Tucked away in the Greater Manchester borough of Stockport lies one of the region's most idyllic spots.

Just a short journey from the city centre sits the village of Marple Bridge, a tranquil riverside location with pretty stone buildings, scenic parks and a bustling high street of independent businesses.

Situated on the Hope Valley railway line, with good links to Manchester and Sheffield, its an ideal stop-off for day-trippers heading to the Peak District, or for those who fancy a stroll around, browse in the shops and a bite to eat.

The picturesque spot, situated just down the road from Marple, boasts a tree-lined valley of the River Goyt running through it, which partly explains why it was designated as a conservation area in 1974, with nearby Brabyns park incorporated in 2006.

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