A pub in Oldham has just been named the best in Greater Manchester by the UK beer authority CAMRA (The Campaign For Real Ale), leaving its landlords absolutely overjoyed.
Describing the achievement as “amazing”, owners shared the news with followers on Facebook as they wrote: “Just been announced by CAMRA. The Fox and Pine has been voted Greater Manchester Pub of the Year. Now into the National Competition against 16 other pubs around the UK.”
If the pub makes it into the next stage, it could be crowned the best in the whole of the UK in what is undoubtedly a coup for Oldham’s local pub scene.
John Duffin, Rochdale, Oldham and Bury CAMRA’s Branch Secretary, told the Oldham Chronicle: “I’m delighted for Chris, Michelle and the team on their victory in what is usually an extremely close vote.
“Winning the ROB Pub of the Year is difficult enough.
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“Personally I have participated in local and regional judging for several years and know the competition they are up against.
“It is testament to Chris and Michelle’s hard work and experience to be judged the best pub in Greater Manchester.”
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Proud landlord Chris Riley told the paper it was a ‘great honour’ to be granted the award.
“Michelle and I are delighted to be recognised for our hard work,” he told the Chronicle.
“But it’s not just us. We’ve great staff and a lovely customer base.
Reopened in 2021, the pub marks a new addition to the town centre’s previously sparse real ale scene with ten hand pumps serving various styles of beer.
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There is always one style of dark beer to be found here, alongside various pales, IPAs, ciders and more.
Featured image – The Fox and Pine
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10 hot properties for sale in Greater Manchester | May 2024
Emily Sergeant
Every month, we show you some of the hottest properties currently on the market in Greater Manchester.
It’s safe to say that Mancunians love a good nosey around other peoples’ houses, and after all, Greater Manchester is a brilliant place to live.
But what can your money currently get you in the area?
In our monthly Hot Property series, we scour the internet to find 10 more of the most diverse, jaw-dropping, accessible, and beautifully-presented homes currently on the market in Greater Manchester for you to take a look at.
Forming part of a private gated development in Bromley Cross – which is one of Bolton’s most highly-sought-after residential areas, and enjoys convenient links to a wide range of amenities, good schools, and transport links across Greater Manchester – is this four-bedroom townhouse that’s presented to the highest of standards throughout.
Built in 2004, but having undergone a full refurbishment by the current owners back in 2018, the property is now immaculately presented with accommodations arranged over three floors.
Internally, some of the property’s stand-out features include the modern fitted kitchen, four spacious bedrooms, and the loft conversion, while externally, it boasts a South-facing rear garden and convenient allocated off-road parking facilities.
The property is currently on the market with the Bury-based branch of local estate agents WeLocate for £325,000.
Jersey Street, Ancoats, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M4
Reside
Murrays’ Mills / Credit: Reside
Duplex Apartment | x3 Bedrooms | x2 Bathrooms
Situated within one of Manchester’s most historic and award-winning developments in the heart of Ancoats, with exceptionally convenient links all of the restaurants, cafes, shops, and public transport options the city centre has to offer, is this exceptional three-bedroom duplex apartment in the prestigious Murrays’ Mills.
Murrays’ Mills hails from the industrial revolution era, but the entire complex has been restored to return the mill to its former glory, and estate agents say it now delivers “cutting-edge standards of new build development”.
This duplex apartment features an impressive open-plan living and kitchen area, and three generous double bedrooms.
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Externally, secure allocated parking is also included with the property.
Murrays’ Mills / Credit: Reside
The property is currently on the market with the Manchester city centre-based property company Reside for £825,000.
Nestled in a tranquil location, and conveniently-positioned near to countless local amenities, schooling options, and transport links across Greater Manchester and beyond, is this stunning two-bedroom detached bungalow that occupies a prime position on a popular road in the sought-after Salford suburb of Worsley.
Estate agents say the property offers a “serene retreat” for those seeking a place to call home.
Having been modernised to a high standard throughout by the current owners, some of the property’s stand-out accommodation features include spacious reception rooms, a fully-fitted kitchen, and a converted loft room.
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Externally, there’s lawned gardens to the front and the rear of the property, as well as a garage and off-road driveway parking for several vehicles.
