Pictures of Greater Manchester

About the county of Greater Manchester

The County of Greater Manchester was created from Manchester and also parts of Cheshire and Lancashire in 1974. Made up of ten boroughs, Greater Manchester is situated in the North-West of England. The 1800's saw the opening of the Bridgewater Canal, the first entirely man-made canal in Britain. There are many picturesque country trails and parks to explore throughout this beautiful county. The City of Manchester has many interesting places to visit including, Manchester Cathedral, The Imperial War Museum and Manchester Art Gallery. Manchester is also well known for its famous football club, Manchester United. Local towns include Bolton, Oldham and Rochdale, all well worth a visit.

Recommended Towns & Villages to visit in Greater Manchester

Bramhall (8 Pictures)

in the county of Greater Manchester

Set in an area where Cotton was once king, midst the towns of Manchester and the quiet rolling acres of sprawling Cheshire countryside, lies the little town of Bramhall whose most famous feature is Bramall Hall...

Manchester (227 Pictures)

a Historic City in the county of Greater Manchester

A thriving truly cosmopolitan city with a great mixture of new and old. The capital of the north..

Marple Bridge (17 Pictures)

a Picturesque Village in the county of Greater Manchester

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Recommended Attractions to visit in Greater Manchester

Imperial War Museum North (1 Pictures)

Opened at The Quays in Trafford Park, Manchester in July 2002 and created to give northern audiences access to the national.....

Manchester Art Gallery (1 Pictures)

Manchester Art Gallery houses one of the UK's finest art collections in spectacular surroundings. The Gallery has recently.....

Pots and Pans (9 Pictures)

The 'Pots and Pans', also known as 'The Druid Stones' are natural rock formations above the village of Greenfield, and are.....

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Pretty villages & historic towns to visit near Manchester, England
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My Village of Abram
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