themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-10--FIFA 20: Bruno Fernandes and Odion Ighalo added to Manchester United squad with updated ratings

With a top four place still within grasp for Manchester United this season , Ole Gunnar Solskjaer strengthened their squad with two high-profile additions in the winter transfer window with midfielder Bruno Fernandes and striker Odion Ighalo joining the club in January .
Fernandes joined United from Sporting CP for an initial fee of £45million plus incentive-driven add-ons , whilst Ighalo joined the club on transfer deadline day in a loan deal from Chinese club Shanghai Greenland Shenhua .
Fernandes has already made his debut for United , impressing in the 0-0 draw with Wolves at Old Trafford on January @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and quality to the United squad .
With the January transfer window now in the distant past , EA SPORTS have updated the FIFA 20 database to include the latest transfers , with Fernandes and Ighalo added to the United squad in the latest update .
Here is how they rate after being confirmed as United players in FIFA 20 .
The new United midfielder has some impressive attributes on FIFA 20 , suggesting that he 's a technically skilled midfield play-maker who is capable of hurting teams in a variety of ways @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Football Manager and other gaming news here .
As you can see from his attributes above , Fernandes is a great set piece taker , which means he should take over both free-kick duties and penalty taking duties .
But , Fernandes has also got the stamina and work rate to go with his immense technical quality , which is essential in the modern game .
The new United man has also got a four-star weak foot rating , which means that his left foot is almost as strong as his favoured right @ @ @ @ @ @ @ too , which shows his technical skill .
In addition , Fernandes has got a high value for attacking and defensive work rate , showing further that he 's not afraid to put a shift in .
Fernandes ' traits on FIFA 20 are Leadership , Flair , Outside Foot Shot , Long Passer , Long Shot Taker and Playmaker , which summarises his profile nicely .
His overall rating of 85 immediately ranks him as one of United 's best players , with only David De Gea ( 88 ) and Paul @ @ @ @ @ @ @ overall rating .
But , Fernandes potential rating of 88 means that he can become United 's best outfield player overall in the future , with the Portuguese international still got potential to develop further .
According to his FIFA 20 profile , Ighalo is a quick , strong and relatively clinical striker , who has a decent mix of attributes .
His high acceleration and sprint speed attributes , along with his strength and balance , make him a real physical specimen , but he 's got technical quality too .
One @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , also having a decent dribbling attribute too .
But , his short passing ( 69 ) and long passing ( 55 ) attributes are poor , so he 's not a player who FIFA suggests excels in his build-up play .
Also , his weak foot rating of three-stars is pretty average .
In terms of overall ability , his 77 rating makes him an average player compared to the players in the United squad , with players like Jesse Lingard ( 80 ) , Juan Mata ( 80 ) and Nemanja @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ratings .
In terms of strikers , Ighalo is behind Marcus Rashford ( 83 ) and Anthony Martial ( 83 ) , but is rated more highly than Mason Greenwood ( 71 ) .

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With a top four place still within grasp for Manchester United this season, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer strengthened their squad with two high-profile additions in the winter transfer window with midfielder Bruno Fernandes and striker Odion Ighalo joining the club in January.
Fernandes joined United from Sporting CP for an initial fee of £45million plus incentive-driven add-ons, whilst Ighalo joined the club on transfer deadline day in a loan deal from Chinese club Shanghai Greenland Shenhua.
Fernandes has already made his debut for United, impressing in the 0-0 draw with Wolves at Old Trafford on January 31 and will add much needed creativity and quality to the United squad.
With the January transfer window now in the distant past, EA SPORTS have updated the FIFA 20 database to include the latest transfers, with Fernandes and Ighalo added to the United squad in the latest update.
Here is how they rate after being confirmed as United players in FIFA 20.
Bruno Fernandes on FIFA 20
Overall ability: 85/100
Potential ability: 88/100
Best attributes: Stamina (92), penalties (90), long shots (89), shot power (89), vision (88), FK accuracy (87), long passing (87), ball control (87), curve (86), composure (86), short passing (86) and volleys (86)
The new United midfielder has some impressive attributes on FIFA 20, suggesting that he's a technically skilled midfield play-maker who is capable of hurting teams in a variety of ways.
Get all the latest FIFA, Football Manager and other gaming news here.
As you can see from his attributes above, Fernandes is a great set piece taker, which means he should take over both free-kick duties and penalty taking duties.
But, Fernandes has also got the stamina and work rate to go with his immense technical quality, which is essential in the modern game.
The new United man has also got a four-star weak foot rating, which means that his left foot is almost as strong as his favoured right. He's got four-star skill moves too, which shows his technical skill.
In addition, Fernandes has got a high value for attacking and defensive work rate, showing further that he's not afraid to put a shift in.
Fernandes' traits on FIFA 20 are Leadership, Flair, Outside Foot Shot, Long Passer, Long Shot Taker and Playmaker, which summarises his profile nicely.
His overall rating of 85 immediately ranks him as one of United's best players, with only David De Gea (88) and Paul Pogba (87) having a higher overall rating.
But, Fernandes potential rating of 88 means that he can become United's best outfield player overall in the future, with the Portuguese international still got potential to develop further.
Odion Ighalo on FIFA 20
Overall ability: 77/100
Potential ability: 77/00
Best attributes: Acceleration (86), finishing (80), sprint speed (80), strength (78), positioning (77), balance (77), stamina (77), dribbling (77)
According to his FIFA 20 profile, Ighalo is a quick, strong and relatively clinical striker, who has a decent mix of attributes.
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His high acceleration and sprint speed attributes, along with his strength and balance, make him a real physical specimen, but he's got technical quality too.
One of his best attributes is his finishing, also having a decent dribbling attribute too. But, his short passing (69) and long passing (55) attributes are poor, so he's not a player who FIFA suggests excels in his build-up play. Also, his weak foot rating of three-stars is pretty average.
In terms of overall ability, his 77 rating makes him an average player compared to the players in the United squad, with players like Jesse Lingard (80), Juan Mata (80) and Nemanja Matic (79) having higher overall ratings.
In terms of strikers, Ighalo is behind Marcus Rashford (83) and Anthony Martial (83), but is rated more highly than Mason Greenwood (71).


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-10--Middleton to get 'desperately needed' new affordable housing after 'like-for-like' scheme approved

Middleton is to get more than two-dozen new affordable homes after planners gave a housing association ’ s proposals the thumbs-up .
The 28 properties - to be built off Newby Drive , in Langley - are a mix of one and two-bedroom houses and bungalows .
They will be available for ‘ affordable rent ’ through social housing provider Riverside , which worked with Rochdale council to develop the scheme .
It is a 'like-for-like ' development , replacing 28 homes which were demolished around 15 years ago .
Speaking at a meeting of the council ’ s planning @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the homes were ‘ much needed ’ on the Middleton estate .
But concerns were raised over the impact on residents whose homes will back on to the new properties .
One objector from Bonscale Crescent - who did not give her name - spoke against the application .
She told members how a new road and parking spaces would lead ‘ directly up ’ to her garden fence , and that of her neighbour .
She said : “ The plans show a road going right up to the back of my @ @ @ @ @ @ @ my back garden fence .
“ I have lived at the property since March 1993 and have always had grass , garden and privet behind my property .
I am very concerned at how exposed my property will become with a road leading straight up to my garden.
” The objector said that her ‘ major concern ’ was the health problems that could be caused by the air pollution of ‘ potentially 56 extra cars ’ .
And she also questioned why more social housing had not been built at the Langley @ @ @ @ @ @ @ developments , rather than on the ‘ green space ’ behind her home , where she created a wildlife haven some 15 years ago .
This included the creation of ‘ hedgehog highways ’ and also provides a home for creatures such as bats and dragonflies .
However , the panel heard that - as the 1.7 acre plot had been previously developed , it was classed as a brownfield site .
Keith Bennett , of Riverside ’ s agents BYA Ltd said the development went a long way to addressing the shortfall @ @ @ @ @ @ @ He added : “ The general layout and design has come about from being sensitive to the surroundings while still trying to maintain a level of development which is sustainable for the housing association.
” Coun Irene Davidson agreed that Langley had a ‘ desperate need ’ for affordable housing - but asked Riverside to work with the objector to ensure her quality of life did not suffer once the new homes were built .
And , backing the plans for approval , Coun Burke told the committee : “ These are much @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have a long waiting list and the ( Middleton West ) ward councillors fully support this application .
“ While we are frustrated to hear the resident ’ s concerns we need to move forward .
“ This is a massive boost to Langley , to get an additional 28 homes .
We have listened to the concerns of local residents and hope Riverside will address the concerns that have been raised and work ( with us ) in partnership.
” Describing Riverside as a ‘ fantastic organisation ’ he added : ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this social housing built , we should not turn it down.
” The application was unanimously approved , although Coun John Taylor did express his disappointment that Riverside was not considering installing sprinklers - as per a fire service recommendation - or electric vehicle charging points .
Rochdale council ’ s planning and licensing committee met at Number One Riverside , on Thursday , February 6 .

