England's North Country

Head Over Heels
Head Over Heels is an amazing new concept in indoor play combining the ultimate soft play experience for children with a wholesome family restaurant and comfortable viewing areas. The award-winning restaurant is separated from the play area by a glass wall, so you can keep an eye on your kids while they enjoy the ball pool, mirror maze and fairy tale castle. The all-day menu is healthy and delicious, and all of the ingredients are sourced locally.
Where: Albany Road, Chorlton, Manchester M21 0AZ
Web:Head Over Heels (www.headoverheelsplay.co.uk/index.htm)

Simply Heathcotes
Simply Heathcotes is a great family-friendly restaurant with style. It serves great British food made with locally sourced ingredients, and children are always made very welcome. The special children's menu includes toddler's portions, and children can even order small portions from the adult's menu. A donation of 25p from every meal sold is made to children's charity Childline.
Where: Restaurants in Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds and Wrightington
Web:Simply Heathcotes (www.heathcotes.co.uk/simply/index.php)

Scalinis
Scalinis is one of the most popular family restaurants in Newcastle. Serving Mediterranean style cuisine with an Italian influence, it also offers kids menus. Children also get colouring sets to keep them busy, and some days you'll find a magician and a 6-foot bear to keep everyone entertained.
Where: 61 Osborne Road, Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 2AN
Web:Scalinis (www.scalinisjesmond.co.uk/index.htm)

The Olive Press
The Olive Press Pizzeria Bar & Grill is the perfect place for a family meal. Everyone can relax in the rustic, cosy surroundings and enjoy the delicious meals prepared with the freshest ingredients. The 'Little Olives' menu offers children's and toddler's portions, and your children will love making their own pizzas. A donation of 25p from every child's meal sold is made to children's charity Childline.
Where: Restaurants in Preston, Manchester, Warrington, Liverpool & Bolton
Web:The Olive Press (www.heathcotes.co.uk/olivepress/index.php?restaurant_id=3)