Denton Map

Denton map, view the Greater Manchester town of Denton, located in the county of Greater Manchester, England.

Detailed Street Map of Denton Greater Manchester & Guide to the Area

Denton Map Greater Manchester: Interactive map of Denton, displaying the town situated in the county of Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom.

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

Other facilities, some of which may also be visible on this Denton map are: Crown Point North, Greggs, The Dane Bank, TK Maxx, Asda Denton Superstore, Costa Coffee, The George and Dragon, Tesco Express, Boots, PureGym, B&M, Poundland, The Chapel House, Aldi, Matalan, Wilko, The Lowry Lounge, The Cock Hotel, The Sandwich Station, Denton Town Hall, Coral, Barclays Bank, Reddish Vale Country Park, Ladbrokes, Tameside Wellness Centre, St Lawrence's Church, Denton Community College, The Millgate, Subway, The Old Peg, Specsavers, The Red Lion, The Navigation Inn, Iceland, St Anne's Primary School, The Vale Cottage, Denton Library, The Toll Point, Savers, The Post Office, Domino's Pizza, Denton Medical Practice, Lidl, NatWest, Pizza Hut, Rowlands Pharmacy, The Quarry Hotel, Fletchers Arms, Portland Basin Museum, and Crownpoint Shopping Park.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Audenshaw, Hyde, Reddish, Dukinfield, Ashton-under-Lyne, Gorton, Levenshulme, Droylsden, Haughton Green, Openshaw, Newton Heath, Hattersley, Denton Burn, Fairfield, Abbey Hey, Brinnington, Heaton Chapel, Longsight, Belle Vue, West Gorton, Beswick, Newton, Gee Cross, Flowery Field, Broadbottom, Stalybridge, Bredbury, Stockport, Ardwick, Mossley.

Denton sits comfortably in the eastern corner of Greater Manchester, a down-to-earth town with a strong sense of community and a practical charm that's stood the test of time. It's close enough to Manchester for the hustle and bustle, but far enough out to keep things a bit quieter. With a good mix of parks, shops and familiar faces, it's one of those places that feels like home to the people who've grown up there and still welcoming to those who haven't.

The town has deep roots in the hatting industry, and for a long time it was one of the main centres for felt hat production in the UK—so much so that Denton became known as the 'home of the hat'. Back in the 19th and early 20th centuries, the town was buzzing with hat factories, employing thousands and exporting all over the world. Like many towns in Greater Manchester, the growth of Denton was fuelled by the Industrial Revolution, and it's kept some of that heritage in its buildings and local character. These days, the population is somewhere around 36,000 and the town's still got a good blend of residential areas, retail space, and green corners.

There's plenty to keep locals and visitors ticking along. Denton has a town centre full of shops, cafés and services, and the Crown Point North retail park brings in big-name stores and steady footfall. Denton Park and Victoria Park offer green open space, ideal for walking the dog or letting the kids burn off energy. A bit further afield, Reddish Vale Country Park makes a great day out with trails, woodlands and plenty of wildlife. For a dose of history and heritage, there's Portland Basin Museum in nearby Ashton or a trip to Lyme Park—a National Trust gem with grand gardens and moorland walks. The historic Hartshead Pike, perched on a hill just a short drive away, offers cracking views across the region.

In the wider Greater Manchester area, there's no shortage of attractions. Manchester itself brings the full city experience—museums, theatres, stadiums, art, music and shopping. Over in Salford, MediaCity is buzzing with culture, while Bury Market, Heaton Park and the scenic stretches of Saddleworth and the Peak District offer everything from a bite to eat to a breath of fresh air. Denton's in a handy spot for dipping into all of it without being swallowed up by it.

Getting about from Denton is pretty straightforward. The M60 motorway runs right past it, giving easy access to the rest of Greater Manchester and beyond. The town has its own railway station, though Reddish North and Hyde North nearby tend to offer more frequent services. There are regular buses into Manchester city centre and neighbouring towns, and you're only around 20 minutes from Manchester Airport by car. For drivers, cyclists and even walkers, the Tameside area is well connected and simple to navigate.

Greater Manchester is one of those places where every town has its own backstory, and yet they all feel like part of something bigger. It's a patchwork of proud communities, former mill towns, bustling boroughs and suburban edges. From the terraces of Salford to the hills of Oldham and the market halls of Stockport, it's all stitched together by a shared sense of purpose and resilience. Denton, with its history of graft and its strong local ties, fits that mould perfectly.

We hope you found this Denton tourist map useful for your visit to the area.

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