One of the UK’s best sunset spots is on the edge of Greater Manchester
10.06.2024 - 08:19
/ manchestereveningnews.co.uk
No matter how many times you see one, you can never get enough of a good sunset or sunrise. There’s something mesmerising about watching the sky transform before your very eyes with colours ranging from golden-yellow, bright pink to deep red.
Whether you choose to wake up early and watch the sun come up, or witness the day winding down as it sets below the horizon, either way you’ll be rewarded with a beautiful sight on a clear day. If you’re wanting to catch a good sunrise or sunset, then you don’t have to travel far as one of the best places to see them is right on our doorstep, according to new research.
Lyme Park, which sits on the edge of Stockport and the Peak District, has been named in the top 10 spots in the UK to watch the sunrise and sunset. By analysing a variety of factors, including Google and TripAdvisor reviews, Instagram tags, TikTok searches, chances of rain, and proximity to water, researchers compiled a list of the countries best places to see this daily spectacle.
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Hampstead Heath in London tops the list as the best sunrise and sunset spot, offering unparalleled views and a peaceful atmosphere ideal for soaking in the sunset above the capital. Following closely are Primrose Hill and Herefordshire Beacon in Malvern Hills, both now for their stunning views.
Lyme Park ranked seventh on the list, composed by wellness drinks brand DASH water. It beat nearby Liverpool Waterfront, which came in ninth place.
DASH Water commissioned the data after their analysis of research by University of Exeter revealed sunrise and sunset has the ability to significantly boost people’s feelings of awe. Awe has the potential to improve