Five Greater Manchester pubs with wonderful waterside views

Ian Brown famously said 'Manchester has everything except a beach' - though that will change with the arrival of the £250m Therme water park in a couple of years time.

Regardless, something we have by the boatload is rivers, lakes and canals - which means a post-work pint and an al fresco meal is always within easy reach. Whether its city centre canals or suburban lakes, there's a number of great waterside locations where you can sit back, relax and enjoy the sunshine - when it makes an appearance.

With the good weather finally showing up, we've picked out some of the best for you to bookmark - stretching all the way from the city centre to Hollingworth Lake. Ensuring we make hay while the suns shines, we've also rounded up 10 excellent places in Manchester for a sunny post-work pint, and the best rooftop bars.

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The Wine Press, Hollingworth Lake

Ok, so more of a upmarket restaurant than a pub, but a round-up of Manchester's best waterside spots wouldn't be complete without a mention for The Wine Press. Overlooking Hollingworth Lake - a perfect spot for a weekend stroll - this lakeside inn is a great pitstop to stop and refuel.

Serving a mix of traditional and modern British dishes in a idyllic lakeside setting, the restaurant is kitted out with a number of picnic tables outside, so grab yourself one - before someone else does - and tuck into a Ploughman's Lunch, a seasonal salad or bloomer sandwhich.

93 Hollingworth Rd, Littleborough OL15 0AZ

King's Ransom, Sale

Known for its lively atmosphere and evening entertainment, the King's Ransom, with its floating barge-style beer garden is a popular south Manchester spot for getting the beers in.