Welcome to Mossley

Mossley is a small town located in the Tameside borough of Greater Manchester. It is situated on the foothills of the Pennines and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The town has a rich industrial heritage and was once a thriving mill town. Today, it is a popular residential area with a population of around 10,000 people.

One of the main attractions of Mossley is its stunning natural beauty. The town is surrounded by hills and valleys, and there are plenty of walking and cycling routes to explore. The Huddersfield Narrow Canal runs through the town, and there are several parks and green spaces where visitors can relax and enjoy the scenery. The town also has a number of historic buildings, including the Grade II listed George Lawton Hall, which is a popular venue for concerts and events.

Mossley has a strong sense of community, and there are plenty of local events and activities to get involved in. The town has a number of sports clubs, including football, rugby, and cricket teams, and there are regular fitness classes and exercise groups. There are also several community groups and charities that work to support local residents, including the Mossley Community Centre and the Mossley Youth Club. Overall, Mossley is a friendly and welcoming town with plenty to offer visitors and residents alike.

Local Weather

Moderate rain

Temp: 9°C

Feels Like: 5.7°C

Wind: 15.2 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Micklehurst All Saints C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Laura Trelfa	The Rowans Mossley Ashton Under Lyne Greater Manchester OL5 9DR 01457832128 School Website
Livingstone Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Rebecca Willard	Valeside Mossley Ashton Under Lyne Greater Manchester OL5 0AP 01457832495 School Website
St Josephs Rc Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Irene Williams	Market Street Mossley Ashton Under Lyne Greater Manchester OL5 0ES 01457832360 School Website
Mossley Hollins High School Community School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Andrea Din	Huddersfield Road Mossley Ashton Under Lyne Greater Manchester OL5 9DP 01457832491 School Website
Milton St Johns C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Lisa Gallaher	Mill Lane Mossley Ashton Under Lyne Greater Manchester OL5 0BN 01457832572 School Website
St Georges C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Carolyn Divers	Stamford Street Mossley Ashton Under Lyne Greater Manchester OL5 0HT 01457832496 School Website
Buckton Vale Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Deborah Brown	Swallow Lane Carrbrook Stalybridge Cheshire SK15 3NU 1457833102 School Website
Millbrook Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Elizabeth Turner	Bank Road Off Huddersfield Road Stalybridge Greater Manchester SK15 3JX 01457834314 School Website
Friezland Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachael Swaby	Church Road Greenfield Oldham Greater Manchester OL3 7LN 01457872601 School Website
St Raphaels Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Lynn Lakner	Huddersfield Road Millbrook Stalybridge Greater Manchester SK15 3JL 01613384095 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Mossley Manchester Road, Mossley, Greater Manchester, OL5 0AB 0.23 Miles

Greenfield Shaw Hall Bank Road, Greenfield, Lancashire, OL3 7JZ 1.86 Miles

Stalybridge Rassbottom Street, Stalybridge, Greater Manchester, SK15 1RF 2.43 Miles

Ashton-Under-Lyne Wellington Road, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester, OL6 6JP 2.92 Miles

Hyde North Junction Street, Hyde, Greater Manchester, SK16 5RH 3.93 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Uncle Sams Classic Cadillac Hire 0161 624 7721 9 Carr House Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL4 4NW 2.17 Miles
Radio Cars Oldham 0161 633 2277 49 High Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL4 3BN 2.22 Miles
Cartax Flash Radio Cars 0161 633 3131 Owl Business Centre, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL4 3BN 2.22 Miles
Cartax Radio Cars 0161 633 8888 Owl Business Centre/49-51 High St, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL4 3BN 2.22 Miles
1St Choice County Cars Ltd 0161 620 8877 616 Lees Rd, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL4 5JL 2.32 Miles
Cavalier Radio Cars 0161 338 5053 2 Water Street, Stalybridge, Greater Manchester, SK15 2AG 2.43 Miles
Fone A Car 0161 304 8000 63 Melbourne Street, Stalybridge, Greater Manchester, SK15 2JJ 2.52 Miles
A2b Private Hire 0161 308 3838 Unit B, Ashton Under Lyne, Greater Manchester, OL6 8SS 2.85 Miles
A2b Private Hire 0161 308 3850 Turner Street, Ashton Under Lyne, Greater Manchester, OL6 8SS 2.85 Miles
Tameside Taxi Service, Johnson's Private Hire 07516 435547 101 Cranbourne Rd, Ashton Under Lyne, Greater Manchester, OL7 9BW 2.89 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Micklehurst Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Station Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mossley Post Office Collection Today available until:15:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Winterford Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Top Micklehurst Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Carr Hill Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
12 Lees Road- Top Mossley Collection Today available until:15:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Stockport Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sovereign Hall Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Waterton Lane Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Manchester Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lower Hey Lane Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Huddersfield Road Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
17 Manchester Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Buckton Vale D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Pennine Medical Centre 01457 832590	Pennine Medical Centre 193 Manchester Rd,Mossley Ashton-Under-Lyne Lancashire OL5 9AJ
Mossley Medical Practice 01457 833315	Mossley Medical Practice 187 Manchester Rd,Mossley Ashton-Under-Lyne Lancashire OL5 9AB
Pike Medical Practice 01457 832561	The Pike Med Ctr Market Place, Mossley Ashton-Under-Lyne Lancashire OL5 0HE
Millbrook Medical Practice 0161 3042470	Hollybank Off Grove Road Stalybridge Cheshire SK15 3BJ
Dr. P T Morris & Partners	Pennine Medical Centre 6-8 Chew Vale Greenfield Oldham Lancashire OL3 7EQ

