After you arrive and drop bags at your hotel, ease into London with a gentle stroll through St. James's Park to soak up views of the lake and Buckingham Palace from a calm angle, then head to Covent Garden for coffee at Monmouth Coffee Company and browse independent shops and street performers. Finish the morning with a relaxed lunch at Dishoom Covent Garden for Anglo-Indian flavors before returning to your base to freshen up for the afternoon - a perfect low-key start that preserves energy for evening pub and live-music plans.
Unpack and recharge with a leisurely wander through Southbank - stroll the river path, browse the weekend book and craft stalls near the Southbank Centre, and grab a riverside espresso at Monmouth Coffee's Southbank outpost. Then duck into Borough Market for small-plate tastings (cheeses, scotch eggs, and street-food) before a pre-evening pint at the historic riverside Anchor Bankside to set the tone for a music-forward night.
Start your evening with classic British pub grub and a relaxed pint at The Churchill Arms in Kensington, famed for its flower-bedecked exterior and cosy interior - a great low-key spot to swap travel notes with your dad. After dinner, head to Ronnie Scott's in Soho for a late-night jazz set (book ahead) or catch rising local bands at The 100 Club on Oxford Street for an intimate, historic live-music experience that keeps the night lively without straying far from central London.
Kick off the morning with a riverside walk from Tower Bridge to the lesser-known but atmospheric Leadenhall Market, where you can browse boutique shops and enjoy a coffee at The Grind at Leadenhall. Then head to The Monument for panoramic views after climbing its spiral staircase, followed by a late-morning shopping detour along Carnaby Street-great for independent fashion boutiques and vintage jersey shops that nod to your football interests before a pub-lunch at the historic Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese.
Spend a relaxed afternoon exploring the literary and shopping heart of London: browse curated bookstores and indie boutiques around Bloomsbury (don't miss the courtyard at The British Library for quiet manuscript displays) before heading west to hunt for fashion and football-inspired finds along Oxford Street, dropping into the flagship Selfridges for limited-edition jerseys and designer sportswear. After shopping, recharge with an espresso and people-watching on the terrace at The Delaunay on Aldwych, then take a short walk to the elegant concert venue Cadogan Hall to check listings and secure tickets for an evening classical or contemporary set - a seamless move toward tonight's West End or live-music plans.
Begin your evening with cocktails and small plates at Sketch (The Glade) for a stylish, art-filled dining experience that contrasts nicely with daytime sightseeing. Afterward, catch a West End show at Palace Theatre or opt for an indie gig at The Jazz Café in Camden for up-close live music; finish late with a nightcap at the cozy, award-winning whisky bar The Distillery in Fitzrovia to swap highlights with your dad and friends.
Start with a guided tour of Stamford Bridge to explore the players' tunnel, press room and museum highlights, then pop into the adjacent Chelsea Megastore for retro shirts and limited-edition scarves. From there, take the Tube to Highbury to stroll the exterior of Arsenal's old Highbury Stadium (the Art Deco façade and memorial garden) before visiting the nearby Arsenal Experience shop and museum for interactive exhibits and rare memorabilia - a hands-on morning that builds on your arrival-day gentle strolls and primes you for an afternoon of deeper club histories.
After the Stamford Bridge and Highbury morning, head east to soak up more club culture with a visit to the interactive exhibits at the National Football Museum (London pop-up or partnered exhibits) followed by a guided behind-the-scenes walking tour of Selhurst Park to learn about Crystal Palace's fan culture and matchday rituals. Finish the afternoon with a browse and fitting at the iconic Vintage Football Shirts shop for rare retro jerseys and a coffee break at The Litten Tree-a classic pub near many club hubs-so you're primed for an evening of stadium-adjacent bars or a museum lecture.
Wind down your football-packed day with dinner and fan atmosphere in the east at The Faltering Fullback in Finsbury Park, a pub famed for its matchday buzz and vintage football memorabilia on the walls, then hop to The Castle on Kennington Road for a pint where local fans gather and often show classic match highlights. Finish with a late visit to Football Memories Sessions (check local listings for an evening talk or fan meet-up) or browse rare finds and chat with collectors at Shirt Showroom-an intimate pop-up store often open late for special releases-soaking up stories and swapping finds before heading back to your base.