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Middleton is to get more than two-dozen new affordable homes after planners gave a housing association’s proposals the thumbs-up.
The 28 properties - to be built off Newby Drive, in Langley - are a mix of one and two-bedroom houses and bungalows.
They will be available for ‘affordable rent’ through social housing provider Riverside, which worked with Rochdale council to develop the scheme.
It is a 'like-for-like' development, replacing 28 homes which were demolished around 15 years ago.
Speaking at a meeting of the council’s planning committee, vice-chair Coun Phil Burke said the homes were ‘much needed’ on the Middleton estate.
But concerns were raised over the impact on residents whose homes will back on to the new properties.
One objector from Bonscale Crescent - who did not give her name - spoke against the application.
She told members how a new road and parking spaces would lead ‘directly up’ to her garden fence, and that of her neighbour.
She said: “The plans show a road going right up to the back of my property with a parking space directly behind my back garden fence.
“I have lived at the property since March 1993 and have always had grass, garden and privet behind my property. I am very concerned at how exposed my property will become with a road leading straight up to my garden.”
The objector said that her ‘major concern’ was the health problems that could be caused by the air pollution of ‘potentially 56 extra cars’.
And she also questioned why more social housing had not been built at the Langley Lane, Hollin Lane and Willow Park developments, rather than on the ‘green space’ behind her home, where she created a wildlife haven some 15 years ago.
This included the creation of ‘hedgehog highways’ and also provides a home for creatures such as bats and dragonflies.
However, the panel heard that - as the 1.7 acre plot had been previously developed, it was classed as a brownfield site.
Keith Bennett, of Riverside’s agents BYA Ltd said the development went a long way to addressing the shortfall of social housing in the area.
He added: “ The general layout and design has come about from being sensitive to the surroundings while still trying to maintain a level of development which is sustainable for the housing association.”
Coun Irene Davidson agreed that Langley had a ‘desperate need’ for affordable housing - but asked Riverside to work with the objector to ensure her quality of life did not suffer once the new homes were built.
And, backing the plans for approval, Coun Burke told the committee: “These are much needed homes on the estate. We have a long waiting list and the (Middleton West) ward councillors fully support this application.
“While we are frustrated to hear the resident’s concerns we need to move forward.
“This is a massive boost to Langley, to get an additional 28 homes. We have listened to the concerns of local residents and hope Riverside will address the concerns that have been raised and work (with us) in partnership.”
Describing Riverside as a ‘fantastic organisation’ he added: ”This is a golden opportunity to have this social housing built , we should not turn it down.”
The application was unanimously approved, although Coun John Taylor did express his disappointment that Riverside was not considering installing sprinklers - as per a fire service recommendation - or electric vehicle charging points.
Rochdale council’s planning and licensing committee met at Number One Riverside, on Thursday, February 6.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-10--Five things noticed during Manchester United first training session of winter camp

It was n't always the case but these days the numbers on Manchester United 's players ' training shirts all correspond with their first-team squad numbers .
Nathan Bishop , who appears to have stepped into the third-choice goalkeeper role at the club after Lee Grant 's injury , donned the number 30 as he worked on his reflexes alongside David de Gea and Sergio Romero .
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer confirmed last week that Grant , 37 , will undergo surgery on an unspecified injury and will be unavailable for the next two to three months .
James Garner played @ @ @ @ @ @ @ made the bench for seven successive Premier League games between October and December but he has n't featured at all in 2020 .
Garner was the subject of loan interest in January but Solskjaer confirmed on deadline day that he would be going nowhere .
`` He 's had a bit of a difficult time lately , but he 'll be fine , '' Solskjaer said of Garner , who is yet to make a matchday squad this calendar year .
The 18-year-old was involved in training on Sunday and it was good @ @ @ @ @ @ @ vocal about the need for improved conditioning after United 's players burned out at the end of the 2018-19 campaign and the Norwegian put an emphasis on improved fitness during pre-season .
That appears to be the case again after the players worked out on exercise bikes and took part in other cardio-based activities prior to taking to the pitch .
The sheer volume of staff present during the outdoor gym session is another indicator of how important Solskjaer deems his players ' fitness levels .
Scott McTominay and Axel Tuanzebe have both @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were back out on the turf on Sunday .
The pair trained away from the main group as they look to build up their fitness ahead of a return to first-team action in the coming weeks .
Speaking in Spain to the club website about his impending return from injury , McTominay said : `` You need to have all of the right people around you , which I do , and that has been massively beneficial towards my recovery and obviously I want to be taking some part in the sessions towards @ @ @ @ @ @ @ We will just see where we go from there .
So we are just going to do whatever we can to make sure I am back on the pitch as soon as possible.
” Michael Carrick was seen barking instructions out to players during one particular drill .
Solskjaer and his backroom staff of Mike Phelan , Carrick and Kieran McKenna have been criticised at times this season for not being proactive enough during matches but the former midfielder looked energised on day one in Marbella .

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Bishop's shirt number confirmed?
It wasn't always the case but these days the numbers on Manchester United's players' training shirts all correspond with their first-team squad numbers.
Nathan Bishop, who appears to have stepped into the third-choice goalkeeper role at the club after Lee Grant's injury, donned the number 30 as he worked on his reflexes alongside David de Gea and Sergio Romero.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer confirmed last week that Grant, 37, will undergo surgery on an unspecified injury and will be unavailable for the next two to three months.
Garner back involved
James Garner played six times for United before Christmas and made the bench for seven successive Premier League games between October and December but he hasn't featured at all in 2020.
Garner was the subject of loan interest in January but Solskjaer confirmed on deadline day that he would be going nowhere.
"He's had a bit of a difficult time lately, but he'll be fine," Solskjaer said of Garner, who is yet to make a matchday squad this calendar year.
The 18-year-old was involved in training on Sunday and it was good to see him back.
Cardio in the gym
Solskjaer was vocal about the need for improved conditioning after United's players burned out at the end of the 2018-19 campaign and the Norwegian put an emphasis on improved fitness during pre-season.
That appears to be the case again after the players worked out on exercise bikes and took part in other cardio-based activities prior to taking to the pitch.
The sheer volume of staff present during the outdoor gym session is another indicator of how important Solskjaer deems his players' fitness levels.
McTominay and Tuanzebe train separately
Scott McTominay and Axel Tuanzebe have both been absent for United in 2020 but were back out on the turf on Sunday.
The pair trained away from the main group as they look to build up their fitness ahead of a return to first-team action in the coming weeks.
Speaking in Spain to the club website about his impending return from injury, McTominay said: "You need to have all of the right people around you, which I do, and that has been massively beneficial towards my recovery and obviously I want to be taking some part in the sessions towards the end of the week.
"We will just see where we go from there. So we are just going to do whatever we can to make sure I am back on the pitch as soon as possible.”
Carrick leading a training drill
Michael Carrick was seen barking instructions out to players during one particular drill.
Solskjaer and his backroom staff of Mike Phelan, Carrick and Kieran McKenna have been criticised at times this season for not being proactive enough during matches but the former midfielder looked energised on day one in Marbella.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-10--When is Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder 2?

When is Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder 2?

It 's been more than a year since Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder faced each other in their Los Angeles showdown .
And it will soon be time for the heavyweights to enter the ring again for round two after their December 2018 clash ended in a split-decision draw - despite some thinking the Gypsy King should have taken the win .
Both Fury and Wilder have been busy in the meantime , with the Bronze Bomber retaining his WBC crown and Fury beating Otto Wallin in September 2019 - despite needing 47 stitches after the fight .
Back to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is set to be one of the biggest sporting events of the year as they both make their way to Las Vegas .
Tyson , from Wythenshawe , and Deontay will now go head-to-head once again on Saturday 22 February at the MGM Grand .
While it will start in the US on the Saturday night , fans in the UK will need to stay up until the early hours of Sunday , February 23 .
The fight is expected to start around 4am UK time and will be shown BT Sport Box @ @

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It's been more than a year since Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder faced each other in their Los Angeles showdown.
And it will soon be time for the heavyweights to enter the ring again for round two after their December 2018 clash ended in a split-decision draw - despite some thinking the Gypsy King should have taken the win.
Both Fury and Wilder have been busy in the meantime, with the Bronze Bomber retaining his WBC crown and Fury beating Otto Wallin in September 2019 - despite needing 47 stitches after the fight.
Back to the upcoming meeting and the highly-anticipated rematch is set to be one of the biggest sporting events of the year as they both make their way to Las Vegas.
Tyson, from Wythenshawe, and Deontay will now go head-to-head once again on Saturday 22 February at the MGM Grand.
While it will start in the US on the Saturday night, fans in the UK will need to stay up until the early hours of Sunday, February 23.
The fight is expected to start around 4am UK time and will be shown BT Sport Box Office.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-10--FIFA 20 Winter Refresh predictions - Man City possible winter upgrades

The FIFA 20 Ultimate Team Winter Refresh will be coming soon , with hundreds of players on the FUT game mode set for upgraded attributes as EA SPORTS dish out ratings boosts based on real-life form .
For Manchester City , there are likely to be a few players who are given a ratings boost , with their old ratings now no longer realistic in comparison with their real-life ability and form .
There are no downgrades in the Winter Refresh however , so players who have performed badly wo n't be effected in this promo , as they only @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Man City players could get winter upgrades in the FUT 20 Winter Refresh ?
Check out our FUT 20 Winter Refresh predictions for Man City below .
When will the FUT 20 Winter Refresh start ?
In FUT 19 , the Winter refresh began on Friday February 15th 2019 , so we expect the FUT 20 Winter Refresh to begin on Friday February 14th 2020 .
How will player ratings change in the FUT 20 Winter Refresh ?
EA SPORTS released a series of FAQs on their website last year , which clearly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Upgrades apply to new basic ( not in-form ) player items found in packs .
Non-IF players in your Club will not receive an upgrade .
• If an upgraded player ’ s new OVR rating equals or surpasses his existing first in-form ’ s rating , his IFs will get an upgrade : • An exception is made for lower-rated player items with significant upgrades .
• This does not apply to Ultimate Scream items .
• If an upgraded player ’ s new OVR rating does not equal or surpass his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ IFs will not get an upgrade .
• Ratings Refresh will not include any downgrades Do you agree with our Man City FIFA 20 Ultimate Team Winter Refresh predictions ?

