Pretty villages with stone buildings and scenic countryside views are dotted about in and around our region. A quick glance at stunning photos online could easily persuade you to leave city life behind and move further out from Manchester’s centre for a more peaceful way of life.
Properties there usually come with more space and period charm, though it can also mean a higher price tag. But while the Greater Manchester average house price is currently £242,000, according to Rightmove, properties come up cheaper in a little picturesque village near Wigan.
On the border of Greater Manchester and West Lancashire, rural Appley Bridge is surrounded by open plains and woodland. It boasts canalside views and local beauty spots, including Fairy Glen.