Arrive by train and drop bags at your hotel, then head to Mackie Mayor for a hearty brunch from independent stalls (great for fueling a football-heavy trip) before wandering the creative streets of the Northern Quarter to browse vinyl at Piccadilly Records and retro sportswear at The Vintage Football Club pop-ups. Continue with a short walk to Affleck's Palace to hunt for unique fan merch and music memorabilia, finishing with coffee and people-watching at Takk - a cosy Nordic café that sets a relaxed tone for the afternoon's deeper Manchester explorations.
After settling in, dive deeper into Manchester's creative heart with street-art spotting and independent shopping along Mode Wheelhouse and the colorful corridors of Bradford Street, then pop into Rubadub for a browse of vinyl, DJ kit and music memorabilia tied to the city's club scene. Follow up with a late-afternoon pint and people-watching at the characterful music-led pub The Bay Horse on Swan Street, and if time allows grab a flight of local ales at nearby craft bar Port Street Beer House to compare brews and plan evening plans with your dad and friends.
Ease into your first Manchester night with dinner at The Refuge by Volta, where seasonal British plates and a buzzing bar scene make for a lively family-and-friends-friendly meal. Afterward, head to Night & Day Café for an intimate gig or DJ set showcasing local indie and electronic acts, then finish with late-night pints and live bands at The Castle Hotel, a storied venue in the Gay Village known for its music nights and welcoming post-match atmosphere-perfect for swapping plans for Old Trafford and Liverpool with your dad and friends.
Start the day with a guided behind-the-scenes tour of Old Trafford, arriving early to walk the players' tunnel, sit in the dugout and visit the trophy room before the crowds; follow this with a hands-on audio tour at the adjacent National Football Museum Manchester branch to compare club histories and iconic artifacts. After the museum, browse hard-to-find retro shirts and limited-edition fan gear at the independent Kitlocker store on nearby Deansgate, then refuel with a hearty breakfast or brunch at football-friendly café Siop Shop to trade anecdotes with fellow fans and plan your afternoon stadium-adjacent explorations.
After a morning at Old Trafford and the museum, wander the nearby Trafford Centre for a mix of football retail and leisure - visit the sprawling Sports Direct Megastore and hunt limited-edition shirts at the Kit Room concession, then relax with a riverside coffee at The Alchemist terrace inside the centre. Later, head to The Lowry complex to browse football-themed exhibitions and pick up fan art in the gallery shop before finishing with a pint and matchday atmosphere at The Bishop Blaize, a classic Lancashire pub popular with United supporters, perfect for swapping photos and planning an evening of vinyl-hunting or live music back in the Northern Quarter.
Wind down your Old Trafford day with dinner at the football-themed gastropub The Wharf on Chester Road, enjoying riverside seating and a menu of hearty British classics while swapping match-day photos with your dad and friends. Afterward, head to Band on the Wall for an up-close live-music set-its long history with Manchester's music scene makes it perfect for discovering local talent-then finish late with craft beers and football-chat at The Albert on Princess Street, a friendly pub where supporters and musicians often meet after shows.
Begin with a bright start at Manchester Art Gallery to enjoy Victorian and contemporary works (a calm cultural counterpoint after stadium tours), then wander to the nearby Whitworth Park for a coffee and people-watch by the sculpture trail before heading to HOME Manchester for a mid-morning film or contemporary-art exhibition that ties the city's creative and musical threads together. Finish the morning with a hands-on stop at The Royal Exchange Theatre-catch a daytime rehearsal viewing if available or browse their bookshop for local music and theatre publications to fuel afternoon gig-hunting plans.