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The FIFA 20 Ultimate Team Winter Refresh will be coming soon, with hundreds of players on the FUT game mode set for upgraded attributes as EA SPORTS dish out ratings boosts based on real-life form.
For Manchester City, there are likely to be a few players who are given a ratings boost, with their old ratings now no longer realistic in comparison with their real-life ability and form.
There are no downgrades in the Winter Refresh however, so players who have performed badly won't be effected in this promo, as they only dish out upgrades.
So, which Man City players could get winter upgrades in the FUT 20 Winter Refresh?
Check out our FUT 20 Winter Refresh predictions for Man City below.
FUT 20 Winter Refresh - Man City rating predictions
Riyad Mahrez, upgrade
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Current FUT rating: 84
Predicted FUT Winter Refresh rating: 86
Raheem Sterling, upgrade
Current FUT rating: 88
Predicted FUT Winter Refresh rating: 89
Sergio Aguero, upgrade
Current FUT rating: 89
Predicted FUT Winter Refresh rating: 90
Eric Garcia, upgrade
Current FUT rating: 66
Predicted FUT Winter Refresh rating: 72
When will the FUT 20 Winter Refresh start?
In FUT 19, the Winter refresh began on Friday February 15th 2019, so we expect the FUT 20 Winter Refresh to begin on Friday February 14th 2020.
How will player ratings change in the FUT 20 Winter Refresh?
EA SPORTS released a series of FAQs on their website last year, which clearly state the Winter Refresh effects.
Upgrades apply to new basic (not in-form) player items found in packs. Non-IF players in your Club will not receive an upgrade.
If an upgraded player’s new OVR rating equals or surpasses his existing first in-form’s rating, his IFs will get an upgrade :
his existing first in-form’s rating, : An exception is made for lower-rated player items with significant upgrades.
This does not apply to Ultimate Scream items.
If an upgraded player’s new OVR rating does not equal or surpass his existing in-form’s rating, his IFs will not get an upgrade .
. Ratings Refresh will not include any downgrades
Do you agree with our Man City FIFA 20 Ultimate Team Winter Refresh predictions?


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-10--Man captures meteorite exploding on his doorbell security camera in Bradford

This is the moment a meteor exploded spectacularly in the night sky and was captured on a doorbell security camera .
Electrician Carl Seed , 49 , expected to spot a curious cat when his security camera alerted him to “ suspicious movement ” - but it was a meteor lighting up the sky .
The clip is short but spectacular in what it depicts .
The stunning footage shows Bradford ’ s rooftops illuminated by the passing fireball meteor as it shot across the sky at 11.30pm on Monday February 3 .
He was about to jet off to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the footage and was shocked to see an exploding meteor speeding across the sky above West Yorkshire .
He said he was amazed by how close the meteor appeared to be - although it is likely it exploded 60km above earth .
The dad of two said : `` I was quite surprised because I didn ’ t hear anything the night before , but I wanted to know what it was .
`` I didn ’ t plan it as I had no idea there even was a meteor the night it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ notify me when there ’ s any suspicious movement . ''
Read more of today 's top stories here He admitted : `` Nothing generally happens , it ’ s mostly just cats - but you never expect something like a meteorite .
`` It was unexpected and I spent all day at work just trying to figure out what it was .
`` It was this massive bright flash and it just lit everything up - it ’ s not the sort of thing you see every day . ''
Carl said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ close to the ground , but I heard it was actually thousands of miles in the air - just crazy '' .
“ It looked like it exploded so close to ground , but I heard it was actually thousands of miles in the air - just crazy .
He added that he was `` chuffed I got the video because it ’ s quite cool and unusual '' .
There was a flurry of meteor sightings submitted from all over the UK and Europe at the same time .
There were sightings @ @ @ @ @ @ @ same time .

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This is the moment a meteor exploded spectacularly in the night sky and was captured on a doorbell security camera.
Electrician Carl Seed, 49, expected to spot a curious cat when his security camera alerted him to “suspicious movement” - but it was a meteor lighting up the sky.
The clip is short but spectacular in what it depicts.
The stunning footage shows Bradford’s rooftops illuminated by the passing fireball meteor as it shot across the sky at 11.30pm on Monday February 3.
He was about to jet off to work early Tuesday morning when he checked the footage and was shocked to see an exploding meteor speeding across the sky above West Yorkshire.
He said he was amazed by how close the meteor appeared to be - although it is likely it exploded 60km above earth.
The dad of two said: "I was quite surprised because I didn’t hear anything the night before, but I wanted to know what it was.
"I didn’t plan it as I had no idea there even was a meteor the night it happened - but my CCTV camera will notify me when there’s any suspicious movement."
He admitted: "Nothing generally happens, it’s mostly just cats - but you never expect something like a meteorite.
"It was unexpected and I spent all day at work just trying to figure out what it was.
"It was this massive bright flash and it just lit everything up - it’s not the sort of thing you see every day."
Carl said it "looked like it exploded so close to the ground, but I heard it was actually thousands of miles in the air - just crazy".
“It looked like it exploded so close to ground, but I heard it was actually thousands of miles in the air - just crazy.
He added that he was "chuffed I got the video because it’s quite cool and unusual".
There was a flurry of meteor sightings submitted from all over the UK and Europe at the same time. There were sightings in Lincoln and Lincolnshire at around the same time.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-10--Easyjet warns passengers after coronavirus 'super spreader' flies to UK

Budget airliner EasyJet is urging passengers who travelled on a flight from Geneva to London Gatwick to speak to health officials - after a fellow passenger was later found to have coronavirus .
The British man , who became infected at a work conference in Singapore appears , to be linked to 11 other confirmed cases in England and Europe , prompting fears he is a 'super spreader ' of the potentially deadly virus .
An easyJet spokeswoman said : `` EasyJet has been notified by the public health authority that a customer who had recently travelled on one of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the coronavirus .
`` Public Health England is contacting all passengers who were seated in the vicinity of the customer on flight EZS8481 from Geneva to London Gatwick on 28 January to provide guidance in line with procedures .
`` As the customer was not experiencing any symptoms , the risk to others on board the flight is very low .
`` We remain in contact with the public health authorities and are following their guidance .
`` The health and well-being of our passengers and crew is the airline 's highest priority @ @ @ @ @ @ @ operated have been advised to monitor themselves for a 14-day period since the flight in line with Public Health England advice .
Note this happened 12 days ago and none are displaying any symptoms . ''
Earlier , it emerged the British man , who became infected with coronavirus at a work conference in Singapore appears to be linked to 11 other confirmed cases in England and Europe , prompting fears he is a 'super spreader ' of the potentially deadly virus .
Health officials refused to confirm a link or provide further @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with the others who have since become infected with coronavirus .
He has not been identified , but is thought to have attended a gas conference in Singapore at the Grand Hyatt Hotel .
There are now eight confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK , as four further cases linked to the man were confirmed on Monday .
The man who attended the sales conference in Singapore was the third person to have tested positive in the UK .
It is believed he was diagnosed at a hospital in Brighton after he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ February 2 .
Read more of today 's top stories here He was transferred to London 's St Thomas ' Hospital , which has a specialist infectious diseases unit , on Thursday last week .
Previously , the Health Ministry in France said on Friday that five British nationals - four adults and a nine-year-old child - who tested positive in the ski resort of Contamines-Montjoe near Mont Blanc had come into contact with a British national who had flown in from Singapore and stayed in the area for four days last month @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 28 .
And a British man in Majorca who had been connected to the Brighton man has tested positive for coronavirus while his wife and two daughters tested negative .
Sunday 's death toll in China witnessed the largest increase in a single day since the outbreak was first detected in December 2019 and linked to a market selling animals in Wuhan , a city of 11 million residents .

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Budget airliner EasyJet is urging passengers who travelled on a flight from Geneva to London Gatwick to speak to health officials - after a fellow passenger was later found to have coronavirus .
The British man, who became infected at a work conference in Singapore appears, to be linked to 11 other confirmed cases in England and Europe, prompting fears he is a 'super spreader' of the potentially deadly virus.
An easyJet spokeswoman said: "EasyJet has been notified by the public health authority that a customer who had recently travelled on one of its flights has since been diagnosed with the coronavirus.
"Public Health England is contacting all passengers who were seated in the vicinity of the customer on flight EZS8481 from Geneva to London Gatwick on 28 January to provide guidance in line with procedures.
"As the customer was not experiencing any symptoms, the risk to others on board the flight is very low.
"We remain in contact with the public health authorities and are following their guidance.
"The health and well-being of our passengers and crew is the airline's highest priority.
"All of the crew who operated have been advised to monitor themselves for a 14-day period since the flight in line with Public Health England advice. Note this happened 12 days ago and none are displaying any symptoms."
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Earlier, it emerged the British man, who became infected with coronavirus at a work conference in Singapore appears to be linked to 11 other confirmed cases in England and Europe, prompting fears he is a 'super spreader' of the potentially deadly virus.
Health officials refused to confirm a link or provide further details of the middle-aged man's relationship with the others who have since become infected with coronavirus.
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He has not been identified, but is thought to have attended a gas conference in Singapore at the Grand Hyatt Hotel.
There are now eight confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK, as four further cases linked to the man were confirmed on Monday.
The man who attended the sales conference in Singapore was the third person to have tested positive in the UK.
It is believed he was diagnosed at a hospital in Brighton after he went there when he felt unwell on February 2.
He was transferred to London's St Thomas' Hospital, which has a specialist infectious diseases unit, on Thursday last week.
Previously, the Health Ministry in France said on Friday that five British nationals - four adults and a nine-year-old child - who tested positive in the ski resort of Contamines-Montjoe near Mont Blanc had come into contact with a British national who had flown in from Singapore and stayed in the area for four days last month, before returning to England on January 28.
And a British man in Majorca who had been connected to the Brighton man has tested positive for coronavirus while his wife and two daughters tested negative.
Sunday's death toll in China witnessed the largest increase in a single day since the outbreak was first detected in December 2019 and linked to a market selling animals in Wuhan, a city of 11 million residents.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-10--Man City winter break plans revealed as club looks to rearrange West Ham game

