Urmston Map

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

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

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

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

Other facilities, some of which may also be visible on this Urmston map are: Eden Square, Urmston Library, The Steamhouse, Sainsbury's, Costa Coffee, The Barking Dog, Nando's, Superdrug, WHSmith, The Prairie Schooner Taphouse, Flixton House, Anytime Fitness, Tim Hortons, B&M Bargains, KFC, Shells Bistro, Urmston Leisure Centre, Flixton Girls' School, Lidl, Flixton Park, Urmston Railway Station, Davyhulme Medical Centre, M&S Foodhall, Pizza Express, The Craft Brewtique, Davyhulme Park, Davyhulme Golf Club, The Bird at Birtle, The Church Inn, The Assembly, Greggs, The Odeon Cinema, Trafford General Hospital, The Barking Dog Bakery, Barclays Bank, The Sip Club, The Curiosity Bookshop, Papa John's, Longford Park Athletics Stadium, St Monica's RC Church, Roosters Piri Piri, Miss Daisy's Tea Room, Flixton Juniors FC, Café 56, Tesco Express, Urmston Market, The Cookhouse, Boots, New Curzon Cinema, Santander, Café Nero.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Flixton, Davyhulme, Stretford, Sale, Carrington, Partington, Irlam, Eccles, Trafford Park, Chorlton, Salford Quays, Old Trafford, Hulme, Brooklands, Northern Moor, Wythenshawe, Baguley, Ashton upon Mersey, Peel Green, Barton-upon-Irwell, Cadishead, Moss Side, Hulme, Gorse Hill, Northenden, Hale, Bowdon, Altrincham, Timperley, Monton, Patricroft, Winton, Broadheath, Dane Road, Crossacres, Woodhouse Park, Benchill, West Timperley, White City, Ordsall, Whalley Range.

Urmston is one of those towns that manages to feel tucked away and well-connected at the same time. Sitting in the Trafford borough of Greater Manchester, it's got a relaxed suburban charm with a proper sense of community. With its tree-lined streets, independent shops and easy access to green spaces, it strikes a balance between town living and leafy calm. It's a place where people stick around, raise families, and enjoy being close to the buzz of Manchester without being right in the middle of it.

The history of Urmston goes back centuries, with its name thought to come from Old English origins meaning “estate of a man called Urm.” It remained a small agricultural village right up until the railway arrived in the 19th century, transforming it into a commuter hub for Manchester's growing population. With the railway came development, and the town quickly expanded with new housing, schools and shops. Today, Urmston has a population of around 42,000 and includes surrounding areas like Flixton and Davyhulme. It's retained a good chunk of its original village character, even as it's modernised over time.

There's a good mix of attractions and facilities around town. Eden Square is the main shopping and leisure area, with plenty of cafes, shops and a big Sainsbury's. The town's also home to a small cinema, local library, leisure centre, and regular markets that give the high street a bit of life. Just outside the centre is Davyhulme Park, perfect for dog walks and family strolls, while Abbotsfield Park plays host to local events and seasonal fairs. If you're after something grander, the National Trust's Dunham Massey is a short drive away, with its historic house, deer park and scenic gardens. You've also got nearby English Heritage sites like Stretford's Longford Park and the remains of Roman activity along the banks of the Mersey.

If you fancy stretching your legs further, the rest of Greater Manchester's on your doorstep. Manchester city centre is just 15 minutes away by train and offers everything from world-class sport to cutting-edge art, food and music. Salford Quays gives you The Lowry, MediaCity and the Imperial War Museum North, while Stockport and Altrincham bring their own local flavour with food halls, heritage spots and plenty of character. Bury Market, Wigan Pier, Heaton Park and the Peak District are all within reach if you're after a day out.

Getting to and from Urmston is a breeze. The town's railway station sits on the line between Liverpool and Manchester, with frequent trains in both directions. There are also plenty of bus services running through to Stretford, Trafford Centre and beyond. Drivers can hop onto the M60 ring road within minutes, and the M62 and M56 aren't far either. Manchester Airport is just a 20–25 minute drive away, or reachable by train via Manchester Piccadilly if you're not behind the wheel.

Greater Manchester is a proper mix of city life, market towns and green escapes—all packed into a region that's proud of its working-class roots and open to fresh ideas. Each area's got its own character, from the creative edge of the Northern Quarter to the historic mills of Bolton or the red-bricked charm of places like Urmston. It's a region that's built on resilience and community, and it doesn't forget where it came from. That blend of the old and the new is what gives it such a distinct energy.

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

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