The Greater Manchester hiking route named among best winter walks in UK

A hiking trail on the edge of Greater Manchester has been named among the best winter walks in the UK. The Trinnacle Trail on the outskirts of Oldham has been included in a list of five stunning winter hikes, with routes in the Lake District and Snowdonia also making the cut.

The list was compiled by experts at outdoor retailer Blacks to inspire those who are planning to kickstart their new year with healthy habits. From stunning mountain trails to hidden waterfalls, all the walks featured in the list are spectacular to see during the winter months.

Located on the north-western edge of the Peak District, the route snakes around the Yeoman Hey and Greenfield Reservoirs, and of course, features the impressive Trinnacle, a three-pronged rock formation which overlooks the Greenfield Valley. The trail is a 7.9km circular route, which takes around three to four hours to complete.

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Landscape photographer Joe Dambra told Blacks: “The Trinnacle has got to be one of my favourite places to go for a winter hike. Nestled above Greenfield Reservoir, this fantastic rock formation with a view is certainly worth visiting.”

The route starts from the Binn Green Car park and goes past Greenfield Reservoir before rising up via the brook onto the moors. From here the trail then takes you to the Trinnacle itself, from here you can then loop back round to the start.

Joe added: “The scenery around here is spectacular, especially when you reach the top. The walk itself is quite easy, bar the climb up the brook (particularly in the snow). There are great vistas to enjoy the whole way there; however, the view from the Trinnacle itself is my absolute