Wander south from the Gallery area to explore the industrial heritage at the Museum of Science and Industry's expansive Steam and Power halls, then cross the canal for a late lunch and craft beers at the lively Painted Bird, which often hosts pop-up DJ sets and local-band afternoons. Continue the music thread with a visit to The Stoller Hall for an early-evening chamber or contemporary set (check listings) or pop into Matt & Phreds in the Gay Village for an intimate jazz session-perfect preparation for tonight's bigger gigs back in the Northern Quarter.
As night falls, head to Albert Hall for a concert in its atmospheric, converted chapel - arrival early lets you grab a drink in the impressive foyer and soak the vibe before the show. After the gig, wander to The Bay Horse on Swan Street for late-night pints and live acoustic sets, then finish with cocktails and DJ-driven dance at Joshua Brooks, a cavernous club where Manchester's indie and electronic scenes collide and make for a lively night out with your dad and friends.
Begin with a hearty breakfast at Bold Street Coffee before joining a guided walking tour of Penny Lane, stopping at the famous barber shop and the iconic roundabout for photos and Beatles anecdotes; the guide will link stories to nearby musical landmarks you'll visit later. After the tour, head to The Beatles Story at Albert Dock for immersive exhibits and rare memorabilia, then stroll the waterfront to catch views of the Royal Liver Building and pop into Merseyside Maritime Museum for context on the city that shaped the band-an enriching morning that builds on your Manchester music discoveries and sets the tone for an afternoon at the Cavern and local pubs.
After a Beatles-focused morning, lose yourself in Liverpool's maritime charm with a guided tour of the Royal Albert Dock complex, stopping at the Tate Liverpool for modern art and the dockside galleries, then grab a waterfront lunch at Maray or seafood at The Smugglers Cove. In the mid-afternoon, head to the atmospheric St. Luke's Bombed Out Church for photos and local busker performances, then browse vinyl, rare band memorabilia and indie labels at Probe Records before catching an early-evening set-up at the Cavern Pub to soak up pre-gig atmosphere with your dad and friends.
After the Cavern Pub warm-up, head to The Philharmonic Dining Rooms for an ornate, historic pub dinner (the décor and carved wood panels are a spectacle) before catching an intimate live set at Leaf on Bold Street, a cosy venue and café-bar that champions acoustic and unsigned acts-perfect for soaking up Liverpool's grassroots music scene. Finish the night with cocktails and people-watching at Bishop Blaize or a late stroll along the illuminated Pier Head to admire the waterfront skyline and reflect on the day's Beatles and maritime discoveries.
Begin with a focused morning at The Liverpool FC Official Megastore (Anfield) to pick up match-day scarves, retro kits and limited-edition memorabilia before joining an early Anfield Stadium Tour that includes the players' tunnel, dressing room and the multimedia museum experience. After the tour, stroll over to Stanley Park for views of the stadium from the terrace and a relaxed coffee at The Park View Café, where you can compare stories with fellow fans and plan the afternoon museum deep-dive.
Continue your Anfield immersion with a visit to the nearby Liverpool FC Foundation Community Hub for behind-the-scenes community projects and occasional memorabilia displays, then pop into the independent collector's shop Retro Footballs & Memorabilia on Walton Breck Road to hunt for rare match programmes and vintage scarves. Finish the afternoon with a leisurely stroll and matchday atmosphere at Anfield Road End pubs like The Park Hotel, where fans gather early for pre-match chats and local ales that set the tone for an evening of club stories and chants.
After your Anfield day, soak up local fan culture over dinner at The Sandon, a historic pub famed for its pre- and post-match atmosphere and walls full of footballing ephemera; grab a locally brewed pint and swap stories with supporters. Later, head to The Cavern Club (Cavern Pub)'s sister venues on Matthew Street for live tribute bands and Beatles-adjacent sets that keep the night lively, or join a guided evening supporters' walk that stops at lesser-known muraled alleys and football-themed street art for a lively, photo-ready finish to your Liverpool football immersion.