Manchester City players have headed off for their winter break as the club looks to rearrange the West Ham game .
The travel and safety problems caused by Storm Ciara meant that the final match before a fortnight off was called off .
It leaves Pep Guardiola with an even bigger fixture headache as he faces up to the possibility of three weeks without a game before playing three times a week for the rest of the season .
The Premier League have previously told clubs not to organise any games in their allotted time off - even if fans @ @ @ @ @ @ @ way rather than add to the match congestion coming later .
The fixture could be rearranged in time for next week if the Premier League deems the circumstances extraordinary enough and both clubs are satisfied with the arrangements .
But those are some big ifs .
The difficulties of sorting out the game being put on again are many while West Ham may prefer a later date for their scheduling .
There is also a desire to respect the winter break .
Because of that , both City and West Ham players are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ grounds on Saturday after five days of rest and those plans are not expected to change because of Sunday 's postponement .
Guardiola had been sceptical about the timing of the mid-season pause even before the game was called off as part of his general complaints about the football calendar .
`` You always start with two games and have a lot of games and then in one part of the season have one just game a week , then two or three , '' he said last month .
“ We are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ week so in three weeks we have two games but then we have 72 games in one week so it ’ s a bit strange .
But the people thought about that .
`` We need less games , less competitions , less teams , more quality , less quantity .
The people are going to go to the theatre , to the cinema , restaurants , to watch the fireworks .
That is what they would do . ''

Manchester City players have headed off for their winter break as the club looks to rearrange the West Ham game.
The travel and safety problems caused by Storm Ciara meant that the final match before a fortnight off was called off. It leaves Pep Guardiola with an even bigger fixture headache as he faces up to the possibility of three weeks without a game before playing three times a week for the rest of the season.
The Premier League have previously told clubs not to organise any games in their allotted time off - even if fans would rather get it out of the way rather than add to the match congestion coming later. The fixture could be rearranged in time for next week if the Premier League deems the circumstances extraordinary enough and both clubs are satisfied with the arrangements.
But those are some big ifs. The difficulties of sorting out the game being put on again are many while West Ham may prefer a later date for their scheduling.
There is also a desire to respect the winter break. Because of that, both City and West Ham players are only due back to their respective training grounds on Saturday after five days of rest and those plans are not expected to change because of Sunday's postponement.
Guardiola had been sceptical about the timing of the mid-season pause even before the game was called off as part of his general complaints about the football calendar.
"You always start with two games and have a lot of games and then in one part of the season have one just game a week, then two or three," he said last month.
“We are going to rest in February for one week so in three weeks we have two games but then we have 72 games in one week so it’s a bit strange. But the people thought about that.
"We need less games, less competitions, less teams, more quality, less quantity. The people are going to go to the theatre, to the cinema, restaurants, to watch the fireworks. That is what they would do."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-10--It was a busy industrial estate in Bolton... Now it will be home to new townhouses and apartments

A Bolton industrial estate is set to be knocked down to make way for new houses and an apartment block .
Plans to demolish Shepherd Cross Street Industrial Estate and build 22 new home have now been approved in principle by Bolton Council 's planning committee .
The development , which still needs to be signed off by planners , would feature 16 town houses and a three-storey building with six apartments .
The houses would be between three and five bedrooms in size while the apartments would be one and two-bedroom flats .
Councillors were asked to consider the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not be able to afford to make the financial contributions usually expected with developments of this kind .
The planning committee voted in favour of the plans but raised some concerns relating to parking .
A total 24 parking spaces are proposed , which equates to one space per dwelling , with the addition of two visitor spaces .
Cllr Nick Peel described the parking provision on site as “ less than adequate ” but said that this was not significant enough to refuse the application .
He said : “ By not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ make the people who live in the area sell their cars .
It just makes them park on other streets.
” The planning committee also expressed disappointment that the condition to provide an electric vehicle charging point was watered down .
Councillors commented on the fact that having at least one electric vehicle charging point on the site was proposed as a condition for the development to go ahead .
But when the application was presented to planning committee members , the condition was “ informative ” rather than compulsory .
Cllr Peel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ run out of juice , we ’ ve run out of guts .
We should keep that condition , if they want to apply to remove that condition they can do that .
We should be doing it for all applications .
`` Perhaps we ’ re guilty of not raising it .
Let ’ s not just be baffled.
” Cllr Elaine Sherrington stressed the importance to take measures to tackle climate change .
He said : “ We ’ ve already said as a council that we will be carbon neutral @ @ @ @ @ @ @ doing things like this to get there.
” Cllr Sean Hornby urged the local authority to change its policy so that it is mandatory to install electric vehicle charging points in new housing developments .
He said : “ I think we should make a bold statement by being the first authority in Greater Manchester to include this as a condition .
As a matter of urgency because I think you ’ ll have cross-party support on this .
Let ’ s get it through as quickly as possible.
” The outline planning @ @ @ @ @ @ @ legal formalities which are still to be finalised .

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A Bolton industrial estate is set to be knocked down to make way for new houses and an apartment block.
Plans to demolish Shepherd Cross Street Industrial Estate and build 22 new home have now been approved in principle by Bolton Council's planning committee.
The development, which still needs to be signed off by planners, would feature 16 town houses and a three-storey building with six apartments.
The houses would be between three and five bedrooms in size while the apartments would be one and two-bedroom flats.
Councillors were asked to consider the application because the developer claimed it would not be able to afford to make the financial contributions usually expected with developments of this kind.
The planning committee voted in favour of the plans but raised some concerns relating to parking.
A total 24 parking spaces are proposed, which equates to one space per dwelling, with the addition of two visitor spaces.
Cllr Nick Peel described the parking provision on site as “less than adequate” but said that this was not significant enough to refuse the application.
He said: “By not providing parking spaces, it does not make the people who live in the area sell their cars. It just makes them park on other streets.”
The planning committee also expressed disappointment that the condition to provide an electric vehicle charging point was watered down.
Councillors commented on the fact that having at least one electric vehicle charging point on the site was proposed as a condition for the development to go ahead.
But when the application was presented to planning committee members, the condition was “informative” rather than compulsory.
Cllr Peel said: “We’ve not run out of juice, we’ve run out of guts. We should keep that condition, if they want to apply to remove that condition they can do that. We should be doing it for all applications.
"Perhaps we’re guilty of not raising it. Let’s not just be baffled.”
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Cllr Elaine Sherrington stressed the importance to take measures to tackle climate change.
He said: “We’ve already said as a council that we will be carbon neutral by 2030. We need to start doing things like this to get there.”
Cllr Sean Hornby urged the local authority to change its policy so that it is mandatory to install electric vehicle charging points in new housing developments.
He said: “I think we should make a bold statement by being the first authority in Greater Manchester to include this as a condition. As a matter of urgency because I think you’ll have cross-party support on this. Let’s get it through as quickly as possible.”
The outline planning application was approved subject to conditions and legal formalities which are still to be finalised.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-10--Things to do with the kids in Manchester this February half term 2020

