For many high streets in Greater Manchester, regular outdoor markets are becoming a thing of the past. Luckily, there are some beautiful historic market towns within an hour’s drive of the city that are keeping this British tradition alive.
You don’t have to venture very far into the neighbouring counties to find a thriving market town, perfect for a day trip or staycation – from mediaeval Skipton in West Yorkshire to the Peak District spa town of Buxton.
In celebration of English Tourism Week 2023 which runs from 17-26 March, we’ve chosen nine historic market towns near Greater Manchester.
In celebration of English Tourism Week 2023 which runs from 17-26 March, we’ve chosen nine historic market towns near Greater Manchester.