Begin match day with a relaxed tactical breakfast at The Old Wellington (Manchester) where fans often gather early for matchday banter, then head to The Trafford Hotel Bar for a quieter spot to compare notes and check your tickets before the pre-match buzz picks up; both are great for last-minute jersey checks and photos. If you prefer a Liverpool-side morning or are heading that way, stop by The Sandon's nearby sister bar The Park House for a hearty fry-up and to soak in local chants before making your way toward the stadium transport hubs, ensuring you arrive calm, fuelled and ready for the stadium build-up.
Head into the growing pre-match atmosphere with a visit to The Bishop Blaize (if in Manchester) or The Admiral Vernon (if in Liverpool) for a late-lunch pint and to join supporters' chants as kick-off approaches; both pubs are known for lively fan banter and last-minute selfie spots. Then make your way to the stadium transport hub, stopping en route at Fan Zone stalls or the official pop-up Matchday Megastore for final scarves and limited-edition matchday programmes before funneling into your allocated entry gate for the stadium build-up and pre-kick rituals.
After the final whistle, celebrate the atmosphere with a lively mix of music and fan camaraderie at The Bishop's Finger, a pub known for animated post-match crowds and rotating guest ales, then head to The Garratt for late-night live bands and football singalongs where rival fans often mingle over the music. If you want a more curated nightcap, finish at The Blues Kitchen for Southern comfort food, cocktails and DJ sets that keep the energy up while you swap highlights and photos with your dad and friends before heading back to your hotel.
Take it easy with a slow start at Fletcher Moss Botanical Gardens for a peaceful walk among manicured flowerbeds and riverside paths, followed by a late breakfast at nearby Takk Manchester's Ancoats outpost for strong coffee and Nordic-style pastries. After refuelling, browse niche football memorabilia at Away From Home Collectibles in Salford for signed programmes and vintage scarves, then wander the stalls and independent makers at Levenshulme Market to pick up unique souvenirs and local craft beers while comparing post-match highlights with your dad and friends.
Wander the leafy canalside paths of Castlefield Urban Heritage Park, then board a short, scenic canal boat from Castlefield Basin to the historic Merchant's Bridge area for gentle sightseeing and photography. After the cruise, browse specialist football collectibles at The Kit Room Manchester (for retro shirts and match programmes) before sampling street-food stalls and local crafts at Mackie Mayor to round out a restorative afternoon with easy eats and shopping.
Unwind with a leisurely riverside dinner at The Dockyard, where seasonal British plates and views of the canal set a calm post-match tone, then stroll to nearby Gulliver's Warehouse for late-window shopping at independent stalls selling vintage sports kits and music memorabilia. Finish the night with live-acoustic sets and craft ales at The Whippet Inn, a cosy venue favoured by locals for low-key music and relaxed conversation-perfect for swapping match highlights with your dad and friends while keeping the evening mellow.
Arrive by train and drop your bags, then fuel up with a full English or brunch at Yorks Cafe & Coffee Roasters before a walking introduction to Birmingham's industrial past on a guided tour of Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, where the pre-Raphaelite collection and civic displays set a cultural tone after Manchester and Liverpool. Continue with a wander through the creative Custard Factory in Digbeth to browse indie boutiques, street art and vinyl at Retro @ Digbeth-perfect for picking up music-themed finds and local designer jerseys while you plan afternoon shopping and evening nightlife.
Spend a design-and-shopping-focused afternoon in the Jewellery Quarter with a guided tour of the Museum of the Jewellery Quarter followed by browsing independent makers and bespoke sportswear at The Court Jewellery Quarter studios; pop into Vacant for curated streetwear and vintage music tees. Then head to the bustling Bullring area to hunt limited-edition jerseys and sports collaborations at Selfridges Birmingham and relax with a late-afternoon craft-cider flight at the atmospheric canal-side bar The Canal House, setting you up for an evening of live music and nightlife.
Dine in the vibrant Digbeth quarter at The Wilderness for inventive tasting plates in a theatrical setting, then wander to The Mill for craft cocktails in an intimate, music-friendly bar with rotating live DJs. Finish the night catching a late gig at The Glee Club for comedy or live music, or, if you prefer a rockier vibe, head to O2 Institute Birmingham for headline shows and a lively post-concert crowd - perfect for comparing tonight's energy with Manchester and Liverpool nights and plotting tomorrow's return to London.