The kids will soon be off again and you 'll no doubt be on the hunt for ways to keep your brood entertained .
While the weather might still be on the drab side , there 's lots to brighten up your half term across Greater Manchester .
From the much-anticipated arrival of Dippy the dinosaur in Rochdale , to a new Tiger Who Came to Tea exhibition , there 's loads going on to keep kids of all ages happy over the school break .
We 've been doing our bit to help you out with our mammoth round-up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Dippy the dinosaur is coming to Rochdale in time for half term and there 's a jam-packed programme of events happening to celebrate .
The Natural History Museum ’ s famous dinosaur cast , Dippy , left the museum to embark on a national tour in 2017 and Rochdale is the only place in the north west to see him .
The borough 's Number One Riverside will play host to the famous dinosaur from February 10 until June 28 , with an accompanying Dippy exhibition at Touchstones Rochdale - and the best @ @ @ @ @ @ @ For more details about Dippy on Tour : A Natural History Adventure - and information about how schools can get tickets - see here .
The Tiger Who Came to Tea and the Adventures of Mog the Forgetful Cat , Z-arts , Hulme The much-loved tales of The Tiger Who Came to Tea and Mog are coming to life in a new exhibition which also arrives in time for the school break .
Following a launch weekend across February 8 and 9 , The Tiger Who Came to Tea and the Adventures of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Friday , February 14 , featuring work from 14 of Judith Kerr ’ s treasured books .
Running at Z-arts in Manchester , it follows the success of A World Inside A Book , the event focusing on the work of author Julia Donaldson and illustrator Axel Scheffler .
The interactive exhibition created by Discover Children ’ s Story Centre , Stratford , promises to 'enchant generations of readers ' and Z-arts , in Hulme , is the only venue outside of London to host the exhibition .
Children and their grown-ups will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the different worlds of Mog and the tiger , before taking part in arts and crafts activities .
They 'll be able to join the tiger for tea and hear the tale of his surprise visit to Sophie and her mummy .
Then open the door and take a trip into the real-life world of Mog the Forgetful Cat , crawl through a giant cat flap and find Mog ’ s family house .
Little ones will also be able to look for the hidden eggs for Mog 's breakfast , explore her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s local shops , settle down with a story at the bookshop , and help Mog and her friends get better at the vet 's .
The experience is recommended for children up to eight years of age and their grown ups .
As with the previous Donaldson exhibition , birthday parties will be available to book every Saturday while the event is running and school visits can also be arranged .
The exhibition will run until December and tickets , costing £8 , can be booked online .
Buttercup the unicorn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ term as part of its Enchanted Fairyland Adventure .
Families can explore the Enchanted Village and try out the troll and fairy detector , plant a magic beanstalk and make a magic wand at the event , which runs from February 15 until 23 .
You can watch Flora 's Fabulous Fairy Show and little ones can enjoy the usual fun of the farm too including meeting lizards and snakes , cuddling guinea pigs and baby chicks and grooming the bunnies .
Tickets are cheapest online and cost £10.95 for children and £8.95 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are £13.95 and £10.95 respectively .
City Airport is celebrating its 90th anniversary with a school holiday fun fair over half term .
There 'll be some free fun , including watching the aircraft take off and enjoying the play zone , which features swings , an aeroplane ride-on and a specially designed Control Tower climbing frame with climbing net , fireman pole , slide and swings .
And there 'll be paid for rides too , with tickets priced £2 each or £10 for eight .
Smaller rides require one ticket and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ride .
Donkeys and pedal boats £3 per person per ride .
The event , which runs from noon until 5pm daily from February 15 until February 23 , will also feature children 's characters , a magic show , disco and games .
Parking for the event is free .
Visit the website for more details and keep an eye on the Facebook page for any changes resulting from bad weather .
The kids go free offer is back at Dino Falls this half term .
If you 've not been recently @ @ @ @ @ @ @ out the second course at the site , which opened in December and features its own walk-through volcano .
The new 18-holes wrap around the edge of the existing Rapids course , with both offering 'engaging obstacles with a pre-historic twist , selfie stations and fascinating facts to keep you informed as you play ' .
Six new dinosaurs have been added , including another one that sprays at visitors , plus two ride-on Triceratops , which make for great photo opportunities .
Swipe through the gallery for more images of the Volcano @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Free offer will be available before 10.30am from February 17 to 28 , Monday to Friday only .
One child goes free with each paying adult .
Tickets for adults cost £8 for one 18 hole course .
See the website for more .
Wacky World is back for the school break bringing giant inflatables for all the family .
It 's here for one day only , taking over Bolton Stadium on Tuesday , February 18 .
There 'll be a total wipeout course , extreme hungry hippos , assault courses , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are running at the stadium between noon and 10.15pm , with some for over fives and others for adults only .
Earlybird tickets cost £10.95 each - a fiver less than the full price - and you can buy a spectator ticket for any session for £1 .
Sessions last for 90 minutes and are capped to stop it becoming too crowded .
Visit the website for more details and to book .
Organised by SE Lancs Orienteering Club , these local Saturday afternoon events are ideal for newcomers to the sport , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for more established orienteers .
There are three courses ranging from around 2km in length up to around 4.5km .
It costs £4 for adults and £2 for juniors and you can just turn up on the day to take part .
Start times are between 12pm and 2pm but organisers will be in the park from around 9.30am putting out control markers and will be collecting them in until around 4.30pm .
The start is near the café so a great opportunity for post-run refreshment !
Kids can enjoy the Bill Sisley @ @ @ @ @ @ @ half term .
Sessions are aimed at children aged six to 15 and can be booked online .
The popular Arrive ‘ n ’ Drive sessions are also back for one day only , on Friday , February 21 , where children aged eight to 15 can book on a 20-minute between 10am and 4pm for £20 .
Visit the website for more details .
For older children , the Back to the Future musical launches in February half term .
The cult 80s film has been turned into a West End musical @ @ @ @ @ @ @ where it runs from at the Opera House from February 20 to May 17 , before transferring to London 's theatreland .
The show is written by Bob Gale , who wrote the original 1985 film , together with the film 's director Robert Zemeckis and theatre producer Colin Ingram ( Ghost - The Musical ) .
Fans can look forward to a soundtrack of songs from the film including The Power of Love and Johnny B. Goode , along with new music and lyrics by Emmy and Grammy Award-winning Alan Silvestri and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ additional songs from the film including The Power of Love and Johnny B. Goode .
For tickets , priced from £19.55 , visit ATGTickets.com or call 0844 871 3018 .
The Art of the Brick , Great Northern Warehouse , Manchester A global art exhibition made entirely out of Lego bricks is running in Manchester and kids go free this half term .
The Art of the Brick opened at the Great Northern Warehouse in November , celebrating the toy as an art medium .
On display are more than 75 sculptures and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sculpture of a T-Rex skeleton , with a soundtrack of jungle birdsong - and the odd roar .
The Art of the Brick has been seen by millions of people globally and won worldwide critical acclaim over the last 12 years .
The Manchester exhibition can be found at Unit 5 ( opposite the entrance to Manchester235 casino ) at the Great Northern Warehouse , on the corner of Deansgate and Peter Street , until April 20 .
Tickets are on sale now , starting from £14.50 for adults and £9.50 for children @ @ @ @ @ @ @ free offer runs from Monday , February 10 until Sunday , February 23 .
One free child ’ s ticket with every paying adult ticket .
We might not have had much snow in Manchester this winter , but at least you 're guaranteed to find some inside Chill Factore .
A new four-lane Snow Slide was added to the Snow Park last year where up to eight people can ride at one time , so the entire family can be involved .
Riders can complete the course on solo donuts , or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is available for ages four and over and costs £26 .
For younger ones there 's Mini Moose Land where kids under four can enjoy playing in the snow , igloos and tunnels for £7 and parents go free .
And if you 've got a skiing holiday coming up and your child wants to freshen up their skills , then they can get a junior lift pass for £15 an hour .
This February half term , visitors will have a special opportunity to meet war veterans and eyewitnesses , including those @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the Cold War and the Korean and Falkland Wars , to hear their personal stories of conflict .
Veterans will recount tales of their wartime life , giving visitors first-hand insights into the impact of war on people ’ s lives .
The free drop-in sessions run from 11am until 3pm on Tuesday , February 18 and Thursday , February 20 .
Story Seekers is another free event which runs on February 15 , 17 , 19 and 22 .
Your family can get hands-on with real artefacts and find moving and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ waters to ingenious nurses and those who built machines of conflict .
Organisers say it 's ' a wonderful way for families to learn together about the global impact of conflict from the First World War and Second World War to today ' .
There 's still time to catch the Upside Down House at the Trafford Centre if you fancy getting topsy turvy over half term .
The attraction is outside The Orient and offers visitors ' a zero-gravity illusion experience in a safe and family friendly environment ' .
The house @ @ @ @ @ @ @ furnished with a kitchen , bathroom , living room art and bedroom .
Visitors are invited to walk on the ceiling and 'lose themselves going downstairs to go up and letting their imagination run riot as they capture the perfect photo ' .
On the day tickets cost £5 per person ( under threes go free ) .
Advance tickets can be booked online for £3.50 weekdays or £4.50 weekends .
