Local attractions
There's plenty to do in the area, you could make a day of it and visit a local attraction before or after you come to see us. Here are a few ideas to get you started...
Salford City Stadium
1 Stadium Way, Eccles M30 7LJ
Tel: 0844 844 8400 | www.salfordcitystadium.com
Home to two top-flight rugby teams, Salford City Reds and Sale Sharks, Offering both rugby league and rugby union in the same venueÊ
From the Worsley Old Hall - about 3 miles to/from Salford City Stadium.
Lancashire County Cricket
Lancashire County Cricket Club, Talbot road, Manchester, M16 0PX
Tel: 0161 282 4000 | www.lccc.co.uk
Famous in the world of cricket, this club, with its rich history of over 150 years Lancashire County Cricket Club, is a prestigious international and county cricket venue.
From the Worsley Old Hall - about 6 miles to/from Lancashire County Cricket.
The Lowry
Pier 8, Salford Quays, M50 3AZ
Tel: 0843 208 6000 | www.thelowry.com
Set in a magnificent waterside location at the heart of the redeveloped Salford Quays, housing two main theatres presenting a full range of drama, opera, ballet, dance, musicals, children's shows, popular music, jazz, folk and comedy and gallery spaces
From the Worsley Old Hall - about 6.5 miles to/from The Lowry.
LS Lowry Collection
Pier 8, Salford Quays, M50 3AZ
Tel: 0843 208 6000 | www.thelowry.com/ls-lowry
The Lowry houses the largest public collection of works by LS Lowry in the world. Comprising around 400 items, it includes oil paintings, drawings, pastels and watercolours.
From the Worsley Old Hall - about 6.5 miles to/from LS Lowry Collection.
Imperial War Museum
Trafford Park, Trafford Wharf Road, Manchester, M17 1TZ
Tel: 0161 836 4000 | www.iwm.org.uk/visits/iwm-north
Visit the award-winning IWM North to discover powerful stories that reveal how war shapes lives, from a soldier's last letter home to the twisted steel of New York City's World Trade Center.
From the Worsley Old Hall - about 6.5 miles to/from Imperial War Museum.
Manchester United Football Club
Sir Matt Busby Way, Old Trafford, Manchester, M16 0RA
Tel: 0161 868 8000 | www.manutd.com
The story of Manchester United is unlike any other club in the world. Beginning more than a century ago, it combines eras of total English and European domination with some of the greatest adversity faced by any football club.
From the Worsley Old Hall - about 7.4 miles to/from Manchester United Football Club.
Tatton Park
Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 6QN
Tel: 01625 374 400 | www.tattonpark.org.uk
Tatton Park is one of the UK's most complete historic estates. It is home to a Tudor Old Hall, Neo-Classical Mansion, 50 acres of landscaped gardens, a rare-breed farm and 1,000 acres of deer park. Tatton hosts over 100 events a year
From the Worsley Old Hall - about 20 miles to/from Tatton Park.
Worsley Heritage Walks and Canal Cruises
Salford Tourist Information Centre
Tel: 0161 848 8601 | www.visitsalford.info/walksandwater
Discover Salford's fascinating and often surprising heritage on land or water, exploring everywhere from leafy Worsley village to The Quays, mixing modern urban landscapes and miles of countryside and waterways. Join one of our guided walks or see the city from a different viewpoint and relax on a leisurely cruise. Get an insight into a bygone era as history is brought to life.
From the Worsley Old Hall - about half a mile to/from Worsley Heritage Walks and Canal Cruises.
Ordsall hall
322 Ordsall Lane, Ordsall, Salford, M5 3AN
Tel: 0161 872 0251 | www.salfordcommunityleisure.co.uk/culture/ordsall-hall
Ordsall HallÊ- Salford's Grade 1 listed Tudor manor house - was first recorded in 1177. Since then, it has been home to medieval gentry.It re-opend in 2011 after a 3 year £6.5 million restoration project
From the Worsley Old Hall - about 6.7 miles to/from Ordsall hall.
Salford Quays
Salford Tourist Information Centre, The Lowry, Salford Quays, Salford M50 3AZ
Tel: 0161 848 8601 | you-well.co.uk/salford-quays/
The Quays is Greater Manchester's unique waterfront destination shopping, sport, art, drama, history and truly world-class architecture - you name it and you'll find it at The Quays. In one of the most exciting developments the city has seen, MediaCityUK welcomes both the BBC and ITV to their new homes and even plays host to its own orchestra - the BBC Philharmonic.
