Welcome to Stockport

Stockport is a town located in the county of Cheshire, England. It is situated on the banks of the River Mersey and is known for its rich industrial heritage. The town has a population of over 136,000 people and is a popular destination for tourists due to its historic landmarks and cultural attractions.

One of the most notable landmarks in Stockport is the Stockport Viaduct, which was built in 1840 and is one of the largest brick structures in the world. The viaduct spans over 33 arches and is a popular spot for photography enthusiasts. Another popular attraction in the town is the Hat Works Museum, which is dedicated to the history of the hat-making industry in Stockport. The museum features exhibits on the different types of hats that were made in the town, as well as the tools and machinery used in the hat-making process.

Stockport is also home to a number of parks and green spaces, including Vernon Park and Reddish Vale Country Park. These parks offer visitors the opportunity to enjoy nature and take part in outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking. Overall, Stockport is a vibrant and historic town that offers visitors a unique glimpse into the industrial heritage of Cheshire.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 4.1°C

Feels Like: 1.1°C

Wind: 7.8 MPH

Wind Dir: WNW

Local Schools

School	Details
Sale Grammar School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Rebecca Smith	Marsland Road Sale Greater Manchester M33 3NH 01619733217 School Website
St Annes C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Polly Knight	Trinity Road Sale Greater Manchester M33 3ES 01619737181 School Website
St Josephs Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Peter Johnson	Marlborough Road Sale Greater Manchester M33 3AF 01619734938 School Website
Sale High School Foundation School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Jayne O'grady	Norris Road Sale Greater Manchester M33 3JR 01619732713 School Website
Holy Family Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Linda Davison	Old Hall Road Sale Greater Manchester M33 2JA 01619625397 School Website
Springfield Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs A J Chard	Springfield Road Sale Greater Manchester M33 7XS 01619734149 School Website
Templemoor Infant And Nursery School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mr Stuart Hodgson	Nursery Close Off Temple Road Sale Greater Manchester M33 2EG 01619691622 School Website
Brooklands Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr John Beith	Woodbourne Road Sale Greater Manchester M33 3SY 01619733758 School Website
Lime Tree Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Clare Larkin	Budworth Road Sale Greater Manchester M33 2RP 01619050790 School Website
Moorlands Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Miss Alison Kelly	Temple Road Sale Greater Manchester M33 2LP 01619625452 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Navigation Road Navigation Road Station, Altrincham, Greater Manchester, WA14 1SR 1.80 Miles

Altrincham Stamford New Road, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 1EN 2.53 Miles

Humphrey Park Humphrey Lane, Humphrey Park, Greater Manchester, M32 9PP 2.57 Miles

Trafford Park Moss Road, Trafford Park, Greater Manchester, M32 1AA 2.70 Miles

Urmston Flixton Road, Urmston, Greater Manchester, M41 5AW 2.74 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
South Manchester Radio Cabs Ltd 0161 973 9999 89A School Rd, Sale, Greater Manchester, M33 7XA 0.71 Miles
Get Chauffeured 0800 978 8407 103 Washway Road, Sale, Greater Manchester, M33 7TY 0.75 Miles
Walkers Minibus Hire 0161 428 6688 Oakfield, Sale, Greater Manchester, M33 6WA 0.81 Miles
Dgc Chauffeurs 0843 289 3062 10 Cutgate Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M23 9QH 0.85 Miles
Sale Black Cabs 0161 939 0110 Lawson Grove, Sale, Greater Manchester, M33 6JN 1.08 Miles
M J B Travel Chauffeur Services 0161 945 2255 The Garage/659 Altrincham Rd, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M23 9AA 1.51 Miles
Sale Travel 0161 962 6283 2 Drayton Cl, Sale, Greater Manchester, M33 4NT 1.55 Miles
Executive S K N 0161 969 0246 Gaydon Rd, Sale, Greater Manchester, M33 5DY 1.58 Miles
Hallmark Chauffeur Services Ltd 01582 722600 10-11 Trafford House, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M23 9XD 1.65 Miles
Trassord Cars 0161 747 1111 Manway Business Park/Canal Rd, Altrincham, Greater Manchester, WA14 1TD 1.67 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Sale Hotel Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Brooklands Station Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Conway Road Medical Practice 0161 9731151	Conway Road Med Practice 80A Conway Road Sale Cheshire M33 2TB
Washway Road Medical Centre 0161 9624354	Washway Road Medical Ctr. 67 Washway Road Sale Cheshire M33 7SS
Washway Road Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	63-67 Washway Road Sale M33 7SS
Washway Road Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	63-67 Washway Road Sale M33 7SS
Woodlands Medical Practice 0161 9621332	Woodlands Med Practice 9 Maple Rd, Brooklands Manchester M23 9RL

