Greater Manchester was created in 1974 from the parts of Lancashire and Cheshire closest to the city of Manchester. The area covers the old Lancashire towns of Oldham, Bury, Bolton, Wigan, Rochdale, the city of Salford and the former Cheshire towns of Stockport and Altrincham. These historic towns and modern cities are built amongst rolling hills and beautiful countryside. 

As one of the UK's most famous  tourist areas, it is home  to a vast amount of activities ranging from shopping areas to stately homes. Locations include attractions such as the famous Trafford Centre to Granada TV productions. A truely major county to explore. Beautiful undiscovered countryside and towns and cities full of interest and activity. The county is your first choice for entertainment, providing a warm, friendly northern welcome. The wealth of places to visit,  the entertainment and activities will provide  plenty of choice for all types of interest.