Football in Scotland, Football in Northern England

Journey Time:
4 Days
Distance:
369 miles (593 km)
Airport:
Manchester

Plan your route: VisitBritain Journey Planner (visitbritain.transportdirect.info/web2)

Follow a football trail through England's northern counties and across the border into Scotland, calling in to some of the icons of this great game. Visit museums and take a stadium tour.

Day 1: Manchester - Old Trafford & Sportcity

From Manchester city centre take a train to Manchester United at Old Trafford and visit the museum, MUFC superstore and enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of the hallowed ground. In the afternoon head north to Sportcity and its showpiece, Manchester City Football Club's home the City of Manchester Stadium, to experience its award-winning museum and tour.

Must see and do:

Manchester United (www.manutd.com/) | Manchester City Football Club (www.mcfc.co.uk)