Greater Manchester walks

Absolute belter of a walk around 3 reservoirs with views from the top of Saddleworth moor, climbing down a cascading waterfall, all utterly stunning.

This Peak District walk offers a relatively easy way to enjoy the moors and views above Uppermill in Oldham. The route includes a visit to the Obelisk above Uppermill.

Along the Goyt to a historic half-timbered farmhouse, returning via the Peak Forest Canal and Chadkirk.

This walk visits the three large reservoirs and an area of moorland to the north of Bolton.

A rewarding walk along varied waterways, featuring historic buildings and striking canal architecture.

Pleasant farmland walking with a pretty interlude along a wooded stream valley.

A longer walk featuring a scenic valley and a stiff climb to a fine moorland viewpoint.

Descend through flowery pastures and then circumnavigate a scenic wooded reservoir.

This area sees few walkers yet there is much of interest and grand views.

Canal towpath and riverside walking in a wildlife-rich rural oasis, including a local nature reserve.

Starting from Orrell Waterpark then follows lower slopes of Billinge Hill before ascending to Winstanley College and back to the waterpark. Good views over Mersey, Winter Hill and Cheshire hills.

Circular walk from Woodford Church passing by woods and fields.

An easy flat walk going clockwise around the lake. Start/finish at the woodland car park with cafe and toilets. The Pavilion Cafe is halfway round. Pubs and other shops near the rowing club boathouse.

Great easy walk around Dove Stone reservoir. Can be busy during summer holiday. Dog Friendly.

6m mile circular route starting from Shevington crossing Mill Brook into Elnup Wood, From here the route makes its way via Standish Park to cross Mill Brook and M6 motorway onto Shevington Vale. Having made its way around the vale the route heads back to start over Gathurst Golf course.

Circular Walk starting from sports ground in Crook then North onto Birley Pond, Birley & Elnup Woods exiting over Mill Brook to gently ascend to Birch Walk. The route then follows the boundary of Standish Park before heading back to start via Giants Hall Farm and Standish Wood Lane. Good views of Beacon Park and Winter Hill ridges from high points.

A taste of heather moorland as you climb to the local trig-point, with wide views over Manchester.

An easy stroll round a nearby hill, with wide views over Manchester and the Dark Peak.

Superb views, bird-rich lakes, historic buildings and a bracing climb to a hilltop cross amid gritstone quarries.

Visit the intriguing ridge-top church of St Thomas the Apostle, and explore the stream-side village of Mellor.

Fine views, attractive stone-built hamlets and a pleasant stream-side interlude.

The Mellor March starts from the Royal Oak on Longhurst Lane, Mellor. The walk takes you from the village pub (The Royal Oak) up to Mellor Church, where on a clear day you can see as far as North Wales, the Cheshire Plain, Liverpool and all the surrounding countryside.

The original march. Just beautiful in so many ways. The Mellor March starts from the Royal Oak on Longhurst Lane, Mellor. The walk takes you from the village pub (The Royal Oak) up to Mellor Church, where on a clear day you can see as far as North Wales, the Cheshire Plain, Liverpool and all the surrounding countryside.

The Mellor March starts from the Royal Oak on Longhurst Lane, Mellor. The walk takes you from the village pub (The Royal Oak) up to Mellor Church, where on a clear day you can see as far as North Wales, the Cheshire Plain, Liverpool and all the surrounding countryside.

Varied walking in the Goyt valley, plus a visit to Mellor Cross, with views to Kinder Scout and the Cheshire Plain.

Featuring a peaceful stretch of the Peak Forest Canal and the historic ‘Roman Bridge’ over the River Goyt.

Visit the intriguing ridge-top church of St Thomas the Apostle, and explore the stream-side village of Mellor.

A rewarding walk along varied waterways, featuring historic buildings and striking canal architecture.

A level walk full of interest, visiting a historic chapel, a holy well and a stretch of the River Goyt.

A short city-centre walking tour from a historic alehouse, featuring a mix of well-known landmarks and lesser curiosities.

Follow the Trans-Pennine Trail to a popular local landmark with extensive views.

Wide views, interesting corners, and a quiet stretch of canal towpath with a spooky tunnel.

A contouring farmland stroll with wide views over Bolton to Winter Hill.

A short half day walk on old cobbled track through nature reserve and park. Initial gradual uphill section on unmade track, taking you to Stalybridge centre, to come back through nature reserve and park.

Superb views, bird-rich lakes, historic buildings and a bracing climb to a hilltop cross amid gritstone quarries.

Fine views, attractive stone-built hamlets and a pleasant stream-side interlude.

Visit the intriguing ridge-top church of St Thomas the Apostle, and explore the stream-side village of Mellor.

The walk takes you from the village pub (The Royal Oak) up to Mellor Church, where on a clear day you can see as far as North Wales, the Cheshire Plain, Liverpool and all the surrounding countryside.

The walk takes you from the village pub (The Royal Oak) up to Mellor Church, where on a clear day you can see as far as North Wales, the Cheshire Plain, Liverpool and all the surrounding countryside.

The walk takes you from the village pub (The Royal Oak) up to Mellor Church, where on a clear day you can see as far as North Wales, the Cheshire Plain, Liverpool and all the surrounding countryside.

Featuring a peaceful stretch of the Peak Forest Canal and the historic ‘Roman Bridge’ over the River Goyt.

Visit the intriguing ridge-top church of St Thomas the Apostle, and explore the stream-side village of Mellor.

A level walk full of interest, visiting a historic chapel, a holy well and a stretch of the River Goyt.

Lyme Park is administered by the National Trust. The grounds are free to enter on foot, but a fee must be paid to enter the house.

Sample both the Macclesfield and Peak Forest Canals, returning via Disley Golf Course.

A surprisingly varied route visiting a former industrial site now converted to a popular nature reserve, and sampling both the Macclesfield Canal and Middlewood Way.

7 mile circular walk starting from Potters Wood Gathurst, joining Leeds Liverpool Canal before ascending to Bank Top then via Dean Brook back to start.

This short walk begins at Yew Tree Farm at the end of Bolshaw Road. Follow the path through Styal Golf Course and cross the railway bridge towards Beech Farm.

This a pleasant little walk and sadly part of it is disappearing under concrete. Manchester Airport have developed on either side of Sunbank Lane. There was a petition to stop it but sadly it failed. There are some before and after pictures on the slideshow.

Walk starts from Hindley Mill Lane and follows anticlockwise circular route via Borsdane Wood, Pennington Green, Kirkless Wood and Hindley Hall.