In reality, he does not want to leave Greater Manchester, or even leave its borders, to locate a people worthy of a postcard.
After so many months locked in our homes, many of us would possibly be thinking of moving to a quieter position or just moving away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
There are many places you can for a small dose of British tranquility and charm, with many history wallets in our own districts.
Whether it’s for a walk outdoors and eat a piece of cake on the way home, or make plans to pack for longer (or forever), these are some of the most charming villages in the northwest.
Just 3 miles from Clitheroe, Downham is one of Lancashire’s pristine and top villages.
Perched in the Ribble Valley, the streets here are covered with sandstone houses, some with ivy crawling on their faces.
Unusually, there are no aerial cables or even road markings, which helps you maintain your period charm and attracts many movie equipment.
Until recently, it housed an award-winning pub (unfortunately it closed after Seafood Pub Company filed a management application in June, but is now ready to be picked up).
Less than an hour’s drive from parts of Greater Manchester, Hebden Bridge is a captivating little West Yorkshire market.
He is famous for his diversity of independent boutiques, and won a Great British High Street Award in 2016, from records and jewellery to antiques, clothing and cakes.
Follow the center that will show you all the highlights of the city, with many opportunities to avoid a walk or a coffee on the way.
It is also surrounded by a countryside, adding Hardcastle Crags from the National Trust, if you prefer to walk outdoors.
The historic village of Bowdon sits on a ridge that rises above Cheshire Plain and borders the National Trust-owned Dunham Massey Estate.
With townhouses, cottages and several mansions that line the tree-lined and leafy streets of the village, it is a non-violent residential village that has preserved the architecture over the years.
It is also one of the highest prices in the region, with space costs averaging 819,064 euros.
However, if you fancy a day trip, Bowdon is a short walk from the popular centres of Hale and Altrincham and also houses a captivating and bizarre pub.
Stone huts, moors and hills, a local pub dating back to 1751: Holcombe has bags of wonderful British charm.
The village is located on the slopes of Holcombe Moor, much of the land preserved through the National Trust, and the entire village is largely preserved.
Here locate the famous Paletilla de lamb pub, as well as surprising prospects of miles of countryside.
Most of the village buildings were built between 1600 and 1900; the first house, Hey House, built in 1616.
Once home to wool and cotton factories, Uppermill is now a hub for bars, restaurants and boutiques.
Although its main industry would possibly have changed, some things remain absolutely intact, such as its beautiful surroundings on the steep slope of the Tame River Valley.
The village of Saddleworth is located on the Hudderfield Narrow Canal and is the starting point for many popular routes.
Filled with stone-fronted properties, several friendly pubs, the village also has its own gallery, the weaver factory, and a historic library. You can also visit the Saddleworth Museum here in Uppermill, located on the grounds of the Victoria Mill, a 19th-century mill.
The beautiful hamlet of Marple Bridge is located in the best location along the Goyt River. With its stone village centre and charming setting, it’s hard to find if you’re still in Greater Manchester.
Just outside the nearby town of Marple, this 18th-century village has stood perfectly over the years and its picturesque bridge crossing the water is a sight to behold.
The village also borders the Roman lakes, a position of good appearance hidden through the lake nestled in the Goyt Valley, surrounded by beautiful gardens and green forests, as well as a number of synthetic lakes.
The leafy suburb of Worsley, perched right on the edge of Salford, is well known for its beautiful landscapes, historic monuments and temporarily has a popular domain for those who need to spice up the country while they are close to the city center.
Located on the Bridgewater Canal, a vital component of the city is now a conservation domain and lately it is a World Heritage site. There are also 75 acres of beautiful woods stretching from the canal to East Lancashire Road.
Loaded with history, the village houses 48 indexed buildings, in addition to the medieval Wardley Hall mansion, the courthouse, the fountain and a kiosk. Worsley Delph, a former coal mine, is an indexed monument.
With its fairly green expanses and simulated pastel-style houses, it’s a part of rural living in Manchester city.
Technically more city than town, Glossop still has a lot of character, network and charm for relocation.
Glossop has recently been praised for its burgeoning culinary scene, and as Hyssop, Shepley’s and Harvey Leonard’s have been widely praised.
It’s also on the outskirts of the charming Peak District, which means some of the world’s hikes, wild swimming and mountain biking are right next door.
Add to that the direct rail links to Manchester and see why the crowds start to see Glossop.
It is the apparent maximum and the most active.
Castleton is a honeypot, the city of the Peak District that attracts crowds of tourists year-round.
The village is a popular tourist destination thanks to its location at the foot of Mam Tor and other world-class hikes, and is full of captivating pubs and country shops.
Discover the Bulls Head Hotel with its old English pub interior and its smooth conversion and barn that lately functions like a glacier.