A MAN'S body has been found in a field close to a moorland road.

The discovery was made in the field off Huddersfield Road between Standedge and Oldham at 7pm on Monday.

The decomposed remains were found in a field close to a place called Globe Farm.

The man has not been identified, but his death is not thought to be suspicious.

Greater Manchester Police believe he may be someone who has been missing from Manchester for some time. Further tests are needed to identify him.