Choose Stratford and begin with a relaxed riverside stroll to Holy Trinity Church to see Shakespeare's grave, then join a guided tour of Shakespeare's Birthplace Trust's Nash's House & New Place for intimate insights into his later life; finish with a croissant and coffee at the charming Hathaway Tea Rooms before browsing independent bookshops along Henley Street. Or pick Oxford and start with a walking tour of Christ Church Meadow and the exterior of Christ Church College, followed by a behind-the-scenes visit to the historic Bodleian Library's Divinity School and a coffee at the atmospheric Vaults & Garden Café, leaving you perfectly positioned for afternoon wandering through boutique streets and college quads.
In Stratford-upon-Avon, take a guided punt along the River Avon from Royal Shakespeare Theatre Punting Station, then visit the intimate Harvard House for Tudor merchant interiors and local history before hunting hand-made souvenirs at the independent stalls along Guild Chapel Street Market. Alternatively in Oxford, wander the covered arcades of Covered Market to sample artisanal fudge and browse specialty book and map shops, then climb the tower at Carfax Tower for compact city views and finish with tea and scones in the atmospheric Grand Café, keeping a relaxed pace after a morning of churches or college quads.
If you choose Stratford, enjoy a riverside dinner at The Dirty Duck (The Black Swan) overlooking the RSC theatres, then join an atmospheric ghost tour that wanders past timbered houses and into candlelit alleyways for local stories and Shakespearean lore. If you're in Oxford, settle in for pub classics and live folk at The Turf Tavern, followed by an evening stroll across the illuminated Bridge of Sighs to soak the colleges' cloisters and end with a nightcap and rare-book browsing at Blackwell's Norrington Room if open late.
Catch an early train to Brighton and start with a brisk promenade along Brighton Beach before grabbing a seaside breakfast at The Breakfast Club on Queens Road; the fresh sea air and pebbled shore set a relaxed contrast after your inland travels. Wander the winding lanes of The Lanes to browse independent record shops like Resident Records and vintage sportswear at Rubbish Vintage, then pop into Komedia's daytime café to check upcoming gig listings and plan an afternoon or evening music slot-perfect continuity from your Manchester/Liverpool music hunt while introducing Brighton's distinct seaside vibe.
Stroll the colourful seafront to the iconic Brighton Palace Pier, try classic arcade games and fish-and-chip stalls, then head to the creative quarter of North Laine to browse independent record shops like Sticky Mike's Frog Bar's popup sales and vintage sportswear at Absolute Vintage. Late afternoon, catch an intimate gig or open-mic at the beachfront Green Door Store or enjoy a craft-beer flight and live acoustic sets on the terrace at The Mesmerist, a perfect musical warm-up that links your Brighton finds back to the Manchester-Liverpool music trail.
As the sun sets, head to The Bedford in nearby Hove for dinner and often-live jazz or indie sets in a lively, local-friendly room-perfect for swapping stories with your dad and friends after a day on the coast. Afterward, wander to Patterns for late-night DJ sets blending rock and electronic music, or catch an intimate gig at The Hope & Ruin on Queens Road; finish with a seaside nightcap at Terre à Terre's bar area or a craft cocktail at The Coal Shed for a relaxed, culinary end to a music-and-beach day.
After the train from Birmingham, ease into your final London morning with brunch and specialty coffee at Kaffeine in Fitzrovia, then walk to nearby Tottenham Court Road to browse flagship stores and the curated designer sportswear at LN-CC for any last-minute limited-edition football apparel. Continue with a calm cultural stop at The Courtauld Gallery in Somerset House to enjoy Impressionist and modern works (its quieter rooms are perfect for reflective souvenir shopping), finishing before lunch with a detour to Seven Dials Market for street-food tasting and a last hunt for vinyl and music memorabilia at the independent stalls-tying together your football-and-music trip themes before an afternoon of museums or final purchases.
