The Greater Manchester parkland walk with amazing views on a frosty day

With leaves crunching under foot and frost glistening in the low winter sun, there’s something magical about a walk on a crisp, cold day. This week Greater Manchester is waking up to frosty scenes as temperatures plummet across the country.

The distinct chill in the air means winter is upon us and according to the Met Office, it’s going to get even colder over the coming days, with the mercury only expected to rise to 3C on Friday. But the cold spell is also bringing plenty of sunshine with it, and as the days continue to shorten it makes sense to make the most of it while we can.

So grab your big coat, scarf, hat, gloves - heck, all the layers you can manage - and venture out on a walk. There’s lots of places across Greater Manchester which are beautiful when it’s frosty, yet there’s one location which is perfect for taking in wintry views.

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Nestled between Rochdale and Oldham, Tandle Hill Country Park covers an area of around 48 hectares. It’s Oldham’s oldest country park and features a mix of woodland and grassland.

But what sets it apart is the panoramic views its has to offer. From the viewpoint you can see across Manchester, Oldham and Rochdale, taking in distant, glittering skyscrapers and rolling green hills.

The views of the city are especially impressive when there’s a low-lying mist on a cold winter’s day. On a clear day you can even see as far as Cheshire and North Wales.

There are benches at the top so you can sit back and soak up the scenery. It’s a lovely spot to enjoy a peaceful moment and worth bringing a flask along so you can warm up with