Local Area

The Villages

Irlam and Cadishead are two small suburban villages within Salford, situated between the Manchester Ship Canal on the southern boundary and the expanse of Chat Moss on the northern boundary. Cadishead forms the border between Greater Manchester and Cheshire.

The district has a rich farming and industrial heritage and offers a fine blend of urban and close rural environment. There are defined business and industrial parks and a large number of local shops and small businesses along the length of Liverpool Road – the main thoroughfare through the area.

Whilst still a suburb of Manchester, with all the convenience that suggests, Irlam and Cadishead has a rural ambience which reflects the farmland surroundings. On the border of Warrington and Cheshire, the villages have some of the few remaining farms and natural habitats across Manchester, as well as one of the largest green belt areas.

Liverpool Road runs the length of the district and connects the two villages close to Irlam Station. Originally an A road, it was downgraded to a B road following the introduction of Cadishead Way Bypass.

Transport Links

Ideally located for the commuter, Irlam and Cadishead are within easy reach of Manchester City Centre and have great access to the motorway network: M6, M60, M62 and M56. Check out the current roadworks and closures in the area and the TfGM major events.

Greater Manchester Public Transport website has all the information and journey planning to all networks.

There are frequent bus services to Warrington and Manchester (including the Trafford Centre), which take in the major housing estates across the area.

Irlam Station, situated at the heart of the district, provides excellent links to the national rail network. Trains run regularly to Manchester and Liverpool and all destinations in between, with Direct Trans Pennine trains taking you further afield. The Station House and its surroundings were transformed in 2015 and provide great facilities to rail users including enhanced parking, enabling people to park and ride to their destination.station

Cycle routes throughout the district are increasing and form part of a strategy to expand the provision as well as provide greater connectivity to other areas.

Walking for pleasure, in and around the area is very popular for both mental and physical health. Several routes and pathways have been mapped and are ready to be explored.

National and International flights are available from Manchester and Liverpool airports which are both within easy reach.