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Created on 08 February 2012

by  Julie Whiteside Wood


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  • 1 Tatton Park All year round in Knutsford A folly in the gardens of Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire Kids & Family

    Tatton Park spans 2000 acres, with 1000 acres of deer park and 50 acres of gardens, as well as containing two historic houses. Originally owned by the Egerton family for nearly 400 years, today it is one of the National Trust's most popular attractions, hosting major events throughout the year.

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  • 2 Sky Ride Aug 2012 (annual) in Manchester Sport & Outdoors

    Held throughout the UK, the Sky Ride encourages cyclists of all abilities to hop on their saddles and hit the streets. Taking place in Manchester, this event allows cyclists to reclaim the city and enjoy a day of bike-based entertainment.

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  • 3 The York Dungeon All year round in York The York Dungeon, aptly written in blood Science & Knowledge

    The York Dungeon delves into the city's dark and haunting past and explores the chilling truth about the suspicious characters who have lived, hidden or died in the city. Watch out for the infamous highwayman Dick Turpin (who was hanged here) and the Viking Ivar the Boneless, who invaded the city on 1 November 1866 AD and caused much bloodshed.

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  • 4 UK Backward Running Championships Aug 2012 (annual) in Heaton Park UK Backward Running Championships, Manchester. Courtesy of UK Backward Running Championships Weird & Wonderful

    Held in Manchester's Heaton Park, the UK Backward Running Championships sees competitors negotiate a mile-long course backwards. Although it looks comical, it's a surprisingly demanding exercise and great workout - when fitness aficionados try it they never look forwards. (Sorry.)

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  • 5 Cadbury World All year round Cadbury World, Birmingham. © Marketing Birmingham Kids & Family

    Chocoholics flock to Cadbury World, four miles from central Birmingham, to sample fresh liquid chocolate, explore its Aztec origins, browse the world's biggest Cadbury shop, ride the Beanmobile and chase Creme Eggs in Cadbury World Essence. Advance booking is recommended.

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  • 6 Chatsworth House All year round in Chatsworth House Chatsworth House in Bakewell, Derbyshire. Courtesy of Derby City Council - Tourist Information Office Kids & Family

    Chatsworth House, stately home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, is also known as the "Palace of the Peak". In addition to art treasures, it has a beautiful 105-acre garden and a working farmyard, which is great fun for kids.

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  • 7 The Big Fun Run Aug 2012 (annual) in Darley Park Kids & Family

    Derby gets active as The Big Fun Run comes to Darley Park. The 5km organised annual run invites people of all ages to take part, in the name of whatever charity they want to support and, hopefully, to have some fun.

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