Stretford
Settlement in Lancashire
England
Stretford
Stretford is a town located in Lancashire, England. Situated in the metropolitan borough of Trafford, it lies approximately three miles southwest of the city of Manchester. Stretford is bounded by the River Mersey to the south, which separates it from Sale, and it shares borders with Chorlton-cum-Hardy to the east and Urmston to the west.
Historically, Stretford was a rural area known for its agriculture and farming. However, it experienced significant industrialization during the 19th century, particularly with the establishment of the Trafford Park industrial estate in 1896. This led to the rapid growth of Stretford as many workers settled in the area to be close to employment opportunities.
Today, Stretford is a vibrant and diverse town with a population of around 50,000 people. It boasts a range of amenities, including shopping centers, restaurants, and leisure facilities. The town is home to Old Trafford, one of the most famous football stadiums in the world and the residence of Manchester United Football Club.
Transport links in Stretford are excellent, with easy access to major roads such as the M60 motorway, providing connections to other parts of Greater Manchester and beyond. Stretford also benefits from several Metrolink tram stops, facilitating convenient travel within the region.
Overall, Stretford offers a blend of industrial heritage, modern amenities, and sporting significance, making it an attractive place to live and visit in Lancashire.
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Stretford is located at Grid Ref: SJ8095 (Lat: 53.451395, Lng: -2.291344)
Unitary Authority: Trafford
Police Authority: Greater Manchester
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Nearby Amenities
Located within 500m of 53.451395,-2.291344Bus Stop
Greatstone Road/B & Q
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 1800SJ32151
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Network: TfGM
Public Transport: platform
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Source: naptan_import
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Lat/Long: 53.4553408/-2.2902021
Bus Stop
Greatstone Road/B & Q
Bus: yes
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Network: TfGM
Public Transport: platform
Route Ref: School Buses Only
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
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Lat/Long: 53.4551709/-2.2897605
Bus Stop
The Quadrant/Greatstone Road
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 1800SJ32171
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Network: TfGM
Public Transport: platform
Route Ref: 15
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Lat/Long: 53.4530017/-2.2866885
Bus Stop
The Quadrant/Greatstone Road
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 1800SJ32181
Naptan Bearing: NW
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Naptan Indicator: Library
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Naptan Verified: no
Network: TfGM
Public Transport: platform
Route Ref: 15
Source: naptan_import
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Bus Stop
Kings Road/The Quadrant
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 1800SJ32191
Naptan Bearing: NE
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Naptan Indicator: House 346
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Naptan Verified: no
Network: TfGM
Public Transport: platform
Route Ref: 15
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.4522902/-2.2877996
Bus Stop
Kings Road/Kings Terrace
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 1800SJ32201
Naptan Bearing: NE
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Naptan Verified: no
Network: TfGM
Public Transport: platform
Route Ref: 15
Source: naptan_import
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Bus Stop
Kings Road/Kings Terrace
Bus: yes
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Network: TfGM
Public Transport: platform
Route Ref: 15
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.4514112/-2.2902458
Bus Stop
Kings Road/Cromwell Road
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 1800SJ32221
Naptan Bearing: NE
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Naptan Indicator: House 438
Naptan Landmark: HOUSE 438
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Naptan Verified: no
Network: TfGM
Public Transport: platform
Route Ref: 15
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.4507301/-2.293338
Bus Stop
Kings Road/Marston Road
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 1800SJ32231
Naptan Bearing: SW
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Naptan Verified: no
Network: TfGM
Public Transport: platform
Route Ref: 15
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.4500768/-2.2947584
Bus Stop
Kings Road/Marston Road
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 1800SJ32241
Naptan Bearing: NE
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Naptan Landmark: SUB STATION
Naptan NaptanCode: manjtgpd
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: MNCRPIC
Naptan ShortCommonName: Marston Road
Naptan Street: KINGS ROAD
Naptan Verified: no
Network: TfGM
Public Transport: platform
Route Ref: 15
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.4498775/-2.2960292
Bus Stop
Renton Road/Milton Road
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 1800SJ00701
Naptan Bearing: NE
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Naptan Indicator: Factory Yard
Naptan Landmark: FACTORY
Naptan NaptanCode: manjmpdp
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: MNCRPIC
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Naptan Verified: no
Network: TfGM
Public Transport: platform
Route Ref: Not In Use
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.4521973/-2.2962487
Bus Stop
Talbot Road/Gorse Hill Park
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 1800SJ16921
Naptan Bearing: SW
Naptan CommonName: Talbot Road/Gorse Hill Park
Naptan Indicator: Chip Shop
Naptan Landmark: PARK
Naptan NaptanCode: manjtdjt
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: MNCRPIC
Naptan ShortCommonName: Gorse Hill Park
Naptan Street: TALBOT ROAD
Naptan Verified: no
Network: TfGM
Public Transport: platform
Route Ref: Match Days Only
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 53.4547609/-2.2943835
Bus Stop
Talbot Road/Gorse Hill Park
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 1800SJ16931
Naptan Bearing: NE
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Public Transport: platform
Route Ref: 253;Match Days Only
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 53.4546788/-2.2949405
Pub
The Quadrant
Addr Postcode: M32 8GR
Fhrs Id: 574141
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 53.4530996/-2.2867539
Sunrise Windows
Cafe
Bread and Breakfast
Addr Postcode: M32 8GR
Fhrs Id: 977960
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 53.4528608/-2.2861638
Quadrant Barber
Operator: Electricity North West
Power: substation
Substation: minor_distribution
Website: https://www.enwl.co.uk
Lat/Long: 53.4476633/-2.295279
Filter Express
Street Ninja Youth Collective
Fast Food
Bei Jing
Addr Postcode: M32 8GR
Cuisine: chinese
Fhrs Id: 1286886
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 53.4530101/-2.2863248
Auto Express
Quadrant Local
Addr Postcode: M32 8GR
Fhrs Id: 120601
Shop: convenience
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 53.452832/-2.2859975
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Ref: M32 218
Lat/Long: 53.4553849/-2.2925175
Place Of Worship
The Potters House Church
Religion: christian
Lat/Long: 53.4533423/-2.297199
Late Shop
Opening Hours: Mo-Fr 07:00-23:00; Sa,Su 08:00-23:00
Shop: beverages
Lat/Long: 53.4531107/-2.2871308
Car Rental
Enterprise
Brand: Enterprise
Brand Wikidata: Q17085454
Brand Wikipedia: en:Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Official Name: Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Lat/Long: 53.4530267/-2.2977754
Centrum.uk.com
Fast Food
Pizzapoint
Addr Postcode: M16 0HH
Cuisine: pizza
Fhrs Id: 807272
Phone: +44 161 881 1899
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 53.4528409/-2.28587
Accountants
Michael Chung & Co.
