

Best places to visit in July
With school holidays underway and the sun beaming, how about making exploring the North of England easy this July with Northern and our 500+ destinations. We’ve devised the best way for you to enjoy the North's best cities, from Liverpool to York to Sheffield, as well as some of the North’s more quaint sun-soaked villages.
Embrace your spirit of adventure these holidays with Northern and make travel as easy as can be with our range of offers and tickets.
1. World Museum, Liverpool
Nearest station: Lime Street
Expand your knowledge this summer with a trip to Liverpool’s World Museum, which includes treasures and exhibits from all over the world. Investigate artifacts from the world over, across five different continents, like the museum’s extensive and heralded Asia collection, which possesses objects from Japan, China, and Tibet.
Whether you’re going for the exclusive bee exhibit or you want to learn more about how other civilisations lived, Liverpool’s World Museum is a great choice these holidays. Take your next date to the museum and travel on a Northern duo ticket.
2. Agility Park, York
Nearest station: Poppleton
Looking for something active to do on the undoubtedly rainy days that a Great British Summer entails? Look no further than Agility Park York, an indoor space suitable for all ages to use up all of their pent-up energy.
The Agility Park is a great option for any celebration you can think of. The park is friendly for kids aged 0 and up, with a section created for younger kids aged 0-3. If you’re looking for more thrills, then a race through the 120-metre-long Ninja Warrior course versus your best mate will please your competitive and thrill-seeking spirit. A great choice for staying active in a unique way, travel with Northern and find great deals on anytime tickets to Poppleton.
3. Kelham Island Museum, Sheffield
Nearest station: Sheffield
A city once known for being an industrial powerhouse, Sheffield has become a smorgasbord of different cultures, venues, and opportunities for unique days and nights out. Reminding the city of its roots, the Kelham Island Museum is a great option for those looking to learn something about this fantastic city. The museum has exhibitions on all of Sheffield’s main industries, from the Simplex cars to the Hawley Tool Collection. With free entry, head along whenever you please with a same-day ticket from Northern.
4. Hover Force, Cheshire
Nearest station: Frodsham
As you can probably guess from the name, Hover Force specialises in all things hovercraft but also has a great collection of activities like axe throwing. As well as individual activities, the centre can cater to groups of people too, with a range of activities which are perfect for large groups looking to get competitive this July. From old-school sports days to duck herding (yes, it’s exactly as it sounds), there’s plenty of unique fun to be had at Hover Force with as small or large a group as you please. Save on your travel with Northern and our group tickets, perfect for days away with friends and family.
5. Blakemere Village, Cuddington
Nearest station: Cuddington
Relaxation should always be at the top of anyone’s holiday list, and Blakemere Village offers the perfect spot for relaxation in a tranquil setting. With independent stores, delicious eateries, and forested paths, Blakemere is a great spot for chilling out after a stressful school year. The Village is also widely dog-friendly, and activities such as target archery, falconry, and crazy golf are readily available to occupy any kids while you stalk the shops for great deals. Travel with Northern to Blakemere Village with ease with our Rangers tickets and Rovers tickets, giving you the freedom to travel all across the North of England.