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Moss Side Tourist Information


Moss side is a beautiful residential district situated in the north west of Manchester. It is only two miles away from the city centre. It has a very good community spirit resulting from the variety of cultures in the community. According to the United Kingdom Census (2''1) it has a population of 1',977. This population is made up of 48.25% white, 31.83% black, 9.37% Asian, 7.45%mixed and 3.1'% other.

Moss side is very close to some of the major amenities in Manchester. Old Trafford football stadium and Cricket ground is only about 1-2 miles away from Moss side. There is a brewery on the corner of Moss Lane East and Princess Road.

The area is home to Alexandra Park, the biggest park in the community where the yearly carnival is held. The area is well known for its Caribbean shops, carnival, hair salons and barber shops. Some of these facilities are regularly used by famous people.

Previously the area had a bad reputation due to its crime rate and was socially excluded. However, thanks to recent regeneration and the reduction in crime rate in the area it is now proving to be a popular place to live and visit.

Description by Sherine Campbell

 

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What's near Moss Side

Attractions:
  Pleasure Beach Blackpool  5 Miles
  Blackpool Sea Life Centre  6 Miles
  Botanic Gardens Museum  6 Miles
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Towns:
  Lytham St. Annes  1 Mile
  Wrea Green  2 Miles
  Plumpton  2 Miles
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Estate Agents:
  Moving Works  1 Mile
  Entwistle Green  3 Miles
  Bairstow Eves Countrywide  3 Miles
Hotels:
  Clifton Park Hotel  3 Miles
  St Ives Hotel  3 Miles
  Inn on the Prom at the Fernlea  3 Miles
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Self Catering:
  Stoneleigh Holiday Apartments  3 Miles
  Berkswell Holiday Apartments  5 Miles
  Gladwyn  5 Miles
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Campsites:
  Marton Mere Holiday Village  4 Miles
  Stanah House Caravan Park  8 Miles
  Plexmoss Caravan Park  10 Miles

Cinema: Odeon Blackpool  6 Miles

TIC: Lytham St Annes Tourist Information Centre     Tel: 01253 725610  3 Miles


Attractions near Moss Side
Pleasure Beach Blackpool (5 Miles)*
Welcome to Blackpool Pleasure Beach - Britain's most popular tourist attraction with over 145 rides, attractions and shows.
Blackpool Sea Life Centre (6 Miles)*
Welcome to Blackpool Sea Life Centre, one of the most fascinating, exciting and educational underwater adventures.
Botanic Gardens Museum (6 Miles)*
The Botanic Gardens Museum is situated in the Botanic Gardens in Churchtown. The collection includes local history and natural history displays, and a re-creation of a period Victorian room.
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Towns near Moss Side
Lytham St. Annes Tourist Information (1 Mile)*
In contrast to Blackpool, just along the cost is Lytham, here you can enjoy peaceful parks, beautiful gardens and admire the old half-timbered buildings. There is a fine promenade and lovely sandy beach.
Wrea Green Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
Plumpton Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
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Hotels near Moss Side
Clifton Park Hotel (3 Miles)*
Just a ten minute drive from Blackpool's bustling centre the Clifton Park Hotel is situated in the popular seaside resort of Lytham St Anne's, a haven of tranquillity.
St Ives Hotel (3 Miles)*
Overlooking the beach, pier and promenade. All the comfortable bedrooms have satellite television, telephone, tea and coffee making facilities and baby listening service.
Inn on the Prom at the Fernlea (3 Miles)*
The Inn on the Prom at the Fernlea is a superb leisure hotel ideally situated on the South Promenade in St Anne's On Sea. Guests benefit from easy access to nearby Blackpool with it's numerous holiday attractions.
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Self Catering near Moss Side
Stoneleigh Holiday Apartments (3 Miles)*
Stoneleigh is a beautiful stone faced Poritt building typical of traditional St. Annes. We are 200 metres from the Beach, 50 metres from Ashton Gardens and only a short walk to St. Annes square and the main shopping area. Blackpool
Berkswell Holiday Apartments (5 Miles)*
The Berkswell Holiday Apartments offer 5 select self-contained, self-catering units which sleep from 2 - 5 persons.
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