Five of the best waterside walks in Greater Manchester for a sunny day
25.05.2023 - 05:53
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There’s nothing quite like being by the water when the sun’s out. Despite the fact Manchester doesn’t have a beach - as the famous Ian Brown quote goes - we do have more than our fair share of canals, reservoirs and rivers.
Throughout Greater Manchester there are beautiful waterside walks, each one offering something a bit different. You can take your pick from huge reservoirs nestled in moorland to rivers flowers through woodland.
Going for a walk beside the water is a great way to boost your mood and and helps you to unwind. Water is known for having a calming effect, whether it's listening to the sound of babbling brook or watching the sun’s rays glistening on the surface of the water.
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As the weather warms up this week, we've rounded up some of the best waterside walks you can do in Greater Manchester...
Tucked beside the River Mersey in South Manchester is Chorlton Water Park. It’s a nature reserve with a lake at the centre, surrounded by grasslands and woodlands.
It’s a beautiful spot for a relaxed stroll, with a path circling around the lake. For a longer walk you can follow the River Mersey from Chorlton Water Park to Sale Water Park.
For a waterside walk with stunning views of Greater Manchester, head to Greenbooth reservoir, a 15 minute drive from the centre of Rochdale. Its surrounded by green hills and rugged moorland and on a clear day you can see for miles.
It’s actually one of four linked reservoirs, the others are Naden Higher, Naden Middle and Naden Lower. There are paths you can follow around Greenbooth and the other three reservoirs if you want to extend your walk.
Located just outside of Leigh, Pennington Flash is a country park