Nestled in the Irwell Valley sits a former mill town boasting industrial heritage, stunning natural surroundings and an enviable high street complete with some of the best independent bars, shops and restaurants in Greater Manchester. Sitting on the edge of the West Pennine Moors, the picture-postcard town of Ramsbottom was historically in Lancashire but is now part of the Metropolitan Borough of Bury . Offering those in Manchester - and a little further afield - the chance for a tranquil day out - there's everything from picturesque walks and steam railway trips to pints and Sunday roasts in award-winning pubs to enjoy.
Just under four miles northwest of Bury and 12 miles out of Manchester, its name is said to derive from Old English and means 'valley of the ram'. A hub of activity during the Industrial Revolution on account of its many mills where weaving, spinning and printing took place, remnants of this can still be seen today - and its industrious spirit continues with its mixture of independent businesses. READ MORE: Gorgeous Greater Manchester village has a river running through it, lovely walks, great pubs and top chippy Today, it blends its traditional charm with more contemporary elements, and boasts a plethora of stop-off points, which make it an attractive proposition for day-trippers looking to soak up the charm of a town blending Victorian architecture with buzzing pubs, restaurants and community focused events.
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