- Recommended
Marple Local History Museum
Volunteer-run local history museum with exhibits on Samuel Oldknow, canals, industry, and daily life in Marple and surrounding villages.
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2:48 PM0h21Manchester3:09 PMMarple$51One-way0 transfers
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Things to do in Marple
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- Recommended
Mellor Heritage Centre
Nearby heritage centre in a historic setting with exhibitions on village history, archaeology, and landscape, suitable for a short cultural visit.
Mellor Mill and Lime Kilns
Working water-powered lime kiln site with displays on quarrying and transport. A distinctive industrial heritage stop on the canal route.
- Must visit
Peak Forest Canal Towpath
Popular canal-and-woodland walk linking the locks, aqueduct, and river valley. Ideal for gentle sightseeing, photography, and boat watching.
- Recommended
Memorial Park
Large public park with riverside paths, sports facilities, and open green space close to the centre. Good for a relaxed break or family walk.
- Recommended
Marple Bridge
Picturesque village area east of Marple with stone buildings, riverside scenery, and access to woodland and valley walks.
- Vegetarian
Stockport Oatcake
A crisp oatcake baked on a griddle, long linked with nearby Stockport and Greater Manchester. Traditionally eaten with butter or cheese as a simple local staple.
- Gluten-free
Lancashire Hotpot
A hearty hotpot of lamb, onions and stock topped with sliced potatoes. It is a classic North West comfort dish long associated with Lancashire and Greater Manchester.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Black Peas
Slow-cooked black peas, often seasoned with vinegar, traditionally sold at fairs and on Bonfire Night across Greater Manchester and Lancashire.
Libby's Bread and Wine
Stylish restaurant and bar in Marple serving modern British and Mediterranean-influenced dishes in a smart but easygoing setting.
Royal Scot
Popular Indian restaurant in Marple known for curries, tandoori dishes and a comfortable neighbourhood dining room.
The Norfolk Arms
Traditional pub in Marple Bridge serving British classics, cask ales and a relaxed local atmosphere by the river.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for Greater Manchester. Dining and local transport are reasonable, but accommodation nearby can raise trip costs versus smaller UK towns.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is welcome.
station information and services
Train stations in Marple
Check where to Marple trains depart and arrive, plus the main train station details for this route.
Rose Hill MarpleRose Hill Marple station, Railway Road, off Stockport Road, Marple, Cheshire, SK6 6EE
City-centre transport
Getting to Rose Hill Marple from Marple city centre
Bus384, 385, 358 · 2m · $2 · every ~16 min
Rose Hill Marple train station facilities and services
Rose Hill Marple has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rose Hill Marple.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rose Hill Marple.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rose Hill Marple: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Rose Hill Marple: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rose Hill Marple: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Services Towards Manchester : Level access from the car park onto the platform, or along a ramp (50 paces, 1:10 slope) from Stockport Road onto the platform. Access onto trains by means of wheelchair ramp is dependent on the type of train. Contact Travel Assistance Helpline for information, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
MarpleMarple station, Brabyns Brow, Marple, Cheshire, SK6 7DA+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Marple from Marple city centre
Bus394 · 2m · $8 · every ~1 min
Marple train station facilities and services
Marple has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Marple.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Marple.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Marple: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Marple: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Marple: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Lifts are now provided at this station, available from first to last train. Alternatively, level access from the car park into the ticket hall and onto Sheffield platform or, when the ticket hall is closed, through a 3ft wide gate to the left of the ticket hall onto the platform. For Manchester platform turn right from ticket hall entrance onto Sheffield platform and walk 33 paces to the footbridge, up 20 steps and across the footbridge (15 paces) and down 20 steps onto the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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