Whether its city centre canals or suburban lakes, there's a number of great spots to soak up the sun
Ian Brown famously said 'Manchester has everything except a beach' - though that will change with the arrival of the £250m Therme water park in a couple of years time.
With the good weather finally showing up, we've picked out some of the best for you to bookmark - stretching all the way from the city centre to Hollingworth Lake. Ensuring we make hay while the suns shines, we've also rounded up 10 excellent places in Manchester for a sunny post-work pint, and the best rooftop bars.The Wine Press, Hollingworth Lake
Serving a mix of traditional and modern British dishes in a idyllic lakeside setting, the restaurant is kitted out with a number of picnic tables outside, so grab yourself one - before someone else does - and tuck into a Ploughman's Lunch, a seasonal salad or bloomer sandwhich.Known for its lively atmosphere and evening entertainment, the King's Ransom, with its floating barge-style beer garden is a popular south Manchester spot for getting the beers in.
The Wharf's sun-soaked terrace area is the perfect spot for a cold one and a couple of nibbles - we recommend the buffalo chicken wings and halloumi fries, or the crispy beef salad if you've got a decent appetite. The pub also delivers on drinks, with a collection of over 60 gins to choose from.Having made the vibrant village of Monton its home since 2006, The Waterside is a popular spot whatever the weather, but in the summer months its really comes alive - and we can see why.
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