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Rapha Clubhouse Manchester
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Droylsden
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Droylsden
Droylsden works well as a base: 5 minutes from Dukinfield, 19km from Snake Pass.
Droylsden is in England, United Kingdom, with about 24,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Dukinfield, about 4 km away.
Droylsden is a town in Tameside, Greater Manchester, England, 4 miles (6.4 km) east of Manchester city centre, with a population at the 2011 Census of 22,689.
Within the boundaries of the historic county of Lancashire, in the mid-19th century Droylsden grew as a mill town on the Ashton canal. Beginning in the earlyRead more
1930s, Droylsden's population expanded rapidly as it became a housing overflow area for neighbouring Manchester.
Since 1785, the Fairfield area of Droylsden has been home to a Moravian Church.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Droylsden?
Within an hour or so of Droylsden: Rapha Clubhouse Manchester (6 km), Lyme Park (Pemberley, 1995 Pride and Prejudice) (17 km), Kinder Downfall (18 km), Snake Pass (19 km).
Are there any good drives near Droylsden?
The nearest famous roads are Snake Pass, Holme Moss and Woodhead Pass.
Where is Droylsden?
Droylsden is in England, United Kingdom, about 4 km from Dukinfield.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 23,689
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 53.4800, -2.1454
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in United Kingdom
112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.
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Worth the detour from Droylsden
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
film location
Lyme Park (Pemberley, 1995 Pride and Prejudice)
The lake at Lyme Park is where Colin Firth's Mr Darcy emerges from the water in the BBC serial.
17 km · about 20 min drive
waterfall
Kinder Downfall
The Peak's highest waterfall at 30m, famously blown back up the cliff as spray in a westerly wind.
18 km · about 20 min drive
famous road
Snake Pass
A twisting road through the Peak District connecting Sheffield and Manchester, beloved by motorcyclists and driving enthusiasts.
19 km · about 20 min drive
scenic viewpoint
Snake Pass Summit
The highest point on the A57 crossing the Pennines, with moorland views stretching across the Dark Peak landscape.
19 km · about 20 min drive
famous road
Snake Pass (A57)
The Woodhead-era Telford road over the Pennines between Glossop and the Ladybower reservoirs, with fast curves and frequent winter closures.
19 km · about 20 min drive
mountain pass
Woodhead Pass
The A628 trans-Pennine route over bleak moorland past the Woodhead reservoirs, frequently closed by snow and high winds.
20 km · about 25 min drive
mountain pass
Holme Moss
A 524 m Pennine pass on the A6024 topped by a landmark transmitter mast, a celebrated cycling climb used in the 2014 Tour de France.
20 km · about 25 min drive
Driving roads near Droylsden
8 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 60km.
- 19 kmSnake PassA twisting road through the Peak District connecting Sheffield and Manchester, beloved by motorcyclists and driving enthusiasts.
- 19 kmSnake Pass SummitThe highest point on the A57 crossing the Pennines, with moorland views stretching across the Dark Peak landscape.
- 19 kmSnake Pass (A57)The Woodhead-era Telford road over the Pennines between Glossop and the Ladybower reservoirs, with fast curves and frequent winter closures.
- 20 kmWoodhead PassThe A628 trans-Pennine route over bleak moorland past the Woodhead reservoirs, frequently closed by snow and high winds.
- 20 kmHolme MossA 524 m Pennine pass on the A6024 topped by a landmark transmitter mast, a celebrated cycling climb used in the 2014 Tour de France.
- 21 kmKinder ScoutThe Peak District's highest ground at 636m, site of the 1932 Mass Trespass that led to Britain's national parks and right to roam.
Driving in United Kingdom
- Drives on
- the left
- Petrol
- ~€1.73/litre
- Motorway tolls
- None
When to drive here
April to October
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