Parsonage Road / Credit: Irlam Estates
The property is currently on the market with Irlam-based independent estate agents Irlam Estates for a Guide Price of £425,000.
In the market for a family home that’s been finished to an impeccable standard with attention to detail throughout?
This stunning semi in Swinley could be just what you’re looking for
Situated on a popular road in one of Wigan’s most sought-after residential areas, thanks to being a within walking distance of the town centre, good local schools, public transport links, and even Mesnes Park all at the same time, this three-bedroom property has been skilfully-extended and renovated by the current owners to offer a flowing floor plan with “quality touches at every turn”, making it ready for growing families of all sizes to move straight in to.
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On top of the light and spacious living spaces, the property also boasts a private garden to the rear, as well as a detached garage and off-road driveway parking.
Holme Avenue / Credit: Tracy Phillips Estates
The property is currently on the market with Standish-based independent estate agents Tracy Phillips Estates for £280,000.
Occupying a prime corner plot on an attractive street within the highly-sought-after Bury neighbourhood of Holcombe Brook is this stunning three-bedroom detached property that provides an abundance of space for families of all sizes.
Dating back to the 1930s, the property is now immaculately-presented from the moment you walk through the doors, thanks to having undergone several renovations by the current owners to combine both modern living with character and charm.
As well as being conveniently-close to the nearby historic market town of Ramsbottom, and just a short distance from a wealth of amenities, good local schools, and transport links across Greater Manchester, the property also boasts well-maintained lawned gardens to both the front and the rear, and driveway parking for several vehicles – with opportunity to extend.
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Everything this property has to offer is best appreciated when viewed for yourself.
Mayfield Road / Credit: Wainwrights
The property is currently on the market with the Bury-based independent estate agents Wainwrights for £485,000.
Fancy living on one of Greater Manchester’s most-recognisable rows of houses?
It’s not an opportunity that comes around very often, but a four-bedroom property on Altrincham’s historic The Downs is currently now on the market, and not only is it enviably close to all the amenities, excellent local schools, and convenient transport links that the affluent Trafford town is known and loved for, but it’s also presented to the highest of standards throughout, meaning it’s ready to move straight into the second the keys are yours.
Estate agents say this Georgian townhouse is “deceptively spacious”, as behind the front door of the unassuming terrace lies an abundance of flexible living space that’s retained its character and charm, while still being suitable for modern life.
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Externally, the property has a courtyard garden to the rear, and also comes with permit parking.
The Downs / Credit: Watersons
The property is currently on the market with the Hale-based branch of local independent estate agents Watersons for £1.1 million.
Blackstone Edge Old Road, Littleborough, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL15
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Andrew Kelly Estate Agents
Lydgate Green Cottage / Credit: Andrew Kelly Estate Agents
Detached Cottage | x4 Bedrooms | x2 Bathrooms
Lydgate Green Cottage could be just the slice of semi-rural living you’re looking for.
Located in the ever-popular Rochdale town of Littleborough, and managing to be nestled within picturesque surrounding countryside, while still being a stone’s throw from all the amenities, school that prospective buyers could need, estate agents say this four-bedroom detached stone cottage “oozes an abundance of charm”.
Although the property has been sympathetically-modernised by the current owners throughout, several original features still remain – including exposed beams, and roaring real-wood fireplaces.
Externally, the property boasts rear gardens and fields, driveway parking for around three vehicles, and even a two-floored detached garage which has planning permission to be turned into a separate annexe in the future.
Lydgate Green Cottage / Credit: Andrew Kelly Estate Agents
The property is currently on the market with Littleborough-based independent estate agents Andrew Kelly for £995,000 (Offers in Excess of).
Mottram in Longendale, Hyde, Tameside, Greater Manchester, SK14
Gascoigne Halman
Hall Drive / Credit: Gascoigne Halman
Detached | x5 Bedrooms | x2 Bathrooms
Situated on a popular residential road in the picturesque Hyde village of Mottram-in-Longendale is this five-bedroom detached family home that’s being conveniently offered to the market with no onward chain, and is ready to move straight into thanks to having been lovingly-modernised over time by the current owners.
Extended on several occasions, the property is now immaculately presented throughout, and boasts light and spacious accommodations that lend themselves perfectly to flexible family life.
