3 Reasons Why You Should Be Renting In Ashton-Under-Lyne

Renting a property in Ashton can be an affordable and convenient option for those looking to live in Greater Manchester. With a wide array of properties available and easy access to transportation, the town is a popular choice for renters.

Deep History

Ashton has a rich history, with evidence of human activity in the area going back to the Neolithic period. The market town is home to a number of attractions, including the Portland Basin Museum, Ashton Market and the beautiful Peak District is visible from all over the town.

In the Middle Ages, Ashton-under-Lyne was an important centre for the wool trade, and the town's market dates back to at least the 1300s. In the 16th century the town's fortunes were boosted by the discovery of a coal seam, and the first coal mine soon followed in 1569.

As time progressed, the town's economy diversified, with engineering and electrical goods manufacturing becoming important industries in the 19th century. Like much of the industrial hubs, Ashton was tragically bombed in WW2 with many of it’s historic buildings destroyed.

The Great Outdoors

Ladybower Reservoir, Derbyshire

Renting a room in Ashton means you’ve got mother nature right on your doorstep. The Peak District National Park is the UK’s oldest national park, an area of great natural beauty and is home to many stunning landscapes, including hills, valleys, moors, and forests.

Even nearer to home is the Tameside Trail, a 32 mile trail that goes through nine towns, nature reserves and country parks. Split into 8 bitesize chunks, you can enjoy the trail at your leisure if you don’t fancy the full 32 mile slog. For more information on the great outdoors spaces in and around Ashton-Under-Lyne then head to the Tameside website for an extensive list.

One of our nearby Peak District highlights includes The Trinnacle on The Dovestone Trail, a stunning rock formation that we recommend accessing via the waterfalls of Greenfield Brook, but beware, it’s a pretty scrambly route but well worth the climb.

Affordability

Renting in Ashton is more affordable than many other areas of Greater Manchester, allowing residents a lower cost of living to make their money go further. Combined with excellent transport links, the lower costs of living in Ashton-Under-Lyne provides access to all the best that Manchester has to offer with quiet market town living.

Ashton Market Hall is open Monday to Friday with a wide array of traders offering great value, one of our favourites is grocer Strawberry Garden. Buying veg from green grocers allows you to buy the fruit and veg you want in quantities that suit you, and provides an opportunity to buy seasonally and save money by reducing your food waste.

These are just a few of the reasons to rent a room in Ashton. If you already call Ashton-Under-Lyne home, or are considering a change of scenery, then why not consider joining the new community we are forming at WOHO Ashton.