On the border of Greater Manchester lies the charming chocolate box village of Hawkshaw. With a population of just 1,000 people, the isolated village can be found nestled between Bury and Bolton.
Surrounded by stunning countryside, the area is a known a hotspot for walking enthusiasts. Quaint terrace homes and pretty cottages still line the streets – with some standing unaltered for more than 200 years.
And while the village feels secluded, it's still home to a number of handy amenities. READ MORE:The Greater Manchester street so haunted you had to sign a WAIVER to move there Hawkshaw has a primary school, a “cracking” village store, a church, a tennis club and two pubs.
But how do residents find life in one of Greater Manchester's most picturesque spots? “It’s unique; everything about it is lovely,” John Cummins, joint-owner of Hawkshaw Village Store, told the Manchester Evening News. “It’s the people and there are great walks.
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