Wander the elegant arcades of Bond Street and browse limited-edition sports collaborations at MatchesFashion and designer sneakers at Smythson, then duck into nearby Liberty London for unique textiles and vintage-inspired apparel that make for memorable gifts. After shopping, immerse yourself in decorative arts at the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A)-focus on the Theatre & Performance and Fashion galleries for music-and-football crossover exhibits-and finish with afternoon tea at the V&A's Courtyard Café to rest before an evening out.
Cap your trip with dinner and a vibrant night in Soho-book a table at Berner's Tavern for modern British plates and a lively dining room, then wander to Ronnie Scott's for a late jazz set or to The Jazz Café in nearby Camden for a high-energy live band if you want something louder. After the show, grab cocktails at the speakeasy-style Swift in Soho or head to The Blues Kitchen on Shoreditch High Street for blues, Southern comfort food and DJ sets-perfect places to swap football-music highlights with your dad and friends and toast the trip before a final nightcap.
Start your final morning with a relaxed breakfast and last-minute souvenir hunt at Pavilion Café (Victoria Park) where riverside tables and pastries make packing checks feel less rushed, then pop into the nearby Columbia Road Flower Market (if it's a Sunday) or browse independent gifts at Blackwells Bookshop (Charing Cross) for a carefully chosen memoir or music book to remember the trip. Before you head to the airport, grab a final coffee and quick pre-order pastry from Flat White (Soho outpost) and arrange a private-transfer pick-up from your hotel or the convenient Heathrow Express/coach meeting point to ensure a smooth, stress-free journey home.
Spend a calm final afternoon hunting last-minute gifts and music-themed souvenirs in Seven Dials-pop into Stanfords for maps and travel books and browse vinyl and indie zines at Sister Ray Records (Soho branch)-then enjoy a leisurely late lunch at Brasserie Zédel for classic French fare in an art-deco setting. After eating, collect any overlooked luggage items at your hotel and take a relaxed riverside stroll through Victoria Embankment Gardens to clear your head before your pre-booked airport transfer, leaving time for a final coffee at Notes Coffee (Embankment) while you confirm pick-up details.
For a relaxed final evening, enjoy an early dinner of classic pies and local ales at The Jugged Hare near Haymarket, then take a gentle stroll through the theatre-lit streets to browse last-minute vinyl and music books at Sister Ray Records (Soho branch)'s later hours. Finish with a comforting nightcap and a final conversation about the trip at the rooftop bar Aqua Nueva (reservations advised for skyline views), then return to your hotel to complete packing and confirm your pre-booked airport transfer.
| Place / Activity | Cost |
|---|---|
| St. James's Park | Free |
| Monmouth Coffee Company (Covent Garden) | £4 |
| Dishoom Covent Garden (lunch) | £20 |
| Southbank (riverside stroll & stalls) | Free |
| Monmouth Coffee (Southbank) | £4 |
| Borough Market (tastings/street food) | £10 |
| Anchor Bankside (pub pint) | £6 |
| The Churchill Arms (dinner/pint) | £25 |
| Ronnie Scott's (jazz ticket) | £25 |
| The 100 Club (gig) | £20 |
| Tower Bridge (walk/view) | Free |
| Leadenhall Market (browse) | Free |
| The Grind at Leadenhall (coffee) | £4 |
| The Monument (climb/view) | £7 |
| Carnaby Street (shopping) | Free |
| Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese (pub lunch) | £18 |
| The British Library (courtyard/manuscripts) | Free |
| Selfridges (shopping / flagship) | Free |
| The Delaunay (espresso/terrace) | £5 |
| Cadogan Hall (concert ticket) | £30 |
| Sketch (The Glade) (cocktails / dining) | £45 |
| Palace Theatre (West End show ticket) | £50 |
| The Jazz Café (Camden gig) | £20 |
| The Distillery (whisky bar nightcap) | £8 |
| Stamford Bridge guided tour (Chelsea) | £22 |
| Chelsea Megastore (shopping) | £35 |
| Highbury exterior & Arsenal Experience (museum/shop) | £20 |
| National Football Museum (London pop-up/partnered exhibits) | £12 |
| Selhurst Park walking tour | £10 |
| Vintage Football Shirts (shop) | £50 |
| The Litten Tree (pub coffee / pub food) | £12 |
| The Faltering Fullback (pub dinner) | £20 |
| The Castle (Kennington Road pub) | £6 |
| Football Memories Sessions (talk / meetup) | Free |
| Shirt Showroom (pop-up shop) | £35 |
| Train London to Manchester (advance single typical) | £40 |
| Mackie Mayor (brunch stalls) | £12 |
| Piccadilly Records (vinyl browsing) | Free |
| The Vintage Football Club pop-ups | £30 |
| Affleck's Palace (shopping) | Free |
| Takk (coffee) | £4 |
| Rubadub (vinyl / music shop) | Free |
| The Bay Horse (pub pint) | £6 |
| Port Street Beer House (flight of ales) | £12 |
| The Refuge by Volta (dinner) | £30 |
| Night & Day Café (gig) | £10 |
| The Castle Hotel (live bands/pints) | £8 |
| Old Trafford guided tour | £28 |
| National Football Museum Manchester | £12 |
| Kitlocker (retro shirts shopping) | £40 |
| Siop Shop (breakfast/brunch) | £12 |
| Trafford Centre (Sports Direct / shopping) | Free |
| The Alchemist (coffee/terrace) | £5 |
| The Lowry (gallery / exhibitions) | £10 |
| The Bishop Blaize (pub pint) | £6 |
| The Wharf (gastropub dinner) | £28 |
| Band on the Wall (concert) | £15 |
| The Albert (pub post-show) | £6 |
| Manchester Art Gallery | Free |
| Whitworth Park (walk) | Free |
| HOME Manchester (film/exhibition ticket) | £12 |
| Royal Exchange Theatre (visit/shop) | £12 |
| Museum of Science and Industry (Manchester) | Free |
| Painted Bird (lunch / craft beers) | £18 |
| Stoller Hall (concert ticket) | £20 |
| Matt & Phreds (jazz session) | £12 |
| Albert Hall Manchester (concert) | £25 |
| Joshua Brooks (club entry/drinks) | £12 |
| Train to Liverpool (return day-trip typical) | £15 |
| Bold Street Coffee (breakfast) | £6 |
| Penny Lane guided walking tour | £15 |
| The Beatles Story (Albert Dock) | £20 |
| Merseyside Maritime Museum | Free |
| Royal Albert Dock guided tour / Tate Liverpool visit | £12 |
| Tate Liverpool | Free |
| Maray (waterfront lunch) | £18 |
| St. Luke's Bombed Out Church (visit) | Free |
| Probe Records (vinyl shopping) | Free |
| Cavern Pub (pre-gig) | £6 |
| The Philharmonic Dining Rooms (dinner) | £25 |
| Leaf on Bold Street (live set / dinner) | £12 |
| The Sandon (dinner / pre/post-match pub) | £15 |
| The Liverpool FC Official Megastore (Anfield) | £30 |
| Anfield Stadium Tour | £27 |
| Stanley Park & The Park View Café | £5 |
| Liverpool FC Foundation Community Hub (visit) | Free |
| Retro Footballs & Memorabilia (collector shop) | £20 |
| Anfield pubs (The Park Hotel / Park House) pint | £6 |
| Matchday Megastore / fan zone stalls (matchday spend) | £20 |
| The Bishop's Finger (post-match pint) | £6 |
| The Garratt (live bands post-match) | £8 |
| The Blues Kitchen (nightcap / DJ sets) | £12 |
| Fletcher Moss Botanical Gardens (walk) | Free |
