Ashton Under Lyne hotels

Hotels in Ashton Under Lyne

If you're planning to stay at a hotel in Ashton-under-Lyne in Greater Manchester then be sure to take a good look at all that's going on in and around this busy market town. Set within the foothills of the Pennines, Ashton was an important mill town by the mid-19th century, while today it is home to one of the largest markets in the UK.

Shopping

A good number of the visitors who set foot in Ashton-under-Lyne come to spend time at its top attraction, a huge indoor and outdoor market that is open throughout the week and attracts thousands of shoppers every day. You'll find a wide range of stalls selling everything from fresh local produce and vintage clothing through to gifts, sweets and craft items.

Activities and entertainment

There's plenty of fun for all the family to be had at Ashton Moss Leisure Park including indoor tenpin bowling lanes and a multiplex cinema. The Fun Depot on Mossley Road has a massive play area for children aged four and upwards, along with party rooms and sports courts.

For an educational day out, Park Bridge Heritage Centre on the outskirts of Ashton-under-Lyne is a great option. Discover the history of the Park Bridge Ironworks and find out how the area has now become home to a wealth of wildlife. Back in town, the Museum of the Manchester Regiment tells the story of the soldiers who served between 1758 and 1958.

Dining out

If you're staying at one of our Ashton-under-Lyne hotels you'll have no shortage of excellent dining options to choose from. Pinocchio on Old Street is a great choice for Italian dishes, while

Lily's Vegetarian Indian Cuisine on Oldham Road is regarded as one of the area's hidden gems. The Junction Inn on Mossley Road is known for its friendly service and first class food.

Thanks to Greater Manchester's Metrolink tram system, the city centre, with its own impressive range of culinary options, is within easy reach.