Ashton-under-Lyne Map

Ashton-under-Lyne map, view the Greater Manchester town of Ashton-under-Lyne, located in the county of Greater Manchester, England.

Detailed Street Map of Ashton-under-Lyne Greater Manchester & Guide to the Area

Ashton-under-Lyne Map Greater Manchester: Interactive map of Ashton-under-Lyne, displaying the town situated in the county of Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom.

Use controls (+/-) to display a detailed street map of Ashton-under-Lyne area and a Ashton-under-Lyne town centre map, showing Ashton-under-Lyne Railway Station.

Other facilities, some of which may also be visible on this Ashton-under-Lyne map are: Ashton Market, Ladysmith Shopping Centre, Arcades Shopping Centre, Portland Basin Museum, Stamford Park, Ikea Ashton, JD Wetherspoon The Ash Tree, Cineworld Ashton, Costa Coffee, Greggs, PureGym Ashton, Subway, JD Sports, McDonald's, The Witchwood, Poundland, Specsavers, Boots, Tameside One Library, Tim Hortons, Ashton Leisure Centre, St Michael's Church, The Ashton Tap House, KFC, Domino's Pizza, Tameside College, The New Inn, Ashton Central Mosque, The Broadoak Hotel, O2 Store, Holland & Barrett, Wilko, The George and Dragon, The Gym Group, HSBC, Cancer Research UK, Waterstones, The Station Hotel, Asda Superstore, Betfred, Frankie & Benny's, YMCA Ashton, Pizza Express, Premier Inn Ashton, Ladbrokes, Aldi, Ashton Sixth Form College, Greg Street Medical Centre, The Britannia Inn, Superdrug, Café Nero, Argos.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Stalybridge, Dukinfield, Hyde, Droylsden, Audenshaw, Mossley, Denton, Hurst Cross, Waterloo, Cockbrook, Littlemoss, Taunton, Bardsley, Lees, Gorton, Newton Heath, Failsworth, Hollinwood, Royton, Leesbrook, Millbrook, Matley, Guide Bridge, Godley, Broadbottom, Mottram, Carrbrook, Newton, Reddish, Haughton Green, Hartshead, Alt Hill, Ashton Moss.

Ashton-under-Lyne is a lively market town in the Tameside borough of Greater Manchester, sitting at the edge of the Pennines with a proper mix of urban buzz and countryside calm. It's the kind of place where you can grab a brew in a cosy café, wander round a busy shopping centre, then be up on the hills in no time. Ashton's got a rich industrial past, a strong community feel, and a town centre that's always moving with the times while keeping its local charm.

The town's roots go back hundreds of years, with mentions as early as the 11th century. It was a sleepy place until the Industrial Revolution, when it took off as a centre for cotton spinning, coal mining and engineering. Canals and railways helped build the place up, turning Ashton into a thriving Victorian town with mills, markets and terraced housing. The population grew quickly, and today it sits at around 48,000, though the wider Tameside area is home to over 200,000 people. You can still see echoes of its industrial heyday in the old brick buildings, canal paths and converted mill spaces dotted about town.

There's plenty to keep you busy in Ashton itself. The Arcades Shopping Centre and Ladysmith Centre cover your high street needs, and Ashton Market—one of the largest in the country—has been running since the 13th century. Portland Basin Museum brings the area's industrial history to life, set in a restored canal warehouse. For something more scenic, head to Stamford Park, a lovely Victorian green space with gardens, a boating lake and views over the moors. If you're into heritage days out, the National Trust's Lyme Park isn't far, with its grand house and deer park, and English Heritage sites like the nearby Mottram Old Hall or the ruins of Hyde Chapel offer a quiet dose of the past.

Further afield, the wider Greater Manchester area is packed with options. Manchester's a short hop away by tram or train, with its mix of music, museums, theatres and football. Salford Quays has The Lowry and MediaCity, while Bury boasts its market and steam railway. Wigan and Bolton each bring their own character, and Stockport offers a mix of old mills, quirky shops and scenic walks. Whether you fancy the city, the hills, or somewhere in between, it's all within easy reach from Ashton.

Transport links are decent. Ashton's got a train station that connects to Manchester Victoria in under 15 minutes, plus it's on the Metrolink tram line for easy access into the city centre. There's also a big bus station that makes it easy to reach neighbouring towns like Stalybridge, Droylsden and Oldham. Drivers can hop straight onto the M60 ring road, and the A635 heads straight out towards the Peak District. Manchester Airport is the nearest for flights, around half an hour's drive away, depending on the traffic.

Greater Manchester itself is a proper mixed bag—in the best way. Ten boroughs full of history, creativity, grit and green space. It's got that northern spirit running through it—hard-working, down-to-earth, and proud of its roots. From the old mill towns to the modern high-rises, from bustling markets to quiet valleys, there's a bit of everything here, and it all comes together to make something unique. Ashton-under-Lyne plays its part in that bigger picture, and does it well.

We hope you found this Ashton-under-Lyne tourist map useful for your visit to the area.

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