5 things to do in the North West

HSBC UK City Ride
Cyclists are set to take over Manchester’s streets on Sunday. It is the perfect opportunity to grab your bikes and explore the city with your friends and family. The roads will be traffic-free, giving you a new way of experiencing Manchester. There will also be loads of free entertainment for both kids and adults. Find out more here.

LIMF 2017
Liverpool’s International Music Festival is taking place this weekend at Sefton Park. The event is bringing together some of Liverpool’s and the UK’s most talented acts. The line-up includes Cast, Corinne Bailey Rae, Kate Nash, The Hummingbirds and Trevor Nelson. The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra will also be making an appearance. Find out more here.

Go to the beach
Come to the Beach returns to Heaton Park this summer and it opens on Saturday. The giant beach area comes complete with buckets and spades, deck chairs and even a paddling pool to enjoy. There are also family rides and attractions, including the Waltzer’s and the Big Apple roller coaster. Find out more here.

RHS Flower Show
The RHS Flower Show is taking place at Tatton Park. The event features a wide range of upcoming garden designers to marvel at. As well as a series of talks to attend, you can also take a look at the Butterfly Dome, the Bus Stop Boulevard and enjoy art throughout the garden. There will also be a wide range of food and drink to try. Find out more here.

A decade of making waves
This year marks 10 years since Liverpool’s Cruise Terminal opened. An event celebrating the terminal is taking place on Sunday. Over 350 ships will visit, with over 700,000 passengers and crew expected. The Celebrity Silhouette and AzAmara Journey will make the River Mersey their home and the event will round off with a dazzling display of fireworks. Find out more here.