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Stockport

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Stockport

Stockport works well as a base: 5 minutes from Burnage, 19km from Snake Pass.

Stockport is a city located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 139,052, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Stockport 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 Stockport to your route.

About Stockport

St Joseph's Church is a Roman Catholic Parish church in Stockport, Greater Manchester, England. It was built from 1861 to 1862 and designed by Matthew Ellison Hadfield. It is situated on St Petersgate, south west of the High Street. Until 31 August 2022 it was the only church in England administered by the Priests of

Read more the Sacred Heart at which date it was transferred to be designated as Eucharistic Shrine for the Diocese of Shrewsbury. As part of this change, times for Eucharistic adoration have been made available in addition to the continued life of the parish. The church building is Grade II listed building.

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Where is Stockport located?

Stockport is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 53.4098 latitude, -2.1576 longitude.

What is the population of Stockport?

Stockport has a population of approximately 139,052 people, making it a city in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
139,052
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
53.4098, -2.1576

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 Stockport

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.

9 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

cafe

Cat and Fiddle Inn

A historic pub near the summit of the A537 Cat and Fiddle Road between Buxton and Macclesfield, once named Britain's most dangerous road and a famous biking destination.

20 km · about 25 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.

20 km · about 25 min drive

famous road

Cat and Fiddle Road

A thrilling moorland road between Macclesfield and Buxton in the Peak District, one of the UK's most famous driving roads.

21 km · about 25 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Cat and Fiddle Viewpoint

A high-altitude viewpoint on the A537 between Macclesfield and Buxton, one of England's highest roads with expansive moorland vistas.

21 km · about 25 min drive

national park

Peak District National Park

Britain's first national park, featuring gritstone edges, limestone dales, and rolling moorland.

23 km · about 25 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Mam Tor

Known as the 'Shivering Mountain' for its unstable layers, this Peak District summit offers spectacular views along the Great Ridge to Lose Hill.

24 km · about 30 min drive

Driving roads near Stockport

  • 19 kmSnake PassA twisting road through the Peak District connecting Sheffield and Manchester, beloved by motorcyclists and driving enthusiasts.
  • 20 kmSnake Pass SummitThe highest point on the A57 crossing the Pennines, with moorland views stretching across the Dark Peak landscape.
  • 21 kmCat and Fiddle RoadA thrilling moorland road between Macclesfield and Buxton in the Peak District, one of the UK's most famous driving roads.
  • 21 kmCat and Fiddle ViewpointA high-altitude viewpoint on the A537 between Macclesfield and Buxton, one of England's highest roads with expansive moorland vistas.
  • 24 kmMam TorKnown as the 'Shivering Mountain' for its unstable layers, this Peak District summit offers spectacular views along the Great Ridge to Lose Hill.
  • 25 kmWinnats PassA steep, narrow limestone gorge with towering pinnacles on either side, creating one of the Peak District's most dramatic drives.

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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