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Activities in Manchester

Manchester is a city of canals and rivers, and the Rochdale and Bridgewater canals meet at Castlefield in the city centre. Nearby on eola you can book skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing on the dry slope at The Hill, home of Ski Rossendale in Rawtenstall, and kayak and paddleboard hire and open water swimming at Liverpool Watersports Centre on Liverpool's docks.

For more nearby, see Rawtenstall, Liverpool and Lancashire.

Kayaking in Manchester

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Questions about activities in Manchester

  • What can I book near Manchester?

    Skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing at The Hill, home of Ski Rossendale in Rawtenstall, about 25 km north of Manchester. For more nearby, see Rawtenstall, Lancashire and Liverpool.

  • How much do activities cost?

    At The Hill, ski and snowboard taster sessions cost £15 to £25, two-hour recreational sessions £25, coaching sessions £20, beginner and improver courses £125 and private lessons from £80 a person.

  • Can I do activities in winter?

    Yes. The Hill runs ski and snowboard sessions, courses and snow tubing through the winter.

  • Are they suitable for children?

    Snow tubing at The Hill is for ages 5 and over, and The Hill runs after-school ski and snowboard courses.

  • What should I bring?

    Gloves, and clothes that cover your arms and legs. Bring a change of clothes for snow tubing.

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