Reader Norman Wall took this picture of the bridge in Brabyns Park, Marple, surrounded by Autumn colours. For Stockport Express big picture (Image: Stockport Express) The quaint village of Marple Bridge, straddling the serene River Goyt, stands as a picturesque gem within the Greater Manchester area. Nestled snugly in the borough of Stockport, this tranquil haven is just a stone's throw from Manchester's city centre, accessible with a brief train journey yet worlds apart from urban clamour.
Lying on the Hope Valley Line connecting Manchester with Sheffield, Marple Bridge welcomes visitors with its charming watercourses, historic stone architecture, and a vibrant high street peppered with unique boutiques and eateries. Not far from its neighbouring town , Marplerumoured to have sparked the imagination of Agatha Christie for her renowned character Miss Marple and once dubbed "the jewel of the Cheshire Alps" by artist Eric JacksonMarple Bridge serves as the perfect gateway to the Peak District 's great expanses. The establishment of Marple railway station in 1865 marked a turning point for Marple Bridge, as it beckoned greater waves of nature-seeking tourists .
Those yearning for pastoral charms flocked to local businesses, where an assortment of teas, blooms, and keepsakes awaited their indulgence. function loadOvpScript(){let el=document.createElement('script');el.
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