Crossing
Button Operated: yes
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Ref: puffin
Kerb: flush
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 53.4537044/-2.2969371
Fast Food
The Flamin' Chicken
Addr City: Stretford
Addr Housenumber: 65
Addr Postcode: M32 8GR
Addr Street: Great Stone Road
Cuisine: chicken
Delivery: yes
Opening Hours: Mo-Su 11:30-22:30
Phone: +44 161 861 0786
Takeaway: yes
Website: https://www.theflaminchicken.com/
Lat/Long: 53.4530655/-2.287069
Carcare Centre
A1 Tyres & Tracking
Pharmacy
C & T Pharmacy
Addr Postcode: M32 8GR
Fhrs Id: 616311
Healthcare: pharmacy
Phone: +44 161 881 4777
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 53.453046/-2.2864093
Fast Food
Ming Dynasty
Addr Housenumber: 237
Addr Postcode: M32 0YW
Addr Street: Talbot Road
Cuisine: chinese;fish_and_chips
Delivery: yes
Fhrs Id: 120512
Opening Hours: Mo-Th 11:30-14:00, 17:00-22:30; Fr 11:00-14:00, 17:00-23:00; Sa 17:00-23:00
Phone: +44 161 865 2828
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Takeaway: only
Lat/Long: 53.4546273/-2.2943353
Restaurant
Shiva Tandoori & Balti House
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 17:15; Sa 12:00
Ref: M32 74
Lat/Long: 53.4531251/-2.287285
Old Phone: +44 161 865 1939
Removed Amenity: telephone
Lat/Long: 53.4534961/-2.2972185
Chothia Brothers
Addr Housenumber: 235
Addr Postcode: M32 0YW
Addr Street: Talbot Road
Phone: +44 161 865 2834
Shop: newsagent
Lat/Long: 53.4547054/-2.2941681
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: no
Crossing Markings: no
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 53.4523178/-2.2870763
Cafe
Cookhouse
Addr Housenumber: 239
Addr Postcode: M32 0YW
Addr Street: Talbot Road
Cuisine: sandwich
Internet Access: wlan
Internet Access Fee: no
Opening Hours: Mo-Fr 08:00-14:00; Sa-Su 09:00-14:00
Phone: +44 161 866 9845
Lat/Long: 53.4546103/-2.2943848
Restaurant
Blue Nile Café
Addr City: Stretford
Addr Housenumber: 289
Addr Postcode: M32 0YA
Addr Street: Talbot Road
Capacity: 25
Cuisine: ethiopian
Opening Hours: Tu-Fr 11:00-14:00; Tu 16:00-18:00; We-Fr 16:00-21:00; Sa-Su 11:00-21:00
Outdoor Seating: no
Phone: +44 7983 584109
Website: https://bluenilecafe.wordpress.com/
Lat/Long: 53.4531406/-2.2977601
Barrier: bollard
Bicycle: yes
Foot: yes
Motor Vehicle: no
Lat/Long: 53.4486445/-2.2915167
Crossing
Crossing: uncontrolled
Crossing Ref: zebra
Lat/Long: 53.4473102/-2.2926634
Crossing
Crossing: uncontrolled
Crossing Ref: zebra
Lat/Long: 53.4473491/-2.2924347
Barrier: block
Bicycle: yes
Foot: yes
Material: wood
Motor Vehicle: no
Lat/Long: 53.4475588/-2.2948608
Backrest: no
Covered: no
Leisure: picnic_table
Lat/Long: 53.4501279/-2.2909483
Backrest: no
Covered: no
Leisure: picnic_table
Lat/Long: 53.4499797/-2.2913812
Colour: blue
Disc Golf: tee
Par: 3
Ref: 18
Lat/Long: 53.4492441/-2.2896627
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: stands
Covered: no
Fee: no
Lat/Long: 53.4484485/-2.2911438
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