City Centre Cruises offers a relaxed way to see Manchester from the water, gliding along its historic canals past former mills, red-brick warehouses and modern waterfront developments. Trips range from simple sightseeing cruises to afternoon teas, Sunday lunches and evening buffet sailings, all taken at an easy pace that lets you soak in the city’s industrial heritage from a different angle.

Retreat to the wilderness and enjoy 20,000 hectares of mountain scenery, bogland, and heath at Wicklow Mountains National Park. The largest of Ireland's six National Parks features nine way-marked walkways and is a special area of conservation, with unique biodiversity and landscapes. The most visited area is the scenic Glendalough Valley, where the ancient monastic settlement of St Kevin is located.

Set on 260 acres of parkland in the pretty seaside town of Malahide, this castle was both a fortress and a private home for nearly 800 years. This structure boasts an array of architectural styles, with many additions and alterations over the years culminating to form a unique, romantic, and beautiful landmark.

Hard hats at the ready! Standedge Tunnel is Britain's longest, deepest, and highest canal tunnel, hidden deep beneath the beautiful Pennine countryside. One of the seven wonders of the local waterways, this must-see attraction is located in Marsden, a charming Yorkshire village. A great day out for all the family, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Discover the history of Standedge in the visitor centre, which is free to enter. Learn the stories of the folk who built and navigated this tremendous tunnel. Meanwhile, the kids will be kept occupied in the indoor soft play area and the outdoor adventure play area! Feeling peckish? You’ll find the wonderful Watersedge Café in the old Tunnel End cottages. Enjoy a cup of tea and a slice of cake or visit for lunch on a lovely summer’s day by the canal. You may even see the resident ducks, Jemima and Duncan, float past the picnic tables.