The lost and abandoned 'ghost villages' around Greater Manchester

On the outskirts of Greater Manchester, there are several lost and abandoned villages and hamlets that were once home to thriving communities for hundreds of years. Some of these forgotten settlements were deserted voluntarily, while others were forced out in the name of progress.

Sometimes referred to as 'ghost' or 'abandoned' villages, these desolate places can still bear the visible remnants of buildings and roads, serving as a stark reminder of their past existence. The demise of traditional industries that sustained these communities is often the cause of their abandonment.

In the scenic areas around Greater Manchester, the construction of reservoirs has been another significant factor leading to the disappearance of communities and villages. These instances have often been the most controversial, and historically, painful - with residents witnessing the demolition of their homes, churches, and streets - tearing apart close traditional communities.

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Looking back at some of these lost and abandoned villages, we've delved into the reason why they became so and what stands now in their place. The ones listed below aren't a complete list, so any you feel we should cover in the future, let us know in the comments.

When the conditions are right, the remains of a village lost to supply Manchester with water reappears. During particular hot spells, the 'drowned' village of Mardale Green surfaces from its watery grave like 'Atlantis.'

In the 1930s, the picturesque Cumbrian villages of Mardale Green and