Rubicund

You could have taken a steam train from Bury to Ramsbottom on the East Lancashire Railway. However, apart from lunch somewhere, I'm not sure that there's much to do in Rammy.

dfourh

I'm sorry the black pudding didn't hit the spot. My German background has me love blutwurst and kishka, along with boudin noir down in Provence and Cajun country - - and I think Bury black pudding beats them all, with its dry subtle earthy flavor.

I liked the Bury market because it is big and rambling, with all kinds of vintage touches in the signs and products, plus there are meats cooked up fresh - - but I love big classic markets in general.

The Bury Transport museum is cool too. The tram ride is nice from the city. Bury is a fun day out from Manchester, I think, despite the remonstrations. Good chippie shops too.