A stunning walk with spectacular views of Greater…

A stunning walk with spectacular views of Greater Manchester to try this weekend

Greater Manchester is blessed with many beautiful countryside walks. And now that summer is well and truly underway, it's worth making the most of these unique destinations.

One of these treks is based at the edge of the Peak District in Saddleworth - and it offers spectacular views of Greater Manchester from its peak, if you're lucky enough to visit on a clear day. Dubbed the Pots and Pans walk, you'll be able to visit the obelisk at the top of the hill, above Uppermill and Greenfield.

The monument was built in 1923 to honour the 259 people from the surrounding villages of who died during the first World War. It's location was intentional so that it can be seen from most of Saddleworth.

Every November on Remembrance Sunday, locals gather around the cenotaph for a special service and to pay their respects to those who have died in conflicts. Many believe the name 'Pots and Pans' comes from the war memorial - but other reports claim that it's actually the name of the huge rock that's perched on top of Aldermans Hill.

The name was inspired by the large dents found at the top of the hill, which look like indentations of pots and pans on a worktop. According to the folks from Pots and Pans cottage, the marks were 'worn into the millstone grit over millions of years by the Saddleworth weather.'

Others believe the boulders you can see scattered around Uppermill and Greenfield are the remnants of a clash between two giants, Alphin and Alder. The pair fought for the affections of a water nymph called Rimon, who inhabited Chew Brook in the valley below.

According to Pots and Pans Cottage: "Alphin lost, (he is buried near Giants Rock on Greenfield Moor), and Rimon, distraught, threw herself to her death from the top of the hill. The Pots and Pans Stone is one of the reminders of that ferocious battle." How lovely.

Whether you want to witness the breath-taking views or learn more about the legends that steep the hills, Walking Britain recommends a 4.5 miles (7.3 km) route starting at Saddleworth Church, Uppermill, Oldham OL3 6LP. On-street parking can be found there, too.

The walk takes you via streams and many of the boulders strewn across the hills, offering views over Dove Stone, Yeoman Hey and Greenfield Reservoirs - as well as views of stretching into the centre of Manchester. See the route in full here.

Walking Britain grades this route as 'easy to moderate' and predicts it should take around three hours to complete - but bear in mind that everyone is different, and be sure to factor in your own abilities - as well as recent weather conditions - before heading out.

Note: Always plan your route ahead of travel. Be sure to wear appropriate walking clothes and carry appropriate equipment.

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