Local Stores

Brooklands - Washway Road
121-123 Washway Road
Brooklands
Sale
Greater Manchester
M33 7TY
01619 738799
Store Website
0.72 miles

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SPAR Timperley
68
Park Road
Timperley
WA14 5AB
0161 976 2338
Store Website
1.5 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Southfields Veterinary Surgery
237 Northenden Road Sale Moor Sale Cheshire M33 2JD 0161 905 2863 info@southfieldsvets.co.uk Website 0.60 miles
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Ashleigh Veterinary Centre
55 Ashfield Road Sale Cheshire M33 7DS 0161 962 8236 contact@ashleighvets.co.uk 0.75 miles

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White Cross Vets
147 Cross Street Sale Manchester M33 7JW 0161 470 9999 sal@whitecrossvets.co.uk Website 0.91 miles

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Medivet Referrals Sale (Dogwood Vets)
9 Lawson Grove Sale Manchester M33 6JN 01619 628851 referrals.sale@medivet.co.uk Website 1.11 miles
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R T Jones
37 Green Lane Sale Cheshire M33 5PN 0161 905 1287 1.46 miles

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Walker Green Veterinary Surgery
122 Moss Lane Timperley Altrincham Cheshire WA15 6JL 0161 903 9750 reception@w-v-s.co.uk Website 1.48 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Sale Water Park
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Around Sale Water Park. The Park Is Located To The South Of Manchester City Centre. It Is An Area Of Countryside And Parkland Containing A Lake, Woodland, Meadows, The River Mersey, Cafe, Restaurant And Water Sports Centre. M33 2NJ 0.97 miles Follow Signs To Sale Water Park And Ride And The Trafford Water Sports Centre. Pass By The Park And Ride Parking Area And Follow The Road To The Visitor Centre Car Park.

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Wythenshawe Park
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Around Wythenshawe Park. The Park Is Set In 109 Hectacres Of Open Parkland In South Manchester, With Historic Woodlands, Open Grassland And Meadows. M23 0AB 1.67 miles Leave M60 At Junction 5, Or M56 At Junction 3, Onto Princess Parkway; Turn Off Onto B5166 West Towards Sale Moor, Then At The First Traffic Lights Turn Left Towards Brooklands On The B5167, Wythenshawe Road. Drive Half A Mile And Turn Into The Park Main Entrance On Your Left.

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Chorlton To Sale Waterpark
7-18 Brookburn Rd Manchester Lancashire M21 9ES 1.81 miles Little Carpark (Free) Opposite Bowling Green Pub

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Chorlton Waterpark
42 Woodlake Ave Manchester Lancashire M21 7PG 1.99 miles There Is A Little Path That Leads To The Walk

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Chorlton Water Park
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Around Chorlton Water Park. Chorlton Water Park Is A Local Nature Reserve Comprising A Lake Surrounded By Grasslands And Woodlands. It Stands On The Site Of Barlow Hall Farm. During The Construction Of The M60 Motorway In The 1970S, Gravel Was Excavated From The Site. The Gravel Pit Was Subsequently Flooded Creating A Lake That Is Central To The Water Park Today. M21 7WH 2.03 miles From Manchester, Take The Princess Road A5103. You Will See A Brown Sign Pointing Toward 'Chorlton Water Park Local Nature Reserve, Which You Should Follow.

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Platt Fields
Good Mix Of Paths, Grass And Wooded Areas. A Large Duck Pond Too. Platt Fields Park Fallowfield Manchester Lancashire M14 6LA 4.19 miles

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Weather Forecast

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