Leigh Travel Guide
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![Pennington Flash .Leigh. NW England. Pennington Flash Country Park is a 200 hectares (494 acres) country park located between Lowton and Pennington, Leigh in Greater Manchester, England. The flash is a 70 hectares (173 acres) lake created at the turn of the 20th century by coal mining subsidence, mainly from Bickershaw Colliery, and flooding.[1] Now an extensive nature reserve with several bird hides and a network of tracks and footpaths, Pennington Flash Country Park is nationally renowned for its birdlife and is a classic example of natural regeneration. A variety of well-maintained paths cater for walkers, cyclists and horse riders. Ideal for disabled persons, the Flash's hides have ramps for wheelchair access. One of the premier birdwatching sites in North West England, over 230 bird species have been recorded on site including: Black-faced Bunting, Nightingale, Marsh Harrier, Spoonbill and Leach's Storm-petrel. Additionally, a wide variety of butterflies, dragonflies and damselflies can be spotted in the area. Facilities include a small information centre, a nine-hole municipal golf course, a pay and display car park, a children’s play area, picnic and recreation areas, bird watching facilities, fishing on certain shores, sailing, windsurfing and rowing through Leigh and Lowton Sailing Club, a mobile café and toilets](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070010/041de85a-58cf-401c-8b20-9985d43923de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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TRIBE Manchester Airport
Chicago Avenue Manchester England
The price is NZ$192 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
NZ$192
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions The Runway Visitor Park and Quarry ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,616 reviews)
Excellent room, never heard a single neighbour or car on the motorway nearby - great soundproofing.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
Outwood Lane Manchester England
The price is NZ$202 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$202
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,245 reviews)
Clean, nice and great staff
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Treehouse Hotel Manchester
Blackfriars Street Manchester England
The price is NZ$198 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
NZ$198
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Old Trafford and Trafford ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (600 reviews)
Huge room (studio suite), amazing design and great location. Very clean, and great price. Only minor thing was the lights in living room half didn’t work when I reported it no one came to fix it. I would still definitely recommend and will be back.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Native Manchester
51 Ducie Street Manchester England
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,050 reviews)
Room was very spacious and clean partner said she could have done with a mirror and socket to get ready she had to stand on the bed. Kitchen space and bathroom fantastic. I would stay there again.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Staycity Aparthotels, Liverpool, Waterfront
25 Drury Lane Liverpool England
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Liverpool. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,516 reviews)
Very clean.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Staycity Aparthotels, Manchester, Piccadilly
8B Gateway House Manchester England
Stay at this aparthotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,087 reviews)
Our room is the best ones we have had when compared with all the rooms we had in past 20 years of our travel, either in the US, Europe or Asia and Africa. The location of this Aparthotel is the best we have ever had. It is next door to Manchester's main train station. Can't find any better word to ...
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Leigh Sports Village
Catch an event at Leigh Sports Village during your trip to Leigh. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
BJ's Bingo
Enjoy a stop at BJ's Bingo, an entertaining place to visit in Leigh. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this culturally rich area.
Turnpike Centre
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Turnpike Centre in Leigh. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this culturally rich area.
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