With its rugged stone cottages, handsome old pubs, jaw-dropping countryside and a butchers which sells pork pies to die for, there really is not much to not like about the village of Greenfield. But living in such an attractive place has its drawbacks.
Dovestones reservoir, one of the most popular beauty spots in Greater Manchester, is just up the road. And, as the Manchester Evening News reports, on weekends and during the school holidays it gets absolutely rammed, especially if the sun is shining.
It's easy to see why. Dovestones is within easy driving distance of the towns and cities of Greater Manchester and West Yorkshire. There's a flat, gentle walk around the reservoir which is perfect for families, but it can also be used as the starting point for many a more challenging hike around the Saddleworth moors. And since covid lots of people have found or rediscovered the joys of the great outdoors.
