Five sights worth seeing for drivers in Manchester

5 sights worth seeing for drivers in Manchester.

New to Manchester? Here for the holidays? Or always lived here but never known of these amazing paths your car can take?

Here are five iconic sights worth seeing while you’re driving in Manchester.

Haslington Halo – Considering its large size you would never believe that the
Haslingden Halo is a hidden gem. In the daytime it’s pretty inconspicuous and looks
like an alien spaceship but in the dark, it lights up this wonderful blue colour and is
definitely a bright sight to see! We’d recommend this view (which is about an hour’s
North drive from Manchester) for our local sci-fi lovers.

Distance from Manchester: 17.6 Miles.

Hebden Bridge – Hebden bridge is a 52-minute drive away from Manchester and it’s
a quaint town with lots to see for our nature lovers. There are a lot of beautiful walks
and hikes you can take no matter the season! This location is one you can’t miss
while you’re in Manchester. If you’re already from Manchester and haven’t driven to
Hebden Bridge yet, you’re truly missing out!

Distance from Manchester: 27 Miles.

Peak District – One of Britain’s most renowned nature location found about an hours’
drive south of Manchester. It’s full of mountains and hills perfect for hikers. The
sights you see at peak district are worth the huff and puff but for those who want to
avoid the huff and puff or aren’t physically able to climb the Peaks, there are also
sensational, scenic routes to drive!

Snake Pass – Snake Pass is a hill pass on the Derbyshire side of Peak District. The
entire drive through Snake Pass is about half an hour. The pass used to be a main
part of the route between Manchester and Sheffield! This pass is so great to drive
through that it has been recognised by Autotrader as one of the best scenic routes in
the north.

Distance from Manchester: 15 Miles.

Winnats pass – Our hill pass enjoying drivers will be pleased to know that Winnats
Pass is another hill pass with a limescale gorge; making it Site of Special Scientific
Interest (SSSI). It’s also located on the Derbyshire side of Peak District and leads
people to Castleton village. The route itself offers more than just a car ride should
the driver want to explore caves, hikes or the village itself.

Distance from Manchester: 28 Miles.

Cat ‘n’ Fiddle Road – For the risk-taking drivers, Cat ‘n’ Fiddle Road is definitely
worth the risk! Sharp turns and wild winds on every corner make this drive as equallythrilling as it is daring. This road is definitely not for the faint-hearted and drivers
should take external factors such as the weather, road conditions and vehicle conditions into consideration.

Distance from Manchester: 26 Miles.

Hollingworth Lake – A beautiful sunny day, a car and Hollingworth Lake make a
perfect day out for families, friend groups and couples as many activities are
available for all ages. This park boasts a nature reserve for wildlife lovers, water
sports for the adventurous folks and a scenic walk around the lake for all. A drive
from Manchester to Hollingworth Lake – which is located in Rochdale, Northeast of
Manchester – is around an hour and it’s worth every minute!

Distance from Manchester: 17 Miles

Holmes Chapel to Alderley Edge – This is an 18-minute drive through; however,
there are many stops in between: from Holmes Chapel to Dane river valley,
Twemlow Viaduct, Jodrell Bank, Withington Green, Farm Wood Quarry and finally,
Alderley Edge. Alderley Edge in itself is a village and a parish half an hour’s drive
south of Manchester.

Distance from Manchester: 12 Miles.

So, which of these wonderful locations are going on your bucket list? Let us know via
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