Top 10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Marple, England

February 23, 2022 Marianna Hollaway

Discover the best top things to do in Marple, United Kingdom including New Horizons Canal Boat, Dragon Miniature Railway, Marple Locks, Regent Cinema Marple, Bulls Head, Rope Race Climbing Centre, Memorial Park, Brabyns Park, Marple Aqueduct, The Garden House Marple.
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1. New Horizons Canal Boat

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5.0 based on 25 reviews

New Horizons Canal Boat

New Horizons is a purpose built 70ft Narrowboat. She is equiped to take people with disabilities on trips on the canal. She was launched in 1981 and is currently in her 40th year of cruising. The boat has a lift to enable people with mobility issues to enter the main cabin and a fully accessible toilet. Trips are available from April to October, morning, afternoon, all day and in the summer months during the evenings. The trip can go either towards Poynton or towards Whaley Bridge dependant on the requirements of the party or at the skippers discretion. All parties must have at least one person who has a Special Educational Need, Physical or Sensory disability, Speech Language or Communication Need any age related need, eg mobility assistance. All needs covered by the DDA including medical are covered. Our current clients include, local support groups, church groups, care homes and families. See us at Local festivals throughout the year.

2. Dragon Miniature Railway

Marple Garden Centre, Otterspool, Marple, Stockport SK6 3HR England +44 7748 581160 http://dragonrailway.m.webs.com/site/mobile?dm_path=%2Findex.htm&fw_sig_partner=webs&fw_sig_site=23597656&fw_sig_is_admin=0&fw_sig_locale=en-US&fw_sig_api_key=522b0eedffc137c934fc7268582d53a1&fw_sig_tier=0&fw_sig_potential_abuse=1&fw_sig_url=http://www.fr
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5.0 based on 25 reviews

Dragon Miniature Railway

Reviewed By bazonian2015 - Stockport, United Kingdom

I have been going to this railway with my son for most of his 14 years. The railway is independent of the garden centre unlike some others nearby. It has a big oval track, which goes under tunnels.I also has a children's play area which has its own stop which people can get off to play with their children, and can be hired for parties as we have done in the past. It runs every weekend and some weekdays as well. Generally a diesel locomotive or 2 in operation on weekdays and saturdays. And usually a steam engine in operation on sundays. They often have special events. The Christmas decorations are stunning, with a nativity scene, loads of lights. And you can pay extra to get a Santa train to see Santa. Also other special events at other times of the year. They have a shop which sells second hand toys which have been donated. All money goes back into the railway to maintain and develop it. If you are a regular visitor it is worth getting a 10 ride ticket for £8 which saves a little money for regular visitors. It is run by a very committed team of volunteers. A amazing place.

3. Marple Locks

Off Station Road, Marple, Stockport SK6 6AX England http://canalrivertrust.org.uk/places-to-visit/86-marple-locks
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4.5 based on 311 reviews

Marple Locks

This spectacular flight of sixteen working locks - surrounded by some beautiful wooded countryside and scenic walks - raises the canal 209 feet to reach a height of 518 feet above sea level at Marple.

Reviewed By bazonian2015 - Stockport, United Kingdom

We walked from Romiley by the canal seeing all kinds of nature. Fish, baby fish, ducks and ducklings, geese and goslings. Lovely to see the aqueduct stunning views, great to see the locks. Stunning views. A lovely walk.

4. Regent Cinema Marple

Stockport Road, Marple, Stockport SK6 6BJ England +44 161 427 5951 http://www.regent-marple.co.uk
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4.5 based on 182 reviews

Regent Cinema Marple

Reviewed By treaclesmith

a real classic night out, friendly cinema at its best, for only a fiver each, comfy seats, warm cinema, sweets &, drinks & popcorn available from the kiosk, as well as ice cream served at the interval, a great old fashioned cinema showing the latest films.well worth a visit.Parking for a few cars directly outside the cinema. otherwise parking in the asda car park around the side of the cinema, which will take you only a couple of minutes to walk to the cinema.

5. Bulls Head

23 Market Street, Marple, Stockport SK6 7AA England +44 161 427 2013 http://www.bullsheadmarple.robinsonsbrewery.com/contact
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4.5 based on 21 reviews

Bulls Head

6. Rope Race Climbing Centre

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4.5 based on 26 reviews

Rope Race Climbing Centre

Rope Race Climbing Centre is a family business and was opened in June 1993. Our climbing wall offers a unique climbing experience with our featured resin walls designed to challenge the most experienced climber and everyone will recognise our back wall as being based on Pea Pod at Curber. Located on the edge of the Peak Distict, between Stockport and Macclesfield, Manchester, Cheshire and Derbyshire. Our ply walls routes are change on a weekly basis with new and challenging routes added all the time with the added bonus of some of the UK's most technical volumes being designed and built on site. Rope Race bouldering is spread across 2 areas `The Lounge` and `The Palm Room` plus a training area with slack line and finger boards. The `Fat Badger` cafe is a fantastic addition, serving hot and cold food in a chilled environment along with our world famous`Flapjack`

7. Memorial Park

Stockport Road, Marple, Stockport SK6 6AX England +44 161 217 6111 http://www.stockport.gov.uk/marple-memorial-park
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4.5 based on 57 reviews

Memorial Park

Reviewed By bazonian2015 - Stockport, United Kingdom

This is a great local park that connects to Brabyns Park and off from the canal path. Lots of wide open spaces, to walk along. Has a boules playing area along with a, crown green bowling green. Also children's play areas. A place to enjoy all year round for all ages.

8. Brabyns Park

Brabyns Brow, Marple, Stockport SK6 5DT England http://www.stockport.gov.uk/services/leisureculture/parksandrecreation/parkscountry/parks/brabynspark
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4.5 based on 55 reviews

Brabyns Park

Reviewed By bazonian2015 - Stockport, United Kingdom

This is a lovely local park. With wide open tree lined spaces. Walks by the river goyt.a Victorian iron bridge to see, children's play areas and loads more besides.

9. Marple Aqueduct

Peak Forest Canal, Marple, Marple, Stockport England http://oldknows.com/visit/marple-aqueduct
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4.5 based on 22 reviews

Marple Aqueduct

Reviewed By ajgater - Stockport, United Kingdom

The section of the canal including the aquaduct is lovely with fantastic views over the surrounding countryside and further up to the viaduct, well worth a trip just keep your children close!!!!

10. The Garden House Marple

Lakes Road, Marple, Stockport SK6 7DH England +44 161 427 8712 [email protected] http://www.thegardenhousemarple.com
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4.5 based on 79 reviews

The Garden House Marple

The Garden House Farm is one of the few visitor attractions in Marple, a highlight for the general public, local schools and nurseries. Attractions include: animals, a café with a 5 star hygiene rating, an OFSTED inspected nursery, playgrounds, countryside trails and an orchard. The Farm offers significant economic, social and environmental benefits to the local community and relies solely on donations made by visitors. The main attractions are free to all. The Garden House welcomes, encourages and supports children and adults of all abilities.

Reviewed By lousyw

Very helpful and extra friendly staff, thy opened the pig pens just for us, It’s a thrilling place to see so many farm animals so up close. They are all so nice and well kept. The play ground is so well equipped, it’s just so perfect for so many to enjoy, Thank you. I do hope the poor farmer that got stuck in the mud was able to get freed up. Looked like he was a really stuck in the mud lol Glad it’s open and so hope to return one day,

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