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Zara Whelan

The gorgeous woodland holiday resort just 13 miles from Manchester city centre

Tucked away on the very edge of the Greater Manchester border, you'll discover a hidden holiday park that looks like a Scandinavian resort.

There are incredible beautiful views, with luxury pine lodges dotted between the trees.

This woodland paradise is unbelievably little more than 10 miles out from central Manchester.

Dovestone Holiday Park is located on the outskirts of the Peak District National Park - and is a stark contrast to the metropolitan hub just down the road.

Just a stone's throw from Oldham (so close you could probably walk if you wanted to), it's perfectly located in the picturesque village of Greenfield and surrounded by spectacular scenery and sprawling hillsides.

The holiday park is nestled at the foot of the Peak District and boasts phenomenal views and tranquil surroundings (Dovestone Holiday Park | Facebook)

Whether a romantic weekend away is on the cards, or you have plans to get the family out and about in the great outdoors, it proves you really don't need to travel far to retreat to the country.

With easy access to some of the most beautiful towns and villages - lined with pretty stone cottages and home to some of the finest countryside pubs quaint shops and restaurants - it's like stepping out of the city and into the quiet life.

The Scandinavian style beautyspot is just four miles out of the centre of Oldham (Dovestone Holiday Park | Facebook)

Nestled at the foot of the Peak District, it's also ramblers paradise, with direct access to some of the most beautiful landscapes in the country.

Just three miles from the Pennine Way, and in close range of some popular walking routes, the holiday park is the perfect base for exploring the best of the Peaks.

From the undulating moorlands to striking natural peaks offering amazing views out across the countryside, it's almost unbelievable that you're so close to a major city.

Dovestone Holiday Park is the perfect base for escaping and exploring the countryside (Dovestone Holiday Park | Facebook)

Close to the imposing Kinder Scout, the walkers hub of Edale, and the ancient landscapes of the National Trust's Marsden Moor,

And just minutes from a stunning trio of reservoirs - Dovestone, Yeoman Hey and Chew - perfect for sailing, windsurfing, fishing or even just a peaceful stroll along the waters edge.

And when it's time to call it a day, guests can return to their own spa lodge and enjoy a glass of bubbly under the stars from their own private hot tub, with views out across the moorland.

Or retire to one of the luxury lakeside glamping pods which boast uninterrupted panoramas of the tranquil waters.

You can check availability, book a getaway and even take a virtual tour on their official website.

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