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Ashton Canal, Droylsden
Welcome sign at Droylsden, in Tameside, Greater Manchester, England.
Town centre of Droyslden, Greater 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 a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 23,689, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Droylsden sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Droylsden to your route.

About Droylsden

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 early

Read 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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Where is Droylsden located?

Droylsden is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 53.4800 latitude, -2.1454 longitude.

What is the population of Droylsden?

Droylsden has a population of approximately 23,689 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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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

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

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.

cafe

Rapha Clubhouse Manchester

Manchester's cycling culture hub offering specialty coffee, kit, and a community space for riding enthusiasts.

6 km · about 10 min 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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