Where’s a good place to see a sunrise?

I know this is nuts and it's Greater Manchester and it's winter and it's cold and rainy and miserable...

BUT

I really want to see the sunrise on the Winter Solstice on Saturday.

I was thinking of driving to Rivington Pike.

For those who know about these things: is that a good location? Are there better ones I've not thought of? And will I see anything if it's pissing with rain?