Local Stores

Mossley
23 Arundel Street
Mossley
Ashton-Under-Lyne
Greater Manchester
OL5 0LS
01457 833580
Store Website
0.55 miles

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SPAR Stalybridge
Rizvi Stalybridge
7 - 9 Buckton Road
Carbrook
Stalybridge
SK15 3LW
01457835642
Store Website
0.9 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Ashton 24Hr
The Old Library Wyre Street Mossley Ashton-Under-Lyne Lancashire OL5 0EU 01457 837 900 mossley.24@medivet.co.uk Website 0.46 miles

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M Gourley Veterinary Surgeons - Stalybridge
44 Acres Lane Stalybridge Cheshire SK15 2JU 0161 338 5099 enquiries@mgourleyvets.co.uk Website 2.37 miles

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Tameside Veterinary Clinic
18 Melbourne Street Stalybridge Cheshire SK15 2JE 0161 303 1819 enquiries@tamesideveterinaryclinic.co.uk Website 2.41 miles

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Medivet Uppermill (Ian Mcconnell Vets)
5 Saddleworth House Tame Street (Off High Street) Uppermill Oldham Lancashire OL3 6BD 01457 870 405 uppermill@medivet.co.uk Website 2.70 miles

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M Gourley Veterinary Surgeons - Ashton-Under-Lyne
82 Wellington Road Ashton-Under-Lyne Lancashire OL6 6DP 0161 330 2514/4839 enquiries@mgourleyvets.co.uk Website 2.99 miles
Amenities
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Tameside Veterinary Clinic Ltd
341 Oldham Road Ashton-Under-Lyne Lancashire OL7 9ND 0161 830 0462 enquiries@tamesideveterinaryclinic.co.uk Website 3.01 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Hartshead Pike
A Short, Circular Dog Friendly Walk Up To The Distinctive Landmark On Hartshead Pike. Visible From Many Miles Around, The Summit Overlooks Ashton-Under-Lyne, Mossley, Saddleworth, Lees And Oldham. On A Clear Day, You Can Experience Views Of Manchester, Chesire And Snowdonia In Wales. OL5 0JL 1.01 miles From Ashton-Under-Lyne, Take The A670 Mossley Road. You Want To Take A Left Up A Small Uphill Road, Broadcarr Lane. Follow This Up Until You Reach A Point You Can Park In A Roadside Layby.

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Knott Hill Reservoir
A Bit Of A Strange One! You Enter Through Ashton Golf Club, But Once In Its A Lovely Walk Unnamed Road Ashton-Under-Lyne Lancashire OL6 9AG 1.33 miles A Little Hard To Find, The Sat Nav Doesn'T Help! Find It Near The Golf Club And Walk Through That Way.

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Park Bridge
Great Rural Walk, Water To Paddle In, Fields To Run In And Lots Of Trees To Sniff Round Park Bridge Lancashire 2.23 miles

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Dovestones Reservoir
Circular Walk, Flat Terrain With Lots Of Grassy Hills For Dogs To Explore. Usually Takes 1-1.5 Hours To Complete But There Are Extra Bits You Can Add To Extend. 3 Hawk Yard Ln Greenfield Oldham OL3 7NP 2.43 miles There Is Parking Which Costs 60P For 3 Hours.

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Chadwick Dam
55 Mellor Rd Ashton-Under-Lyne Lancashire OL6 6RT 2.43 miles Near Stamford Park Boating Lake

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Dovestone Reservoir
With Its Breathtaking Vistas, The Dove Stone Area Of Saddleworth Offers Visitors The Chance To Explore Part Of The Peak District National Park. Club House Dovestone Reservoir Dove Stone Oldham Lancashire OL3 7NE 2.44 miles Greenfield Saddleworth, Oldham, Greater Manchester, Ol3 7Ne

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Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-22°C	-22.9°C	-23.5°C	-23.1°C	-23°C	-21.9°C	-17.6°C	-14.3°C	-11.1°C	-10.1°C	-12.2°C	-14.8°C

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Temp	-9.5°C	-8.4°C	-7.4°C	-6.6°C	-5.2°C	-2.6°C	0.9°C	3.6°C	4.1°C	2.6°C	0.6°C	-4.8°C
Feels Like	-15.3°C	-14.7°C	-14°C	-13.5°C	-12.3°C	-9.3°C	-4.8°C	-1.1°C	-0.1°C	-1.2°C	-3.2°C	-9.5°C

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Temp	-1.6°C	-1.5°C	-2°C	-2.3°C	-1.2°C	1°C	3.5°C	5.1°C	4.9°C	3.5°C	5.8°C	2.9°C
Feels Like	-5.8°C	-5.8°C	-6.2°C	-6.3°C	-5°C	-2.8°C	-0.1°C	1.8°C	2.1°C	1.1°C	2.9°C	-0.7°C

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