From the Worsley Old Hall - about 6.5 miles to/from Salford Quays.
Salford Watersports Centre
15 The QuaysÊÊSalford, Greater Manchester M50 3SQ
Tel: 0161 877 7252 | www.salford.gov.uk/watersportscentre
A unique sporting venue which is well placed and perfect for taking to the water. On the water, choose from sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, canoeing, raftbuilding, wowballing or head indoors to test your strength on the climbing wall. Located on the banks of the Manchester Ship Canal, in Ontario Basin, a closed off, secure water space purposely created for the centre.
From the Worsley Old Hall - about 6.5 miles to/from Salford Watersports Centre.
Salford Museum and Art Gallery
Peel Park, The Crescent, Salford, M5 4WU
Tel: 0161 778 0800 | www.salfordcommunityleisure.co.uk/culture/salford-museum-and-art-gallery
Salford Museum and Art Gallery presents attractions that include a Picture Gallery where you can relax and enjoy the splendour of the Victorians' passion for painting and the decorative arts, or stroll down the Victorian Street and marvel through shop windows displaying their original 19th century wares.
From the Worsley Old Hall - about 6 miles to/from Salford Museum and Art Gallery.
Wild Wings Birds of Prey
The Wild Wings Birds Of Prey Centre, Warrington Road, Glazebury, WA3 5NT
Tel: 07957 416 883 | www.wild-wings.net
Wild Wings family of birds includes Owls, Hawks, Falcons, Eagles & Coomy the Black Vulture! Offering experiences such as, Meet Our Birds, Owl Encounter and Hawk Experience.
From the Worsley Old Hall - about 6 miles to/from Wild Wings Birds of Prey.
The Marriott Worsley Park Hotel & Country Club
Worsley Park á Manchester, M28 2QT
Tel: 0161 975 2043 | http://www.marriott.co.uk/golf-hotels/mangs-worsley-park-a-marriott-hotel-and-country-club/worsley-park-golf-club/5229929/home-page.mi
The course is the city's premier course and a great challenge for all abilities. With 18 holes, over 6,611yards with a course par of 71 it is a well designed, picturesque course of challenge tour standard. There's also a driving range and putting green.
From the Worsley Old Hall - about 50 yards to/from The Marriott Worsley Park Hotel & Country Club. We're both in Worsley Park.
Trafford Centre
Trafford Centre, Manchester, M17 8AA
Tel: 0161 749 1627 | www.traffordcentre.co.uk
The choice of 230 stores along three miles of granite and marble boulevards. Stores range from designer and high fashion favourites, including the first Selfridges outside London, to stylish homewares at Barton Square. From tea dances and Mall Walking to fashion shows, book signings, pop concerts and film premieres, there's always something going on.
From the Worsley Old Hall - about 4.5 miles to/from Trafford Centre.
Chill Factore
7 Trafford Way, Urmston, Manchester M41 7JA
Tel: 0161 749 2222 | www.chillfactore.com
Home to the UKÕs longest indoor skiing and snowboarding slope an incredible 180 metre long, real snow slope and the coolest family day out in the North West.
From the Worsley Old Hall - about 4.5 miles to/from Chill Factore.
Bents Garden Centre
Warrington Rd,ÊÊGlazebury, Warrington, Cheshire WA3 5N
Tel: 01942 266 300 | www.bents.co.uk
The home to premium, quality plants and expert garden advice cpmbined with lifestyle additions such as the Children's Boutique, Outdoor Clothing, Food Hall and Homestyle departments, regarded as one of the best garden and home retailers in the country.
From the Worsley Old Hall - about 6 miles to/from Bents Garden Centre.
Manchester Clay Shooting Club
Bottany Bay Woods/Grange Rd, Eccles, Manchester M30 8JW
Tel: 07761 409 427 | www.manchesterclayshooting.com/
The North West's premier clay pigeon shooting ground ,Clay shooting is one of the fastest growing sports in the UK today and can be enjoyed by anyone
From the Worsley Old Hall - about 1 mile to/from Manchester Clay Shooting Club.
Haydock Park Racecourse
Newton-le-Willows, Merseyside WA12 0HQ
Tel: 01942 725 963 | www.haydock-park.co.uk
Horse racing has been run in the area for many years, There are courses for both flat racing and National Hunt racing.
From the Worsley Old Hall - about 12 miles to/from Haydock Park Racecourse.