The stunning walk near Greater Manchester named the best to do this bank holiday

May’s first bank holiday weekend is upon us and we’ve been spoiled so far with decent weather, looking ahead it's set to continue for bank holiday Monday. With that in mind it’s a good idea to make the most of it with a beautiful walk in the countryside.

According to a new study, the best walking route in the UK to explore this May bank holiday weekend is within easy reach of Greater Manchester. Mam Tor in the Peak District was named the number one walk in the country, beating the likes of the Wales Coastal Path and the Teignmouth to Dawlish Warren Railway Walk in the South Coast.

The list, compiled by Nationwide Vehicle Contracts, looked at walks across the country which are the easiest to travel to by cars with parking spots. There is a National Trust car park at Mam Tor, called Mam Nick (S33 8WA) which is free for National Trust members, although non-members will need to pay.

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Researchers said: “A popular hike in the Peak District is the Mam Tor circular walk. The 5.2 mile walk shares amazing scenery and with 517m of elevation it’s suitable for families and even dogs.National Trust members can park at the Mam Tor car park for free, but be mindful it’s a popular walk so it’s best to arrive early to secure a parking spot.”

The Wales Coastal Path came second on the list - obviously you can’t attempt the whole 870 miles of it, but it’s easy to pick a section and park nearby. The route is full of “breathtaking sights” and even the odd “goat along the way”.

Coming in third place is another Welsh walk. The Pyg Track in Snowdonia ranked third thanks to its “panoramic views, and plenty of facilities including cafes and public toilets.”

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