The house is open from 10am daily and closes at 8pm weekdays and 9pm at weekends .
From free family shows for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for under fours to pick up , there 's lots happening at the museum over half term .
The Revolution Manchester Show tells the story of how science and industry came together in Manchester , shaping our lives today .
With explosions , flying and even dancing , discover Manchester 's role as a nerve centre of the Industrial Revolution in what promises to be an 'action-packed , interactive show ' .
The show is at 10.30am daily from Monday to Friday and at 11.15am at the weekend .
You 've still got @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , which has now been extended until March 29 .
From an ancient Scandinavian sun horse to Jimmy Carter 's solar panels from the White House , The Sun - which is recommended for children age five and above - tells the story of our ever-changing relationship with our closest star .
Visitors can feel the heat at the indoor beach , stand in the middle of a solar storm and watch the sun rise over Antarctica as the science behind the sun is brought to life .
Tickets cost £8 for adults @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with paying adults .
Tickets can be booked online .
Visit the website for more details .
You can kill two birds with one stone this half term by keeping the kids entertained while making a costume for World Book Day .
Free workshops are taking place at Manchester Central Library on February 17 and 18 and then Manchester Art Gallery from February 19 to 22 .
Families are invited to go along for inspiration and assistance in designing , cutting and stitching felt masks , head-dresses and logos to bring Gruffalos and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ World Book Day on Thursday , March 5 .
The drop-in sessions run from 1pm until 3pm at both venues so there 's no need to book .
Visit the website for more details .
This February half term , families are invited to go in search of the bugs and beasties that make themselves at home in the house at Lyme .
Pick up a trail sheet to discover some lurking critters , and get stuck in with the conservation team to see what it takes to protect the treasures and furniture @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 11am to 4pm from February 15 to 23 , excluding 19 and 20 .
Tickets cost 50p each on top of the usual admission charges - children £4.75 , adults £9.50 , families £23.25 .
Outside at Lyme Park , family friendly sessions are running between 11am and 3pm , offering sporty fun on the Top Lawn between February 17 and 21 .
Visit the website for more details .
The Greater Manchester Police Museum hosts open days in the school holidays and this time there 'll be more free sessions on offer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from Tuesday , February 18 to Thursday , February 20 .
The free events , from 10.30am to 3.30pm , focus on different units within the police force from the North West Underwater Search and Recovery Unit to the Tactical Dog Unit and the North West Ambulance Service .
CBeebies favourites Sarah and Duck are being brought to life in a new stage show this half term .
Featuring the characters from the BAFTA award-winning show , it comes to The Lowry from February 18 to 23 .
Join Sarah and Duck and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sisters , The Shallots , Flamingo & John and Umbrella , as they plan a birthday party for Scarf Lady in their garden .
The hour-long show promises to 'take you and your children on a magical adventure ' with ' a fantastic blend of puppetry , storytelling and music ' .
Tickets , from £12.50 , can be booked online .
Knowsley Safari is making things a bit cheaper this half term by letting kids in for half price .
Along the five-mile Safari Drive you 'll see everything from rhinos and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you do n't fancy taking your car through then you can hop on the Baboon Bus to get up close to the mischievous monkeys .
On the Foot Safari families can see meerkats , giraffes , Amur tigers , wolves , bats and more .
There are also regular sea lion and birds of prey displays .
The offer , which runs from February 15 to 23 brings the cost of a children 's ticket , up to the age of 15 , to £6.75 .
For adults it 's £15.75 .
Book @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Manchester is launching its Jawsome Sharks and Friends quest .
The idea is that visitors help Professor Finn find the missing Top Trumps cards , so he can teach everybody about the incredible sharks and sea creatures that live at the aquarium .
See how many cards you can collect as you navigate the trail before handing them over to the crazy Professor Finn who will share his knowledge on the sharks and other amazing creatures .
Jawsome Sharks and Friends is an interactive experience where all trainee rangers can touch and feel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , including real razor-sharp teeth alongside other sea creature items .
The event runs from February 15 until March 15 and tickets , from £16.95 , can be booked online .
The tree-top adventure playground at Heaton Park is open this half term .
The Treetop Nets play park features giant treetop trampolines suitable for everyone aged three and up .
Treetop Trek features two courses : the Zip Trek and a shorter Mini Trek .
Suitable for ages five and over , the Mini Trek is the easier of the two courses @ @ @ @ @ @ @ obstacles to conquer .
Tickets cost £18 for an hour .
The Zip Trek is a two-hour experience for ages seven and above and starts from £25 .
Up to a jaw-dropping height of 15m , you will weave through the tree canopy across 35 obstacles , including balance bars , swinging logs and Indiana bridges , along with 24 'thrilling ' zip lines .
Sessions on the nets also last for two hours and cost £13 for under fives and supervisors and £20 for adults and over fives .
To find out @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 01539 447 186 .
Families are invited on ' a welly walk like never before ' at Quarry Bank this half term .
Explore the gardens and woods , playing games and 'discovering nature in a new way ' .
Head to the upper garden for a look at the natural world before making your way to the mill for a rainy day craft activity .
The event runs from February 17 to 21 and is part of the Natural History Museums ' Natural History Adventures .
It is included in normal admission @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , family £50.50 .
Children can get creative while learning about inspiring insects , scintillating spiders and captivating creepy crawlies at the museum .
The event runs from 2pm to 4pm from February 18 to 20 and is free for families to drop-in so there 's no need to book .
Check the website closer to the time for special guests and activities .
There are lots of free and cheap activities at the museum and gallery over the holidays .
Victorian street Lark Hill Place is hosting a free Washday Wednesday event @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 11am , 1pm and 2pm .
From possers to donkey stones , families can watch a demonstration to see how the residents of Lark Hill Place would have done their laundry .
A free Through The Ages event takes place on the Thursday , from 10am to 12pm and from 1pm to 3pm .
The on Friday , February 21 , families can get some treats from Mr Tomlinson 's Sweet Shop in return for a donation to the museum .
It 's open from 10am until noon and 1pm to 3pm .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ activities here .
With interactive objects , games and displays , the National Football Museum has lots of fun activities for kids of all ages .
Throughout the museum there are interactive objects , games and displays , including a Discovery Zone designed especially for ages five and under .
You now have to pay to get in the museum but six of the interactive games offered at the venue - aimed at kids seven and over and letting them test their skills at everything from showboating to commentating - are now included @ @ @ @ @ @ @ testing your lightning-quick ‘ keeping reactions to prove yourself as the top Shot Stopper , testing your passing skills with the game One-Two and following the autocue or just calling the action as you see it with the Match Of The Day .
The penalty shootout costs £2 for three penalties .
Tickets cost £10 for adults , £5 for children aged five to 15 , or £25 for a family .
Anyone who pays their council tax to Manchester city council gets in for free ( proof of residency required ) .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ 5pm , last admission 4.30pm .
For more information visit www.nationalfootballmuseum.com .
If you head along to Chester Zoo this half term then you can take a look at the new lion habitat .
Visitors can get closer than ever to the Asiatic lions - the world 's rarest species of the animal - and if you catch them at the right time you might just see them eating their dinner too .
The impressive 4,790 square metre enclosure is home to lionesses Kumari and Kiburi , along with adult male Lblis - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ specially designed to help conserve the world 's rarest species of the animal , with only an estimated 350 of the animals left in India , after they originally roamed across Northern Africa , Greece , Turkey and Asia .
Last year the zoo also unveiled its new Madagascar habitat , featuring the attraction 's first ever 'walk-though ' primate experience .
Visitors now have the chance to see lemurs jumping across the path in front of them or swinging in the trees above them as they make their way through part of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up an art hamper at any time during gallery opening hours .
This is filled with art materials , ideas and a picnic blanket - which can be used indoors or outdoors .
These can be collected and returned from the welcome desks at either entrance from 10am For more details see here .
The Whitworth , The University of Manchester , Oxford Road , Manchester , M15 6ER .
There are plenty of opportunities for the kids to get crafty at Bents Garden and Home this half term .
A free Creation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can make , stick , colour and paint their very own masterpieces every day of the break .
It will be located between the Children ’ s Boutique and C-Crafts , where the team will ensure the Station is re-stocked with new crafts which are completely free to use .
A number of organised pottery workshop sessions have also been planned .
On Tuesday , February 18 and Thursday , February 20 children will be able to decorate their very own ceramic coin bank ( Tuesday ) or watering can ( Thursday ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ drop in sessions will also be taking place when there ’ s no need to book .
Workshops are £6 per child which includes all materials .
A rose themed treasure hunt will be on throughout the break with face painting also planned for the Tuesday 18 , Thursday 20 and Saturday 22 .
You can let the kids try out the outdoor play area or Jurassic Cove Adventure Golf while you 're there , or head inside to the free indoor beach .
If you have an event to add to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it on our Manchester Family group here .

