The Top 20 Attractions around Oldham
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Oldham. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Oldham is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 6, 2025
Dovestone Reservoir
Highlight • Lake
Dovestone Reservoir is situated where the Greenfield and Chew Brooks valleys come together above the village of Greenfield on Saddleworth Moor.
The reservoir is located at the gateway to the …
The reservoir is located at the gateway to the …
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Yeoman Hey Reservoir
Highlight • Viewpoint
Nestled within the iconic Peak District National Park near Oldham is the Yeoman Hey Reservoir.
This reservoir sits amongst three in the area and is surrounded by rolling grouse moorland and high gritstone escarpments.
This reservoir sits amongst three in the area and is surrounded by rolling grouse moorland and high gritstone escarpments.
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Black Chew Head Summit Cairn
Highlight • Natural Monument
Black Chew Head has a few claims to fame. It is the county top for Oldham Unitary Authority and the highest point in Greater Manchester. It is also the source …
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The Trinnacle
Highlight • Viewpoint
The Trinnacle is a three-pronged gritstone pillar, high above Dove Stone reservoir, that has become a popular location for "selfies" due to coverage on social media.
The pillar and access …
The pillar and access …
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Birchen Clough Waterfall and The Trinnacle
Highlight (Segment) • Climb
The Trinnacle is a three-pronged gritstone pillar, high above Dove Stone reservoir, that has become a popular location for "selfies" due to coverage on social media.
The pillar and access …
The pillar and access …
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Pots and Pans War Memorial
Highlight • Monument
The memorial obelisk is located on top of Alderman's Hill (also known as Pots and Pans Hill). The memorial is Grade II listed - There are multiple bronze plaques on …
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Pots and Pans Stone and War Memorial
Highlight • Monument
Pots and Pans is actually the name of the large rock (stone) that sits at the top of Aldermans Hill overlooking Uppermill. It gets its unusual name from a series …
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Holmfirth Road Climb (Dovestone Reservoir)
Highlight (Segment) • Lake
Known locally as the “Isle of Skye” after a long-since closed pub. A long, steady, almost alpine-like climb. Nice views across Dovestones reservoir. There tend to be a lot of parked cars along the road on nice days.
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James Platt Memorial Cross
Highlight • Historical Site
On the 27th August 1857, a shocking and tragic accident took place on the moors above Ashway Gap, up above Dovestone Reservoir, near Saddleworth. One of Oldham’s recently elected Liberal …
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Standedge Tunnel Diggle Entrance
Highlight • Structure
The tunnel itself is the longest and deepest canal tunnel in Europe. It was built between 1793 and 1811 during the height of the canal transport in England. Built under …
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