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The North West of England is home to some of the county’s biggest and best cities, as well our most historic towns and unspoilt countryside. A powerhouse of industry with a robust property market and limitless opportunities for adventure – it’s an ideal region for first time buyers to settle and invest The North West HOT spot
1 World-class cities 2 Medieval villages 3 Limitless adventure 4 Stunning coastline 5 Strong communities 5 REASONS WE LOVE… THE NORTH WEST
UNDER THE SPOTLIGHT
OUT AND ABOUT Starting in the region’s farthest north, in Cumbria, the outdoor adventure is limitless. The Lake District offers simply stunning vistas that can be appreciated all year round.Visit the lakeside towns of Kendal, Keswick and Windermere for a mix of wild nature and quaint village life. They’re also excellent bases for exploring the wider area. People living in these areas cite closeness to nature and outdoor adventure and a sense of community as their reasons for loving where they live. In West Yorkshire, the ancient village of Heptonstall near Hebden Bridge is a must-visit attraction for history lovers. The tiny setting sits atop a hill, with barely a car in sight and beautiful ruins (of the church dating to the 1200s) to explore as well a popular, traditional country pub. It is also the resting place for poet Sylvia Plath. In Manchester, locals love Ancoats – an increasingly popular enclave in the city
MediaCity’s waterfront setting provide the perfect space for events. With a population of more than half a million, Manchester is the region’s biggest city and boasts world-leading education, culture, history and entertainment among its credentials. With four universities in Greater Manchester, the number of students means there’s a youthful energy. Residents love the great transport links, world-class shopping, cafes and bars, as well as easy access to the beautiful Peak District. A number of residential areas in Manchester are attracting rst time buyers, including Castle eld and Didsbury, with a good offering of period and new homes. Around the region, homebuyers will nd some of the best places to live in the UK. Last year, the Sunday Times’ Best Places to Live list placed Liverpool’s Waterloo and Toxteth as the region’s top areas, praised for their independent shops, architecture and community vibe. Meanwhile, Levenshulme in Manchester, Waddington in Lancashire, Southport in Merseyside and Bollington in Cheshire were also praised. Buyers are seeking affordable house prices, air quality, good schools, green spaces and community spirit − and the North West provides these. Great rail links make things easier for commuters, too.
Stretching from the hilly beauty of the Cumbrian Lake District down to Cheshire, the North West of England encompasses some of the country’s best-loved and most economically sound towns, cities and villages. With sweeping Lancashire, Merseyside and metropolitan Manchester at its heart, this part of the country has absolutely everything to offer. Northwestern cities include Manchester, Chester and Liverpool, all of which are globally known for their outstanding universities, sports, arts, forward-thinking industry and populations. According to property experts, the region also boasts the most resilient house prices in England, with optimism around the North West’s market performance. All of these cities lie within the Northern Powerhouse − the vast area of the country that has bene ted from Government investment announced in 2016 with the vision of realising the economic potential of the region. As industry continues to invest, opportunities for growth and employment improve. MediaCity is a sustainable, waterside community that’s part of Salford Quays in Salford, Greater Manchester. It’s home to some of the world’s most exciting creative, tech and media brands, including the BBC and ITV. It also has a vibrant residential and social scene with a growing number of bars and restaurants while
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