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The kids will soon be off again and you'll no doubt be on the hunt for ways to keep your brood entertained.
While the weather might still be on the drab side, there's lots to brighten up your half term across Greater Manchester.
From the much-anticipated arrival of Dippy the dinosaur in Rochdale, to a new Tiger Who Came to Tea exhibition, there's loads going on to keep kids of all ages happy over the school break.
We've been doing our bit to help you out with our mammoth round-up of family events around the region.
Here's what's happening and when...
Dippy the dinosaur, Rochdale
Dippy the dinosaur is coming to Rochdale in time for half term and there's a jam-packed programme of events happening to celebrate.
The Natural History Museum’s famous dinosaur cast, Dippy, left the museum to embark on a national tour in 2017 and Rochdale is the only place in the north west to see him.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
The borough's Number One Riverside will play host to the famous dinosaur from February 10 until June 28, with an accompanying Dippy exhibition at Touchstones Rochdale - and the best bit is, both are free.
For more details about Dippy on Tour: A Natural History Adventure - and information about how schools can get tickets - see here.
Number One Riverside, Smith Street, Rochdale, OL16 1XU.
(Image: Getty Images)
The Tiger Who Came to Tea and the Adventures of Mog the Forgetful Cat, Z-arts, Hulme
The much-loved tales of The Tiger Who Came to Tea and Mog are coming to life in a new exhibition which also arrives in time for the school break.
Following a launch weekend across February 8 and 9, The Tiger Who Came to Tea and the Adventures of Mog the Forgetful Cat will open on Friday, February 14, featuring work from 14 of Judith Kerr’s treasured books.
Running at Z-arts in Manchester, it follows the success of A World Inside A Book, the event focusing on the work of author Julia Donaldson and illustrator Axel Scheffler.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
The interactive exhibition created by Discover Children’s Story Centre, Stratford, promises to 'enchant generations of readers' and Z-arts, in Hulme, is the only venue outside of London to host the exhibition.
Children and their grown-ups will get the chance to investigate and explore the different worlds of Mog and the tiger, before taking part in arts and crafts activities.
They'll be able to join the tiger for tea and hear the tale of his surprise visit to Sophie and her mummy.
Then open the door and take a trip into the real-life world of Mog the Forgetful Cat, crawl through a giant cat flap and find Mog’s family house.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Little ones will also be able to look for the hidden eggs for Mog's breakfast, explore her garden, pick up groceries at Mog’s local shops, settle down with a story at the bookshop, and help Mog and her friends get better at the vet's.
The experience is recommended for children up to eight years of age and their grown ups.
As with the previous Donaldson exhibition, birthday parties will be available to book every Saturday while the event is running and school visits can also be arranged.
The exhibition will run until December and tickets, costing £8, can be booked online.
Z-arts, Stretford Road, Hulme, Manchester, M15 5ZA.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Carrington Riding Centre, Carrington
There's lots of fun lined up at Carrington Riding Centre this half term.
From parent and child lessons every weekday until February 21, to Days On The Farm - featuring two hours of riding, pony care and other fun and games - there are loads of events to sign up for.
And it's not just about ponies either, there are also Doggy Days On The Farm to spend time learning how to look after dogs.
For prices and to find out more visit the website here.
Carrington Riding Centre and Livery Yard, Nursery Farm, Isherwood Road, Carrington, M31 4BH.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Enchanted Fairyland Adventure, Cockfields Farm, Ashton
Buttercup the unicorn is back at Cockfields Farm this half term as part of its Enchanted Fairyland Adventure.
Families can explore the Enchanted Village and try out the troll and fairy detector, plant a magic beanstalk and make a magic wand at the event, which runs from February 15 until 23.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
You can watch Flora's Fabulous Fairy Show and little ones can enjoy the usual fun of the farm too including meeting lizards and snakes, cuddling guinea pigs and baby chicks and grooming the bunnies.
Tickets are cheapest online and cost £10.95 for children and £8.95 for adults. On the door prices are £13.95 and £10.95 respectively.
Cockfields Farm, Lees Road, Ashton, OL6 8AR.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Fun Fair, City Airport, Barton
City Airport is celebrating its 90th anniversary with a school holiday fun fair over half term.
There'll be some free fun, including watching the aircraft take off and enjoying the play zone, which features swings, an aeroplane ride-on and a specially designed Control Tower climbing frame with climbing net, fireman pole, slide and swings.
And there'll be paid for rides too, with tickets priced £2 each or £10 for eight.
Smaller rides require one ticket and larger rides two tickets per person per ride. Donkeys and pedal boats £3 per person per ride.
The event, which runs from noon until 5pm daily from February 15 until February 23, will also feature children's characters, a magic show, disco and games.
Parking for the event is free. Visit the website for more details and keep an eye on the Facebook page for any changes resulting from bad weather.
City Airport, Liverpool Road, Eccles, M30 7SA.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Dino Falls Adventure Golf, Trafford
The kids go free offer is back at Dino Falls this half term.
If you've not been recently then you'll be able to try out the second course at the site, which opened in December and features its own walk-through volcano.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
The new 18-holes wrap around the edge of the existing Rapids course, with both offering 'engaging obstacles with a pre-historic twist, selfie stations and fascinating facts to keep you informed as you play'.
Six new dinosaurs have been added, including another one that sprays at visitors, plus two ride-on Triceratops, which make for great photo opportunities.
Swipe through the gallery for more images of the Volcano Course at Dino Falls
The Kids Go Free offer will be available before 10.30am from February 17 to 28, Monday to Friday only. One child goes free with each paying adult.
Tickets for adults cost £8 for one 18 hole course. See the website for more.
Dino Falls, Old Park Lane, Manchester, TraffordCity, M17 8PG.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Wacky World, Bolton
Wacky World is back for the school break bringing giant inflatables for all the family.
It's here for one day only, taking over Bolton Stadium on Tuesday, February 18.
There'll be a total wipeout course, extreme hungry hippos, assault courses, gladiator duels and much more.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Sessions are running at the stadium between noon and 10.15pm, with some for over fives and others for adults only.
Earlybird tickets cost £10.95 each - a fiver less than the full price - and you can buy a spectator ticket for any session for £1.
Sessions last for 90 minutes and are capped to stop it becoming too crowded.
Visit the website for more details and to book.
Wacky World, Bolton Stadium, Burnden Way, Horwich, Bolton, BL6 6JW.
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Orienteering, Alexandra Park, Oldham
A popular orienteering event takes place this half term, on Saturday, February 15.
Organised by SE Lancs Orienteering Club, these local Saturday afternoon events are ideal for newcomers to the sport, as well as offering a technical course for more established orienteers.
There are three courses ranging from around 2km in length up to around 4.5km.
It costs £4 for adults and £2 for juniors and you can just turn up on the day to take part.
Start times are between 12pm and 2pm but organisers will be in the park from around 9.30am putting out control markers and will be collecting them in until around 4.30pm.
The start is near the café so a great opportunity for post-run refreshment!
Alexandra Park, Kings Road, Oldham, OL8 2BN.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Three Sisters Circuit, Wigan
Kids can enjoy the Bill Sisley Kart School which is back for February half term.
Sessions are aimed at children aged six to 15 and can be booked online.
The popular Arrive ‘n’ Drive sessions are also back for one day only, on Friday, February 21, where children aged eight to 15 can book on a 20-minute between 10am and 4pm for £20.
Visit the website for more details.
Three Sisters Road, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan, WN4 8DD.
Back to the Future, Manchester Opera House
For older children, the Back to the Future musical launches in February half term.
The cult 80s film has been turned into a West End musical and it's premiering in Manchester, where it runs from at the Opera House from February 20 to May 17, before transferring to London's theatreland.
(Image: Universal Pictures Home Entertainment via AP)
The show is written by Bob Gale, who wrote the original 1985 film, together with the film's director Robert Zemeckis and theatre producer Colin Ingram (Ghost - The Musical).
Fans can look forward to a soundtrack of songs from the film including The Power of Love and Johnny B. Goode, along with new music and lyrics by Emmy and Grammy Award-winning Alan Silvestri and six-time Grammy Award-winning Glen Ballard, with additional songs from the film including The Power of Love and Johnny B. Goode.
For tickets, priced from £19.55, visit ATGTickets.com or call 0844 871 3018.
Opera House, Quay Street, Manchester, M3 3HP.
(Image: Manchester Opera House)
The Art of the Brick, Great Northern Warehouse, Manchester
A global art exhibition made entirely out of Lego bricks is running in Manchester and kids go free this half term.
The Art of the Brick opened at the Great Northern Warehouse in November, celebrating the toy as an art medium.
On display are more than 75 sculptures and artworks, including a 20ft long Lego sculpture of a T-Rex skeleton, with a soundtrack of jungle birdsong - and the odd roar.
(Image: ABNM Photography)
The Art of the Brick has been seen by millions of people globally and won worldwide critical acclaim over the last 12 years.
The Manchester exhibition can be found at Unit 5 (opposite the entrance to Manchester235 casino) at the Great Northern Warehouse, on the corner of Deansgate and Peter Street, until April 20.
Tickets are on sale now, starting from £14.50 for adults and £9.50 for children, from aotbmanchester.co.uk .
The kids go free offer runs from Monday, February 10 until Sunday, February 23. One free child’s ticket with every paying adult ticket.
Great Northern Warehouse, Deansgate, Manchester, M3 4EN.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Chill Factore, Beyond, Trafford
We might not have had much snow in Manchester this winter, but at least you're guaranteed to find some inside Chill Factore.
A new four-lane Snow Slide was added to the Snow Park last year where up to eight people can ride at one time, so the entire family can be involved.
Riders can complete the course on solo donuts, or share double donuts.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
The Snow Park is available for ages four and over and costs £26.
For younger ones there's Mini Moose Land where kids under four can enjoy playing in the snow, igloos and tunnels for £7 and parents go free.
And if you've got a skiing holiday coming up and your child wants to freshen up their skills, then they can get a junior lift pass for £15 an hour.
Visit the website to book.
Chill Factore, Trafford Way, Stretford, M41 7JA.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Blackpool Comes to Oldham
Europe's biggest mobile funfair is coming to Oldham this half term.
The annual 'Blackpool Comes to Oldham' event is open for three weeks, from February 14 to March 1.
This year's event promises to be the 'most spectacular yet', with more than 25 'thrilling rides and attractions'.
There’s entertainment under cover too, in case it's a little chilly or rainy outside. Children can build a sandcastle at the mini beach in the marquee, while parents grab a coffee and cake.
Find out more about it here, or visit the website.
Blackpool Comes to Oldham, Hollinwood Avenue, Manchester Road, Hollinwood, OL9 7LG.
Meet the veterans, Imperial War Museum North
This February half term, visitors will have a special opportunity to meet war veterans and eyewitnesses, including those who lived through the Second World War, the Cold War and the Korean and Falkland Wars, to hear their personal stories of conflict.
Veterans will recount tales of their wartime life, giving visitors first-hand insights into the impact of war on people’s lives.
The free drop-in sessions run from 11am until 3pm on Tuesday, February 18 and Thursday, February 20.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Story Seekers is another free event which runs on February 15, 17, 19 and 22.
Your family can get hands-on with real artefacts and find moving and surprising stories from people who braved shark-infested waters to ingenious nurses and those who built machines of conflict.
Organisers say it's 'a wonderful way for families to learn together about the global impact of conflict from the First World War and Second World War to today'.
Imperial War Museum North, Trafford Wharf Road, Stretford, M17 1TZ.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Upside Down House, Trafford Centre
There's still time to catch the Upside Down House at the Trafford Centre if you fancy getting topsy turvy over half term.
The attraction is outside The Orient and offers visitors 'a zero-gravity illusion experience in a safe and family friendly environment'.
The house is arranged over two storeys and fully furnished with a kitchen, bathroom, living room art and bedroom.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Visitors are invited to walk on the ceiling and 'lose themselves going downstairs to go up and letting their imagination run riot as they capture the perfect photo'.
