Sign up for our What's On newsletter to keep your finger firmly on the pulse of an ever-changing Manchester A pub in one of the UK's most unusual locations has finally reopened its doors for the first time in almost two years.
The Ship Inn sits on Piel Island, a tiny dot of land off the Cumbrian coast that's home to only three houses, an ancient 14th century castle, and a pub.
The 50-acre island is also prime seal-spotting territory, with colonies often seen swimming around the Furness Peninsula. Read more: The pub on an island near Manchester where you can see seals and porpoises Overnight stays on the island, which is around two hours from Manchester, are cheaper than a pint in the city centre too - you can pitch up a tent for just £5.
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