The stunning Greater Manchester canal walk perfect for New Year’s Day

manchestereveningnews.co.uk:

There’s no better way to start the New Year than with a bracing walk outside. The crisp, fresh air blows away the old cobwebs and any hangovers from the celebrations of the night before.

A walk beside the water is one way to leave you feeling refreshed, and restore a sense of calm as we head into 2025. Greater Manchester has no shortage of lakes, canals and rivers to choose from, all offering relaxing strolls with waterside views.

One of the most scenic stretches of canal is at Marple Locks in Stockport. It looks particularly stunning on a crisp winter’s day when the water is frozen after a heavy frost.

The area has a walk to suit every length and ability; you can keep things simple with a relaxed wander around Brabyns Park, which is nestled between the River Goyt and the Peak Forest Canal; or you can follow the canal from Marple all the way to Bugsworth Basin in Buxworth.