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Leeds is a city that offers residents the best of both worlds - all the amenities of the big city, with easy access to stunning countryside. Tired of the buzzing nightlife, world-class restaurants and boutique shops? Take a trip out to God’s Own Country and experience a different pace of life…

Say the words ‘tech hub’ and you might think of Silicon Valley, with its accumulation of mega tech companies such as Google and Facebook; or maybe London, with its plethora of fintech start-ups, diverse talent and private equity support.

The Manchester Spatial Plan (MSP) is a voluminous document, with grand aspirations and detailed plans. It sets out the blueprint for the development of the Greater Manchester area, from regeneration of brownfield sites to greenbelt zoning, retail strategies to social and affordable housing provision.

The area of Greater Manchester has a population of over 2.5 million people and is home to some famous old towns and two cities, including Manchester itself. Here, we look at some of Manchester’s lesser-known, but equally attractive, neighbours.