Walkden Map

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

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

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

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

Other facilities, some of which may also be visible on this Walkden map are: Walkden Town Centre, Costa Coffee, Blackleach Country Park, The Ellesmere Centre, Tesco Extra, Walkden Gateway, Aldi, The White Lion, NatWest Bank, Walkden Library, Boothstown Medical Centre, Worsley Golf Club, Greggs, Little Hulton Health Centre, The Secret Garden Tearoom, The Walkden Inn, Subway, Brindley Arms, Co-op Food, Ellenbrook Medical Centre, Walkden Methodist Church, KFC, Lloyds Bank, St Paul's Peel Church, Barclays Bank, PureGym Walkden, Domino's Pizza, The Purple Lounge, Royal Mail Walkden Delivery Office, Premier Inn Manchester Walkden, Asda Walkden, The Boundary Stone, Boots Pharmacy, The Orange Tree Day Nursery, St Mary's RC Primary School, WHSmith, Ladbrokes, Papa John's, Specsavers, Walkden Dental Practice, Holland & Barrett, Worsley Marriott Hotel & Country Club, Walkden High School, The Gatehouse Bar, St George's RC High School, Costa Drive Thru, Mahbub's Indian Restaurant, B&M Bargains, Walkden Shopping Centre, Gildersome Arms.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Worsley, Boothstown, Ellenbrook, Little Hulton, Farnworth, Kearsley, Swinton, Pendlebury, Roe Green, Monton, Tyldesley, Astley, Clifton, Moorside, Wardley, Prestwich, Whitefield, Eccles, Patricroft, Irlam, Cadishead, Clifton Green, Linnyshaw.

Walkden is one of those towns that manages to keep a foot in both worlds. It's got all the practical touches of a suburban centre—good shops, easy transport links, and local amenities—but still feels rooted in its own history and community. Sitting in the City of Salford, just west of Manchester, it's close enough to the action without being swallowed up by it. You've got leafy streets, terraced rows, and some cracking parks, giving it a nice, lived-in feel.

The town's history goes back a fair way, originally a rural spot that gradually grew with coal mining in the 19th century. Once mining kicked off, Walkden expanded rapidly, bringing railways, housing, and a bustling centre into the mix. It became part of the wider Salford borough in the '70s but has always hung on to its identity. It's now home to around 35,000 people, spread across Walkden North and Walkden South, with bits of Little Hulton and Worsley in the mix too. Though the pits have long gone, you'll still hear stories passed down from older generations about how the town was built on hard graft and tight communities.

There's plenty to keep you busy in Walkden and just beyond. Walkden Town Centre is the main hub, full of shops, cafés, and essential services. For a bit of green space, Blackleach Country Park's on your doorstep—a peaceful local nature reserve that's great for walking, running or just catching your breath. Just down the road, Worsley Village is a proper treat, all cobbled streets, canal views, and timbered buildings. From there, you can reach the Bridgewater Canal and take a stroll past some stunning scenery. If you're up for a little exploring, Dunham Massey is only a short drive—managed by the National Trust, it's got a grand house, deer park, and lovely gardens. There's also Ordsall Hall in Salford, a fascinating Tudor manor with English Heritage links, perfect for a quiet wander and a bit of local history.

You're spoiled for choice across Greater Manchester. Manchester city centre's an easy hop, full of galleries, museums, music venues, and shops. There's the Science and Industry Museum for a proper look into the city's industrial past, Manchester Art Gallery for a cultural fix, and the Northern Quarter if you fancy a bite to eat or a rummage through the indie shops. Old Trafford and the Etihad Stadium offer big matchdays, and The Lowry over in Salford Quays hosts everything from theatre to exhibitions. Whether it's nightlife, shopping or a quiet afternoon by the water, there's something nearby to scratch the itch.

Transport-wise, Walkden punches well above its weight. Walkden railway station has regular services into Manchester Victoria, making commuting simple. The nearby A6 runs straight through the town and links easily to the M60 and M61, handy whether you're driving into the city or heading out to the countryside. Buses run frequently and cover most local routes, and for further travel, Manchester Airport is about a 25-minute drive—easy enough for business trips or a quick getaway.

Greater Manchester as a whole is one of the UK's busiest and most diverse urban areas. Made up of ten boroughs, including Salford, it's a proper mix of industry, culture, sport and green space. Since being formed in the 1970s, it's grown into a place that balances history with progress. While Manchester grabs the headlines, towns like Walkden are the backbone of the region—steady, practical, and full of northern character. Whether you're after city life or something a little quieter, there's always something close by.

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

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