Liverpool
Aintree is just under seven miles away from Liverpool centre, so whilst there Liverpool is definitely worth a visit. This historic city has got everything to offer. Home to the Beatles, Albert Dock, Premier football clubs Liverpool and Everton, and the Aintree Racecourse, famous for its world famous Grand National. There’s every type of accommodation available, from bi-named brands to quirky independents, posh hostels to luxury hotels, city-centre bolt holes to country mansions. The night life in Liverpool is full of bars, clubs, chic cafés, with the hotspots being Concert Square, Stanley Street and St Peter’s Square.
Liverpool also has a great deal to offer, in terms of shopping, including a Harvey Nichols. If you need some fashion tips, as what to wear to the races, there are some fantastic online sites which give you great advice, for that lovely day ahead. Whilst you’re out and about, and you want to keep up to date with the race results, then why not look online for horse racing tips and additional betting offers? Sites, such as bookie.com, give the hottest news on races from other race grounds, such as Cheltenham’s One day Festival. There’s betting tips, and it hosts some of the largest bookmakers in the industry, who are providing the largest free bet bonuses on the market.
Manchester
There are a selection of shopping areas in Manchester, so whatever you’re looking for you’re bound to find it here. The Trafford Centre is a huge shopping centre, located on the outskirts of Manchester, and it has all the high street shops, as well as a cinema and food courts. The Arndale Centre is in the middle of Manchester, and it’s Europe’s largest city centre shopping mall, and is connected to Selfridges. The Triangle was originally used as a corn exchange and its shops include, O’Neill, Jigsaw, and the flagship Adidas store.
There are good places to stay in Manchester, and you can find what you’re looking for online. Value hotels offer comfortable rooms, at affordable prices. If you fancy something a bit more urban chic then there are boutique hotels in Canal Street, and an old converted schoolhouse, where the rooftop offers a terrace, hot tub, glass veranda and sun lounges. For luxury, there are hotels which have stylish interiors, and bars which some serve afternoon tea.
Leeds
From luxury hotels to goof old fashioned B&Bs there’s accommodation in Leeds to match all tastes and budgets. Luxury serviced apartments give you a kitchen space, and a lounge area, so you get a true home from home experience, and the ability to do things in your own time. The B&Bs come in all shapes and sizes, from Victoria town houses to renovated cottages. Run by residents who know the city better than anyone, they can offer you the best advice as where to go.
Leeds comes to life at night, whether you want to catch a show, enjoy cocktails, see some live music, or soak up the atmosphere in some of the city’s liveliest bars, there’s something for everyone. It has been the centre of the real ale and craft beer revolution, which has taken over the UK in recent years, with almost every bar in the city offering something more than just a simple pint. Leeds is home to a number of fantastic bars, to give you a night to remember, whether you’re just popping out, or staying out until the sun comes up.
