Best dog walks in Greater Manchester for National Dog Walking Day

Greater Manchester has some pretty amazing parks and green spaces where people can go to exercise, relax and unwind. But it’s not just people who love to visit them - dogs love them too.

From bounding springer spaniels to tiny chihuahuas, you’ll spot dogs of all shapes and sizes running around, bringing joy to both their owners and passersby - let’s be honest, we all enjoy meeting a dog when we’re out for a walk.

In honour of National Dog Walking Day on February 22 we’ve rounded up some of the best walks you can do with your four-legged friends in Greater Manchester. If you have any more recommendations, let us know in the comments section below.

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If you’re looking for an alternative place to Heaton Park to walk your dog then Philips Park in Prestwich is worth checking out. It offers a mixture of woodland areas and grassy fields, nestled just inside the M60.

There are lots of trails for you and your dog to explore. The River Irwell flows beside the park if you want some riverside views - look out for the impressive listed viaducts.

For those who live in the city centre, New Islington Marina is the go-to spot to take your pooch. It’s an oasis of calm with a boardwalk circling the edge of the marina, overlooking the colourful barges moored up there.

If your dog is up for socialising then you’re nearly always guaranteed to bump into a fellow four-legged friend around here. There are some grassy areas with wooden benches, too, where dogs can play.

Located south of the city, Platt Fields Park is a scenic place to walk your dog. At the centre of this Edwardian park is a stunning boating lake.

Your dog will love the large,