On the day tickets cost £5 per person (under threes go free). Advance tickets can be booked online for £3.50 weekdays or £4.50 weekends.
The house is open from 10am daily and closes at 8pm weekdays and 9pm at weekends.
Trafford Centre, The Orient, Trafford, M17 8AA.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Science and Industry Museum, Manchester
From free family shows for kids of all ages to Construction Packs for under fours to pick up, there's lots happening at the museum over half term.
The Revolution Manchester Show tells the story of how science and industry came together in Manchester, shaping our lives today.
With explosions, flying and even dancing, discover Manchester's role as a nerve centre of the Industrial Revolution in what promises to be an 'action-packed, interactive show'.
The show is at 10.30am daily from Monday to Friday and at 11.15am at the weekend.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
You've still got time to catch The Sun exhibition too, which has now been extended until March 29.
From an ancient Scandinavian sun horse to Jimmy Carter's solar panels from the White House, The Sun - which is recommended for children age five and above - tells the story of our ever-changing relationship with our closest star.
Visitors can feel the heat at the indoor beach, stand in the middle of a solar storm and watch the sun rise over Antarctica as the science behind the sun is brought to life.
Tickets cost £8 for adults, £6 concessions and children go free with paying adults. Tickets can be booked online .
Visit the website for more details.
Museum of Science and Industry, Liverpool Road, Manchester, M3 4FP.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Costume Factory, Manchester Central Library and Manchester Art Gallery
You can kill two birds with one stone this half term by keeping the kids entertained while making a costume for World Book Day.
Free workshops are taking place at Manchester Central Library on February 17 and 18 and then Manchester Art Gallery from February 19 to 22.
Families are invited to go along for inspiration and assistance in designing, cutting and stitching felt masks, head-dresses and logos to bring Gruffalos and Gangsta Grannies to life in time for World Book Day on Thursday, March 5.
The drop-in sessions run from 1pm until 3pm at both venues so there's no need to book.
Visit the website for more details.
Manchester Central Library, St Peter's Square, Manchester, M2 5PD.
Manchester Art Gallery, Mosley Street, Manchester, M2 3JL.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Bugs and Beasties, Lyme Park
This February half term, families are invited to go in search of the bugs and beasties that make themselves at home in the house at Lyme.
Pick up a trail sheet to discover some lurking critters, and get stuck in with the conservation team to see what it takes to protect the treasures and furniture around the house.
Sessions run from 11am to 4pm from February 15 to 23, excluding 19 and 20.
Tickets cost 50p each on top of the usual admission charges - children £4.75, adults £9.50, families £23.25.
Outside at Lyme Park, family friendly sessions are running between 11am and 3pm, offering sporty fun on the Top Lawn between February 17 and 21. Visit the website for more details.
Lyme Park, Disley, Stockport, Cheshire, SK12 2NR.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
GMP Museum
The Greater Manchester Police Museum hosts open days in the school holidays and this time there'll be more free sessions on offer.
This February sessions will be held from Tuesday, February 18 to Thursday, February 20.
The free events, from 10.30am to 3.30pm, focus on different units within the police force from the North West Underwater Search and Recovery Unit to the Tactical Dog Unit and the North West Ambulance Service.
Last admission is 3pm.
57A Newton Street, Manchester, M1 1ET.
Sarah & Duck's Big Top Birthday, The Lowry, Salford
CBeebies favourites Sarah and Duck are being brought to life in a new stage show this half term.
Featuring the characters from the BAFTA award-winning show, it comes to The Lowry from February 18 to 23.
Join Sarah and Duck and a host of favourites including The Ribbon Sisters, The Shallots, Flamingo & John and Umbrella, as they plan a birthday party for Scarf Lady in their garden.
The hour-long show promises to 'take you and your children on a magical adventure' with 'a fantastic blend of puppetry, storytelling and music'.
Tickets, from £12.50, can be booked online.
The Lowry, Pier 8, The Quays, Salford, M50 3AZ.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Knowsley Safari, Knowsley
Knowsley Safari is making things a bit cheaper this half term by letting kids in for half price.
Along the five-mile Safari Drive you'll see everything from rhinos and camels to lions and deer and if you don't fancy taking your car through then you can hop on the Baboon Bus to get up close to the mischievous monkeys.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
On the Foot Safari families can see meerkats, giraffes, Amur tigers, wolves, bats and more.
There are also regular sea lion and birds of prey displays.
The offer, which runs from February 15 to 23 brings the cost of a children's ticket, up to the age of 15, to £6.75. For adults it's £15.75. Book online.
Knowsley Safari, Prescot, L34 4AN.
Children's Afternoon Tea, The Midland Hotel
If you fancy something different with the kids over half term then you could head to The Midland Hotel which is serving up a Children's Afternoon Tea.
The selection includes finger sandwiches, a mixture of sweet treats and a fresh fruit milkshake. Children also get to decorate their own gingerbread man.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Available for children up to 12 years old, when accompanied by an adult ordering Afternoon Tea, the Children’s Afternoon Tea promises 'a combination of fun and traditional style thrown into one' – with a scone served with Devon clotted cream and Mrs Darlington’s jams, sandwiches including roast chicken and cucumber and cream cheese.
It's available all year round, from Monday to Friday 1pm to 4.30pm and weekends, 12.30pm to 6.30pm and is priced at £13.50 per child.
You can book online or walk-ins are also welcomed.
The Midland, Peter Street, Manchester, M60 2DS.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Jawsome Sharks, Sea Life
This half term Sea Life Manchester is launching its Jawsome Sharks and Friends quest.
The idea is that visitors help Professor Finn find the missing Top Trumps cards, so he can teach everybody about the incredible sharks and sea creatures that live at the aquarium.
See how many cards you can collect as you navigate the trail before handing them over to the crazy Professor Finn who will share his knowledge on the sharks and other amazing creatures.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Jawsome Sharks and Friends is an interactive experience where all trainee rangers can touch and feel real artefacts and objects from the deep, including real razor-sharp teeth alongside other sea creature items.
The event runs from February 15 until March 15 and tickets, from £16.95, can be booked online.
Sea Life, intu Trafford Centre, Barton Square Bridge, Manchester, M17 8AS.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Treetop Trek, Heaton Park
The tree-top adventure playground at Heaton Park is open this half term.
The Treetop Nets play park features giant treetop trampolines suitable for everyone aged three and up.
Treetop Trek features two courses: the Zip Trek and a shorter Mini Trek.
Suitable for ages five and over, the Mini Trek is the easier of the two courses, with seven ziplines and 13 different obstacles to conquer. Tickets cost £18 for an hour.
The Zip Trek is a two-hour experience for ages seven and above and starts from £25.
Up to a jaw-dropping height of 15m, you will weave through the tree canopy across 35 obstacles, including balance bars, swinging logs and Indiana bridges, along with 24 'thrilling' zip lines.
Sessions on the nets also last for two hours and cost £13 for under fives and supervisors and £20 for adults and over fives.
To find out more please visit the website or call 01539 447 186 .
Natural History Adventures, Quarry Bank
Families are invited on 'a welly walk like never before' at Quarry Bank this half term.
Explore the gardens and woods, playing games and 'discovering nature in a new way'.
Head to the upper garden for a look at the natural world before making your way to the mill for a rainy day craft activity.
The event runs from February 17 to 21 and is part of the Natural History Museums' Natural History Adventures.
It is included in normal admission charges - children £10, adults £20.25, family £50.50.
Quarry Bank, Styal, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 4LA.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Magnificent Minibeasts, Manchester Museum
Children can get creative while learning about inspiring insects, scintillating spiders and captivating creepy crawlies at the museum.
The event runs from 2pm to 4pm from February 18 to 20 and is free for families to drop-in so there's no need to book.
Check the website closer to the time for special guests and activities.
Manchester Museum, The University Of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PL.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Salford Museum and Art Gallery
There are lots of free and cheap activities at the museum and gallery over the holidays.
Victorian street Lark Hill Place is hosting a free Washday Wednesday event on February 19, with sessions at 11am, 1pm and 2pm.
From possers to donkey stones, families can watch a demonstration to see how the residents of Lark Hill Place would have done their laundry.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
A free Through The Ages event takes place on the Thursday, from 10am to 12pm and from 1pm to 3pm.
The on Friday, February 21, families can get some treats from Mr Tomlinson's Sweet Shop in return for a donation to the museum. It's open from 10am until noon and 1pm to 3pm.
See the full list of half term activities here.
Salford Museum and Art Gallery, Peel Park, The Crescent, Salford, M5 4WU.
National Football Museum, Manchester
With interactive objects, games and displays, the National Football Museum has lots of fun activities for kids of all ages.
Throughout the museum there are interactive objects, games and displays, including a Discovery Zone designed especially for ages five and under.
You now have to pay to get in the museum but six of the interactive games offered at the venue - aimed at kids seven and over and letting them test their skills at everything from showboating to commentating - are now included in the entrance fee.
These include testing your lightning-quick ‘keeping reactions to prove yourself as the top Shot Stopper, testing your passing skills with the game One-Two and following the autocue or just calling the action as you see it with the Match Of The Day.
The penalty shootout costs £2 for three penalties.
Tickets cost £10 for adults, £5 for children aged five to 15, or £25 for a family.
Anyone who pays their council tax to Manchester city council gets in for free (proof of residency required).
It's open daily from 10am to 5pm, last admission 4.30pm. For more information visit www.nationalfootballmuseum.com .
National Football Museum, Urbis Building, Cathedral Gardens, Todd St, City Centre, Manchester, M4 3BG.
Lion habitat, Chester Zoo
If you head along to Chester Zoo this half term then you can take a look at the new lion habitat.
Visitors can get closer than ever to the Asiatic lions - the world's rarest species of the animal - and if you catch them at the right time you might just see them eating their dinner too.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
The impressive 4,790 square metre enclosure is home to lionesses Kumari and Kiburi, along with adult male Lblis - all aged 12.
It's been specially designed to help conserve the world's rarest species of the animal, with only an estimated 350 of the animals left in India, after they originally roamed across Northern Africa, Greece, Turkey and Asia.
(Image: PA)
Last year the zoo also unveiled its new Madagascar habitat, featuring the attraction's first ever 'walk-though' primate experience.
Visitors now have the chance to see lemurs jumping across the path in front of them or swinging in the trees above them as they make their way through part of the new zone.
Chester Zoo, Chester, CH2 1EU.
The Whitworth
Visitors can pick up an art hamper at any time during gallery opening hours. This is filled with art materials, ideas and a picnic blanket - which can be used indoors or outdoors.
These can be collected and returned from the welcome desks at either entrance from 10am
For more details see here .
The Whitworth, The University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester, M15 6ER.
Get crafty at Bents, Warrington
There are plenty of opportunities for the kids to get crafty at Bents Garden and Home this half term.
A free Creation Station is being set up where they can make, stick, colour and paint their very own masterpieces every day of the break.
It will be located between the Children’s Boutique and C-Crafts, where the team will ensure the Station is re-stocked with new crafts which are completely free to use.
A number of organised pottery workshop sessions have also been planned.
On Tuesday, February 18 and Thursday, February 20 children will be able to decorate their very own ceramic coin bank (Tuesday) or watering can (Thursday).
Places can be pre-booked online or drop in sessions will also be taking place when there’s no need to book. Workshops are £6 per child which includes all materials.
A rose themed treasure hunt will be on throughout the break with face painting also planned for the Tuesday 18, Thursday 20 and Saturday 22.
You can let the kids try out the outdoor play area or Jurassic Cove Adventure Golf while you're there, or head inside to the free indoor beach.
Bents, Warrington Road, Glazebury, Warrington, WA3 5NT.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
If you have an event to add to the list email emma.gill@trinitymirror.com or share it on our Manchester Family group here.