Externally, the property benefits from picturesque views over the adjoining countryside from the rear gardens, as well as easy-to-maintain lawned areas, an integral garage, and off-road driveway parking for several vehicles to the front.
Hall Drive / Credit: Gascoigne Halman
The property is currently on the market with Glossop branch of local independent estate agents Gascoigne Halman for a Guide Price of £795,000.
Lydate House an exceptional seven-bedroom detached home in the affluent rural Oldham village of Saddleworth.
Despite being set within half an acre of expansive grounds and boasting unparalleled countryside views from all directions, the immaculately-presented property is still just a short distance from loads of local amenities, good schooling options, and transport links across Greater Manchester and beyond, which makes it an ideal property for growing families of all sizes.
As well as the main house boasting three spacious reception rooms, a stunning bespoke fitted kitchen, and five double bedrooms, the property also comes with a separate detached ‘Clock Cottage’ holiday let that currently brings in £27,000 a year in income.
Lydgate House / Credit: Fine & Country
The property is currently on the market with the Ribble Valley-based branch of national estate agency label Fine & Country for £1.6 million.
Church Road, Mellor, Stockport, Greater Manchester, SK6
Julian Wadden
Lower Hall / Credit: Julian Wadden
Detached | x6 Bedrooms | x4 Bathrooms
Lower Hall is by far one of the most impressive properties currently on the market in Greater Manchester, and it could be yours if you’ve got £1.6 million to spend.
Located in Mellor – which is one of Stockport’s most affluent and sought-after neighbourhoods that’s known for combining the best of rural living, while still being conveniently close to a wide range of amenities, excellent local schools, and transport links across Greater Manchester and beyond – the six-bedroom home is nothing short of an “exquisite landmark residence”, according to estate agents, and has so much to offer prospective buyers.
Tucked away behind the gates of a private sweeping driveway and nestled within expansive grounds, Lower Hall boasts generously-proportioned living spaces that are both brimming with character and charm, while still being adaptable for modern life at the same time.
The property also comes with a separate self-contained annexe to the rear, which boasts its own living spaces, modern fitted kitchen, and a spacious double bedroom.
This is one that truly just has to be viewed to be fully appreciated.
Lower Hall / Credit: Julian Wadden
The property is currently on the market with the Marple branch of local estate agency chain Julian Wadden for a Guide Price of £1.6 million.
Featured Image – Gascoigne Halman | Fine & Country | Julian Wadden
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Mancs can apply to be paired up with two potential partners for a ‘unique’ Channel 4 dating show
Emily Sergeant
Those who consider themselves to be pretty unlucky-in-love can now apply to take part in one of the most “unique” dating shows on TV.
Following the undoubted success of the first series – which has been airing on E4 for the past couple of weeks now, before concluding last Thursday (9 May) – Channel 4 has now put out a nationwide casting call for people to take part in the next series of its newest dating game show, Love Triangle.
And the show’s producers are calling on singletons from Greater Manchester to stick an application in.
Mancs can apply to be paired up with two potential partners for a ‘unique’ TV dating show / Credit: Channel 4
Unfamiliar with Love Triangle?
Based off the US and Australian programmes of the same name, the UK version is a so-called “supersized” take on the show, and it seeks to “turn everything you know about dating on its head”.
In what is a first of its kind for UK television, the brand-new relationship format asks six courageous singles to reject all the conventions and pitfalls of modern app-based dating in favour of a “radical” new approach.
Channel 4 is currently casting across the UK for the next series of Love Triangle / Credit: Channel 4
The six contestants will first choose a love match from two potential suitors.
One match embodies each single’s usual wants, type, and desires, while the other reflects their deeper and more “fulfilling” romantic needs.
After choosing one of the suitors to date, the other will then make a “shocking surprise return” to form a love triangle, and then, after dating and living with both suitors, each single faces a choice – they must pick one of their matches to “pursue lasting love”.
The casting call for contestants on the Channel 4 website reads: “In this unique relationship series reflecting dating in the real world, unlucky-in-love singles are matched with two potential partners, who each tick different boxes of their wants and needs, in the hopes of finding long-lasting love.”
To apply for the show, you just need to be 18 years of age or older, a resident of the UK, and crucially, single and “looking for love”.