Hotels 1 to 2 in Heywood, Lancashire

Birch Hotel - In 3 acres of gardens, just minutes from junction 19 of the M62 motorway and only 4.5 miles (7.2 km) from Manchester, the hotel offers free Wi-Fi, full English breakfasts and free parking. The Birch Hotel is only minutes from the M60 and 3 miles (5 km) from Bury, Rochdale and Oldham. The double-glazed en suite rooms have radios, hairdryers, telephones, trouser presses and tea/coffee. The hotel's restaurant offers fresh dishes and overlooks the gardens and the fountain. There are 3 bars, 2 function rooms and a comfortable lounge. Guests get free entry to the nearby Esporta Heath Club, which boasts good leisure facilities and a swimming pool.

Mercure Norton Grange Hotel and Spa - Only 8 miles from Manchester with convenient links to the M62, yet set in its own grounds, the hotel is in the perfect location, whether visiting for business or pleasure. Both the executive and classic bedrooms provide modern, contemporary accommodation without compromising on comfort, and have been decorated to a high standard. Whilst at the hotel, residents can enjoy complimentary use of the leisure facilities, including the 18 metre pool, outdoor hydrotherapy pool, thermal suite and technogym. In addition, there are also 6 beauty treatment rooms. The restaurant serves a modern brasserie style menu with a wide range of dishes to suit all tastes. At weekends the restaurant is sometimes used for private functions. When this is the case, there are very limited dining facilities available in the bistro area. Should you wish to dine during your stay, the hotel recommends that you contact them to check availability before your stay to avoid disappointment.