Leigh
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![Pennington Flash .Leigh. NW England. Pennington Flash Country Park is a 200 hectares (494 acres) country park located between Lowton and Pennington, Leigh in Greater Manchester, England. The flash is a 70 hectares (173 acres) lake created at the turn of the 20th century by coal mining subsidence, mainly from Bickershaw Colliery, and flooding.[1] Now an extensive nature reserve with several bird hides and a network of tracks and footpaths, Pennington Flash Country Park is nationally renowned for its birdlife and is a classic example of natural regeneration. A variety of well-maintained paths cater for walkers, cyclists and horse riders. Ideal for disabled persons, the Flash's hides have ramps for wheelchair access. One of the premier birdwatching sites in North West England, over 230 bird species have been recorded on site including: Black-faced Bunting, Nightingale, Marsh Harrier, Spoonbill and Leach's Storm-petrel. Additionally, a wide variety of butterflies, dragonflies and damselflies can be spotted in the area. Facilities include a small information centre, a nine-hole municipal golf course, a pay and display car park, a children’s play area, picnic and recreation areas, bird watching facilities, fishing on certain shores, sailing, windsurfing and rowing through Leigh and Lowton Sailing Club, a mobile café and toilets](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070010/041de85a-58cf-401c-8b20-9985d43923de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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TRIBE Manchester Airport
Chicago Avenue Manchester England
The price is ₩140,046 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
₩140,046
₩168,056 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions The Runway Visitor Park and Quarry ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,746 reviews)
Perfect location, room.was.really nice , clean and quiet. Well signed from the station. Good value for money. Quick check-in. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026
a&o Manchester City Centre
21 Dickinson Street Manchester England
The price is ₩72,392 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
₩72,392
₩89,243 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,026 reviews)
Seriously the room felt like a motor home. The tv casting did not work. And for christ sake a kettle is a must! Twice i stayed... Twice no kettle
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport
Chicago Avenue Manchester England
The price is ₩202,654 per night from Apr 10 to Apr 11
₩202,654
₩243,185 total
Apr 10 - Apr 11
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,983 reviews)
Great stay
Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Native Manchester
51 Ducie Street Manchester England
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,092 reviews)
The apartment was extremely outdated and somewhat unclean. Stained sofa which was quite gross and the bathroom was not fully cleaned. The dust in the living room area and also on surfaces was apparent.
Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026
Citadines City Centre Liverpool
72 Church Street Liverpool England
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Liverpool. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,165 reviews)
Excellent location
Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026
Whitworth Locke
74 Princess St. Manchester England
Stay at this aparthotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,290 reviews)
Cool place. Good location . The rooms were incredible value. Huge with kitchenette and washing machine, fridge freezer, cooker, microwave so you can save on eating out.
Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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