Top Things to do in Marple
Top Restaurants in Marple
6 Things to do Good for Big Groups in Marple That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Marple, United Kingdom including New Horizons Canal Boat, Dragon Miniature Railway, Marple Locks, Rope Race Climbing Centre, Memorial Park, The Garden House Marple.
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1. New Horizons Canal Boat
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 25 reviews
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
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 25 reviews
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
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 311 reviews
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. Rope Race Climbing Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
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`
5. Memorial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 57 reviews
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.
6. The Garden House Marple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 79 reviews
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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