The village in a valley frozen in time that's well worth a drive from Greater Manchester

Nestled in the steep-sided Dentdale valley in the western end of the Yorkshire Dales is a tiny village which appears untouched by the passage of time. Dent features narrow, winding cobblestone streets lined with white-washed stone cottages.

With just a couple of pubs, a tea room and a village store, it’s a tranquil place where you can escape the hustle and bustle of modern life. Dent feels like a slice of history - there’s hardly any street lamps and you won’t find it heaving with cars.

The village is surrounded by the stunning landscape of the Yorkshire Dales and glimpses of the green hillsides can be seen between the rows of cottages. Historically Dent belonged in the West Riding of Yorkshire, but today it’s located in Cumbria.

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Although not as well known as other destinations in the Dales, Dent is a hidden gem which is well-worth a visit. It has several holiday cottages and B&Bs, making it the perfect base to explore the local area and there are dozens of walks you can do on its doorstep. The village is around a two hour drive from Greater Manchester, so it's ideal for a weekend trip away.

The Dales Way passes by Dent, while the mountain peaks of Calf Top, Aye Gill Pike and Great Coum are all a stone’s throw away from the village. Even if you don’t want to venture far, you can still enjoy Dent’s picturesque old buildings with a wander around the village.

Among the village’s charming buildings is the Dent Village Heritage Centre & Museum, which documents the history of the area. One of the quirkiest aspects of Dent was that it was once known for its “Terrible Knitters”.

The name is misleading as there was nothing terrible