The country pubs with perfect pints and spectacular views

When it comes to choosing a pub in Greater Manchester, there's certainly no shortage of options. Whether it's city centre institutions, countryside gastropubs or just your local, there’s something for everyone and every mood.

All year round we flock to our favourites, but with the arrival of warmer weather and the quick succession of bank holidays just around the corner, heading out into the countryside for a pint and some pub grub is becoming a rather appealing proposition.

So, with this in mind we've rounded up some of the best pubs in and around Greater Manchester where you soak up the views as you sink a pint - or another beverage of your choice. Even better, our selection are all within an hour of the city centre.

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Eagle & Child, Ramsbottom

You've probably heard about 'The Rammy Mile' before - the legendary beer crawl which starts at Hare & Hounds in Holcombe Brook and travels all the way to The Railway in the centre of Ramsbottom - so you'll know that you're spoilt for choice when it comes to pubs in these parts, but some of the best views along the trail can be found at The Eagle & Child.

The award-winning pub garden is a major draw, with views of the West Pennine Moors surrounding it, and features a massive tepee, which holds around 70 diners, as well as a purpose-built wood-fired pizza oven. Inside is just as impressive, with a dining area featuring a floor-to-ceiling glass extension, which provides amazing views across the valley to Holcombe Hill and Peel Tower.

3 Whalley Rd, Ramsbottom, Bury BL0 0DL

The Hare & Hounds, Werneth Low

Just less than 10 miles from Manchester city centre and sitting at the edge of Werneth Low Country Park,