With spring cleaning behind us, sun to look forward to, and bank holidays to enjoy, May is a great month to indulge yourself in everything the North of England has to offer.
Luckily, the temperature will climb throughout the month, meaning you’ll be looking to get outdoors as soon as the sun shows its occasional face to the country. With this in mind, we’re here to help you get from A to B, as well as recommend the best things to do in May so you can make the most of the slightly more frequent sun.
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1. Royal Albert Dock, Liverpool
Nearest station: Liverpool Lime Street
The perfect choice for enjoying the moments of good weather in May, the Royal Albert Docks allows you to soak in the sunlight along the river while also giving you cover to duck away from the rain. Take your pick from a diverse selection of shops, including clothing, souvenirs, and sweets that are locally owned, giving you an authentic taste of Liverpool.
The Docks offers enough to do for a whole day of bank holiday or weekend fun. Book now with Northern and head along with your friend with a duo ticket to one of the North’s best shopping districts.
2. Chester Races
Nearest station: Chester
Don your finery and search out the waistcoat, it's time for the races. The Chester Racecourse is home to 4 races throughout May, with trials at the beginning of the month and a family-oriented celebration at the end with Roman Day. The world's oldest operational racecourse, Chester Racecourse has mastered hospitality with multiple restaurants, food trucks, and picnic spots around the grounds.
On the final day of the month, Roman soldiers patrol the grounds, and there will be a range of family-friendly activities like archery and inflatables. Children 17 and under go free, so now is the best time to book with Northern and grab a family ticket today.
3. Leeds Treasure Hunt, Leeds
Nearest station: Leeds
Looking for a different way to explore a new city? Or perhaps you want to see the city you’ve lived in for several years in a new light. With the Leeds treasure hunt, you’ll be led away from the hustle and bustle of the main streets and taken through to some of Leeds’ unknown gems, known only to a few locals. If getting to know a city on a deeper level is something that interests you, then this treasure hunt will have you discovering some of Leeds’ best-kept secrets.
Whether you’re an amateur sleuth or an avid city trekker, Northern will have you covered with cheaper advanced tickets.
4. Printworks, Manchester
Nearest station: Manchester Victoria
Printworks is a must-see event for all those travelling through Manchester for a shopping or sightseeing trip. Featuring Europe’s largest digital ceiling, and playing all kinds of videos on it, Printworks is the perfect location for an all-in-one-building day out. With a range of pubs, bars, and eateries to pick from, as well as activities, there’s plenty to fill your day with at the Printworks.
One of the largest attractions is the 20-screen cinema, seating up to 2,000 people at once and showing all the latest blockbusters on Europe’s second-largest IMAX screen. Head to the centre on a whim if you feel like it; with Northern’s same-day cheaper tickets, you’ll be covered for travel no matter what.
5. Grosvenor Museum, Chester
Nearest station: Chester
Soak in some history from one of Britain’s oldest cities at the Grovesnor Museum, which hosts new exhibits every month and has a couple of mainstay features. The evergreen exhibitions revolve around the city's natural history and the Roman influence that can still be seen today. The special exhibitions can be more niche but carry the same insight as their mainstays, giving you in-depth knowledge of more unique areas of history.
Head along to the museum at your leisure with a Northern anytime ticket to avoid restricting your day.
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