Tudor Manor House with origins dating back to the Middle Ages. The Hall, one of the most beautiful treasures of England, is of great national importance. The magnificent 16th Century wall paintings, striking Elizabethan plaster ceiling, the Victorian Kitchens and Servants’ Quarters give this Hall its unique charm. The Hall stands in 70 acres of parkland designed in the Victorian Romantic style. It offers woodland walks with intriguing glimpses of the Hall itself and of the brooks and lakes. The Stables Kitchen is an independent business located in Bramhall Park but is not owned by Stockport MBC. Bramall Hall offers guided tours, school visits and is used as a wedding and private function venue.
Reviewed By HeafR - Bakewell, United Kingdom
First visit and how delightful. The parkland is superb. The cafe and shop are excellent. The gem is the Hall itself. Brilliant value at just £5 per adult. The interior is exceptional with very informative notices in the rooms. Very lucky to see the Christmas decorations- these were better than most I’ve ever seen. The team are friendly as well. A true credit to Stockport Council for maintaining this so well.
7. Arts For Recovery in the Community (ARC)
Arc is a creative arts organisation based at Arc Centre and Gallery in Stockport, UK, specialising in public workshops, events, wellbeing and community development. We organise a varied programme of public events and exhibitions at the Arc Centre throughout every year.
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