| Away From Home Collectibles (memorabilia shop) | £20 |
| Levenshulme Market (stalls/souvenirs) | £10 |
| Castlefield Urban Heritage Park (walk / canal boat) | £8 |
| Castlefield canal boat ride | £8 |
| The Kit Room Manchester (shopping) | £30 |
| Mackie Mayor (street-food evening) | £12 |
| The Dockyard (riverside dinner) | £25 |
| Gulliver's Warehouse (shopping stalls) | Free |
| The Whippet Inn (acoustic sets / pints) | £8 |
| Train to Birmingham (typical advance single) | £25 |
| Yorks Cafe & Coffee Roasters (brunch) | £12 |
| Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery | Free |
| Custard Factory (Digbeth browsing) | Free |
| Retro @ Digbeth (vinyl / shopping) | £10 |
| Museum of the Jewellery Quarter (tour) | £6 |
| Vacant (streetwear / shopping) | £20 |
| Bullring / Selfridges Birmingham (shopping) | Free |
| The Canal House (cider flight) | £12 |
| The Wilderness (tasting dinner) | £60 |
| The Mill (cocktails) | £12 |
| The Glee Club (gig / comedy) | £15 |
| O2 Institute Birmingham (concert) | £25 |
| Train to Stratford-upon-Avon or Oxford (return day-trip) | £30 |
| Holy Trinity Church (Shakespeare's grave) | Free |
| Shakespeare's Birthplace Trust (New Place / Nash's House) | £22 |
| Hathaway Tea Rooms (coffee / croissant) | £6 |
| Christ Church Meadow / Christ Church College (Oxford) | Free |
| Bodleian Library (Divinity School visit / tour) | £12 |
| Vaults & Garden Café (coffee) | £4 |
| Royal Shakespeare Theatre punting (Stratford) | £12 |
| Harvard House (entry) | £5 |
| Guild Chapel Street Market (souvenirs) | £10 |
| The Dirty Duck (The Black Swan) (dinner) | £25 |
| Stratford ghost tour (evening) | £10 |
| Trainto Brighton (return day-trip) | £20 |
| Brighton Beach promenade (free) | Free |
| The Breakfast Club (Queens Road - seaside breakfast) | £12 |
| Resident Records / Rubbish Vintage (vinyl / vintage) | Free |
| Komedia (gig listing / daytime check) | £8 |
| Brighton Palace Pier (arcade / attractions) | £5 |
| North Laine / Sticky Mike's Frog Bar (shops / gigs) | Free |
| Green Door Store (gig / open-mic) | £8 |
| The Mesmerist (craft-beer & live acoustic) | £12 |
| The Bedford (Hove dinner / jazz) | £20 |
| Patterns (DJ set / club entry) | £10 |
| The Hope & Ruin (gig) | £10 |
| The Coal Shed (craft cocktail / dinner) | £35 |
| Train Birmingham to London (typical advance) | £30 |
| Kaffeine (brunch / coffee) | £12 |
| LN-CC (designer sportswear browsing) | Free |
| The Courtauld Gallery (visit) | £12 |
| Seven Dials Market (street food / vinyl stalls) | £12 |
| Bond Street / MatchesFashion / Smythson / Liberty (shopping) | Free |
| Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) | Free |
| V&A Courtyard Café (afternoon tea) | £7 |
| Berner's Tavern (dinner) | £45 |
| Ronnie Scott's (late jazz set - Soho revisit) | £25 |
| Swift (cocktails - Soho) | £10 |
| The Blues Kitchen (Shoreditch) (blues / DJ) | £12 |
| Pavilion Café (Victoria Park breakfast) | £8 |
| Columbia Road Flower Market (Sun) (if applicable) | Free |
| Blackwells Bookshop (Charing Cross) | £10 |
| Flat White (Soho) (coffee / pastry) | £4 |
| Heathrow Express (airport transfer typical) | £25 |
| Stanfords (maps / travel books) | £10 |
| Sister Ray Records (Soho) (vinyl / shopping) | Free |
| Brasserie Zédel (late lunch) | £18 |
| Victoria Embankment Gardens (stroll) | Free |
| Notes Coffee (Embankment) | £4 |
| The Jugged Hare (pies & ales) | £20 |
| Aqua Nueva (rooftop bar reservations) | £15 |
| Estimated Total (per person) | £2484 |