Greater Manchester

This guide features ten family-friendly and easy-paced short walks within Greater Manchester, England. Situated in the city centre, green spaces, and urban fringes, with stunning views and diverse landscapes. Walks cover historic architecture, rejuvenated Salford Quays, and waterscapes of The Flashes. Explore Pennine views from Turton Tower, the Irwell valley, and lakeside cafes at Hollingworth. Routes at Dove Stone Reservoir and Etherow Country Park offer a taste of the Peak District. Discover Dunham Massey's deer park and nature reserve trails at Sale Water Park.

Greater Manchester Short Walks Made Easy includes:
-10 Accessible Walks: Suitable for the whole family.
-Conveniently Short Routes: Walks range from 1 to 4 miles, designed to be completed within a couple of hours and suitable for all year round. Perfect for families, casual walkers, or anyone short on time.
-Easy Planning: Each walk features an information panel with details on distance, estimated time, parking, public toilets, nearby cafes and pubs, public transport options, terrain and recommended footwear.
-Clear and Reliable Mapping: Routes include simplified large-scale mapping for ultra-clear route finding and confidence along the way.
-Numbered Points: Link maps to route descriptions, walk profiles, and photographs for each point, ensuring you know exactly where you're going.
-Enriched Walks: Captivating stories behind the walks and Nature Notes on local wildlife and plant species enhance your experience by highlighting what to look out for and learn about along the way.