Manchester is a city that is renowned for its impact on the world. Whether for music, science, industry, or sport, Manchester has certainly played its part in shaping many aspects of contemporary English pop culture and tradition.

The bustling city is a perfect study destination for students who want to learn English in the U.K. Not only is Manchester a cheaper destination for students than London, but it also benefits from the natural beauty that surrounds the city centre. Greater Manchester (the area that surrounds the city of Manchester) is home to many parks, waterways, rolling hills, and picturesque getaways that make a perfect travel destination after class or at the weekend.

Here are a few of our recommendations for picturesque green spaces that students can enjoy with their friends:

🌿 Heaton Park, Manchester

Heaton Park is largest park in the north-west of England, and is home to many attractions that are perfect for students. Activities include: a boat ride across the boating lake, a visit to the farm zoo, a walk through the forest, a picnic on the fields, and a trip to the amusement park (depending on seasonal availability). Heaton Park is also the home of the famous music festival, Parklife. Parklife attracts around 80,000 people per year and is one of Manchester’s most anticipated events. Heaton Park is only a 15-minute tram ride from Kings Hall College, so it makes a perfect destination to visit to unwind after a hard day studying.

🌿 Platt Fields Park, Manchester

Platt Fields Park is a large public park in Fallowfield, a bustling student-centric district south of Manchester city centre. Platt Fields park is the location for many seasonal events throughout the year, including: Easter funfairs, religious funfairs, hot air balloon displays, arts & crafts events, music events, food festivals, and Halloween funfairs. Platt Fields Park is a 27-minute bus ride from Kings Hall College, so it is an easily accessible park to visit from the city centre.

🌿 Alexandra Park, Manchester

Alexandra Park is located south of the city centre and is only a 23-minute bus ride from Kings Hall College. Alexandra Park is a scenic park that is a popular destination for walkers, runners, and picnickers. The park boasts many green areas, a small lake, and a café known as the Pavilion.

There are many other intriguing green spaces further a field that are easily accessible via train, tram, bus, or taxi. Some of our other recommendations include:

🌿 Peel Park and the Meadow, Salford

🌿 Greenbooth Reservoir, Rochdale

🌿 Hollingworth Lake, Rochdale

🌿 Dovestone Reservoir, Oldham

🌿 Pennington Flash, Leigh

🌿 Dunham Massey, Altrincham

🌿 Chorlton Ees Nature Reserve

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