The view across to the Langdale pikes is spectacular, and at certain times it’s not unusual to have the place to yourself.

Bolton Abbey is one of the most fulsomely preserved English monasteries and sits as Wordsworth wrote “along the banks of crystal Wharf”. A touch northwards is a shallow beach, which is a wonderful spot for families to play and take a dip.

Black Moss Pot in the Langstrath Valley is a wild swimming hotspot, where brave souls can safely leap into the water.

Wild swimmers from all around congregate by the River Wharfe – the first river in the country to be declared a designated bathing site.

A rural studio at Riccall near the stunning Skipwith Common Nature Reserve, south of York. Home to workshops by Silver & Stone Jewellery.

Small but perfectly formed restaurant, specialising in authentic Japanese cuisine.

Prince’s Park lies at the centre of Irlam and offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities for people of all ages to enjoy.

A public library in the centre of the wonderful market town of Altrincham.

Burrs Country Park lies on the River Irwell covering an area of 36 hectares of scenic countryside, one mile northwest of Bury town centre.

Phillips park is was one of the first municipal parks in the UK. It has a combination of woodland, fields and is home to extensive wildlife.

St. Margaret’s Church is a Christian community that prides itself on being dynamic, creative, inclusive and supportive.

The East Lancashire Railway has six stops, all of which offer plenty of things to see and do, in beautiful surroundings.