Mid Reddish

Settlement in Lancashire

England

Mid Reddish

A weir on the River Tame, Reddish Vale Country Park The River Tame (Greater Manchester), not to be confused with its namesake in the West Midlands, rises on Denshaw Moor. Its catchment lies mainly on the western flank of the Pennines. The named river starts as compensation flow from Readycon Dean Reservoir in the moors above Denshaw. The source is a little further north, just over the county border in West Yorkshire, close to the Pennine Way. The highest point of the catchment is Greater Manchester&#039;s highest point at Black Chew Head.

The river flows generally south through Delph, Uppermill, Mossley, Stalybridge, Ashton-under-Lyne, Dukinfield, Haughton Green, Denton and Hyde. After Mossley the river marks much of the historical boundary dividing Cheshire and Lancashire, before its confluence with the River Goyt to form the River Mersey at Stockport. — A weir on the River Tame, Reddish Vale Country Park Credit: habiloid

Mid Reddish is a small village located in the county of Lancashire, England. Situated approximately 5 miles southeast of Manchester city center, it falls within the Metropolitan Borough of Stockport. The village lies on the eastern bank of the River Tame and is bordered by the neighboring areas of Reddish, Gorton, and Denton.

Historically, Mid Reddish was primarily an agricultural community, but it underwent significant industrialization during the 19th century. The village became known for its cotton mills, which played a crucial role in the region's textile industry. However, as the textile industry declined in the 20th century, the village transitioned into a predominantly residential area.

Today, Mid Reddish offers a mix of housing options, ranging from Victorian terraced houses to more modern developments. The village maintains a close-knit community feel, with a range of local amenities including shops, schools, and recreational facilities. The nearby Reddish Vale Country Park provides residents with green spaces and scenic walking trails along the river.

Transport links to Mid Reddish are convenient, with regular bus services connecting the village to surrounding areas. The nearby M60 motorway allows for easy access to Manchester and other parts of Greater Manchester. Additionally, Reddish North railway station provides train services to Manchester Piccadilly, Stockport, and beyond.

Overall, Mid Reddish is a charming village that combines its industrial heritage with a peaceful residential environment, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a suburban lifestyle within easy reach of city amenities.

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Mid Reddish Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.435072/-2.1637434 or Grid Reference SJ8993. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A weir on the River Tame, Reddish Vale Country Park

The River Tame (Greater Manchester), not to be confused with its namesake in the West Midlands, rises on Denshaw Moor. Its catchment lies mainly on the western flank of the Pennines. The named river starts as compensation flow from Readycon Dean Reservoir in the moors above Denshaw. The source is a little further north, just over the county border in West Yorkshire, close to the Pennine Way. The highest point of the catchment is Greater Manchester's highest point at Black Chew Head. The river flows generally south through Delph, Uppermill, Mossley, Stalybridge, Ashton-under-Lyne, Dukinfield, Haughton Green, Denton and Hyde. After Mossley the river marks much of the historical boundary dividing Cheshire and Lancashire, before its confluence with the River Goyt to form the River Mersey at Stockport.

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A weir on the River Tame, Reddish Vale Country Park

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Old Boundary Marker near Holt Wood in Reddish Vale

Boundary Marker beside the Tameside Trail footpath in Reddish Vale, south of Holt Wood. Formerly on the boundary of Denton, Lancashire and Brinnington, Cheshire, Brinnington became part of Bredbury in 1902, then Bredbury and Romiley in 1936. Now entirely in an unparished part of Tameside Metropolitan District. Without an inscription its date and function is unclear. Milestone Society National ID: LA_DENTON01bm

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Tame Viaduct, Reddish Vale

Impressive fourteen-arch wading through the River Tame. Built in 1875 for the Sheffield and Midland Railways Committee. Grade II listed.

Stephen Richards

Reddish Vale Railway Viaduct

Colin Park

Lenham Towers, Brinnington

One of several apartment blocks on the estate, viewed from the 7th floor of the adjacent block.

Roger May

Reddish Vale Country Park

The Trans Pennine Trail long distance path passes through this grid square, which is almost entirely the Reddish Vale Country Park. The park was formerly an industrial site with a calico print works amongst other factories and the lakes in the park provided the water to the mills.

Dennis Turner

River Tame going under the Reddish - New Mills, Buxton Railway Viaduct

David Fox

Brinnington station

Peter Whatley

Brinnington station booking office

A classic Greater Manchester PTE structure for station renewals or, as in this case, a brand new station to serve new housing areas.

Peter Whatley

Reddish Vale Viaduct

A railway viaduct across the River Tame.

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Brinnington station - shiny and new

Only recently opened as a new station for a large housing area, Brinnington station was built to a standard design used in several other places in Greater Manchester in the mid-1970s. The "lean-to" on the left was, I think, a cycle store, but it didn't last long. For a 1989 comparative view, see: Link.

Peter Whatley