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Wilmslow
Spend a half‑day visiting St Bartholomew's Church, Lindow Moss and Quarry Bank; stay overnight if you want a relaxed pace.
Wilmslow is a small affluent town in Cheshire with a railway station, easy links to Manchester and London, and a handful of heritage sites that can be seen in a few hours. One day covers the main sights; an extra night lets you explore the National Trust museum and enjoy local pubs without rushing.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- GBP
- Best months
- May–Sep
- avoid Dec–Feb (short daylight, cooler weather)
- Airport
- MAN
- Nights
- 1
Not a trip line yet
Rules in force · 8Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Britain and Ireland ↗Neither the UK nor Ireland is part of Schengen: days spent here do not count towards the 90/180-day Schengen limit, and a Schengen visa does not admit you to either country.
- Britain and Ireland ↗The island of Ireland runs on two currencies: euro in the Republic, pound sterling in Northern Ireland and Great Britain. Carry a card that pays in both without fees.
- Britain and Ireland ↗Both islands drive on the left. Speed limits are in miles per hour in the UK (including Northern Ireland) and in kilometres per hour in the Republic of Ireland.
- United Kingdom ↗Most visitors who do not need a UK visa now need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travelling; this includes EU nationals. Irish citizens are exempt. Check the UK government site for your passport.
- United Kingdom ↗The UK is outside the EU and the Schengen area; a Schengen visa is not valid for the UK.
- United Kingdom ↗Driving is on the left; London has congestion and emissions charges for most vehicles, so do not drive in the city.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Wilmslow999 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Wilmslow, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the pound sterling (GBP, £).United Kingdom-wide
- SIM or eSIMEE, Vodafone (merged with Three in 2025) and O2 run the networks; prepaid SIMs sell in supermarkets, phone shops and airport vending machines…United Kingdom-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe everywhere.United Kingdom-wide
- TippingcheckRestaurant with table service: 10–12.5% if no service charge is on the bill; check before adding more.United Kingdom-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets G. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): fits · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United Kingdom-wide
- SafetyWilmslow has a low crime rate comparable to the national average; stay aware of typical town‑centre nightlife crowds, especially on weekend evenings.
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- RestroomsPublic toilets are scarce and some charge 50p–£1 (≈ US$2) or are card-only.United Kingdom-wide
- Emergency numbers999 police · 999 fire and ambulance · 101 Non‑emergency police
- Sundays & holidaysShops in England and Wales open six hours on Sundays (usually 10:00 or 11:00–16:00 or 17:00).Shops in England and Wales open six hours on Sundays (usually 10:00 AM or 11:00 AM–4:00 PM or 5:00 PM).United Kingdom-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportMAN Manchester Airport (4 mi away; regular train to Wilmslow).
- Getting aroundThe town centre is walkable (most shops and St Bartholomew's Church within 10 min).
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- MAN Manchester Airport (4 mi away; regular train to Wilmslow)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Feb
Avoid
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Mar
not flagged
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Apr
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
May
Best
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Jun
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Jul
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Aug
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Sep
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Oct
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Nov
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Dec
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Best: May–Sep. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)), coolest Jan (1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C) low), wettest Jan (15 rain days), driest Jul (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Wilmslow: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
15 rd
Feb
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
12 rd
Mar
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
10 rd
Apr
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
8 rd
May
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
7 rd
Jun
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
6 rd
Jul
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5 rd
Aug
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6 rd
Sep
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
8 rd
Oct
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
10 rd
Nov
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
13 rd
Dec
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
15 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The town centre is walkable (most shops and St Bartholomew's Church within 10 min). Quarry Bank and Avro Heritage Museum are a short drive or taxi ride (about 5–10 min). Local buses are infrequent; the train is best for regional trips.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Manchester
goDoor to door: ≈30 min
Train from Wilmslow to Manchester Piccadilly, about 20 min (hourly service)
City centre attractions within walking distance.
Altrincham
goDoor to door: ≈25 min
Train to Altrincham, about 15 min, then walk
Historic market town, good for a quick stroll.
Stockport
goDoor to door: ≈35 min
Train to Stockport, about 20 min
Industrial heritage museum and riverside walk.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Premier Inn Manchester Wilmslow
Close to the town centre and station; good for one night.
Wilmslow Lodge
Boutique B&B on Alderley Rd; convenient for walking to sights.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- £50–£80 (≈ US$70–110) excl. bed
- Mid
- £80–£130 (≈ US$110–180) excl. bed
- High
- £130 (≈ US$180)+ excl. bed
Watch out
Safety
- Trains run roughly hourly; check the latest timetable for weekend changes.
- Quarry Bank entry is £19 (≈ US$30) adult, £9.50 (≈ US$13) child (2026 estimate); National Trust members free.
- Lindow Moss has no facilities; bring water and wear sturdy shoes.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 999
- Fire and ambulance
- 999
- Non‑emergency police
- 101
- Emergency (112)
- 112
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Emergency
- Police999
- Fire and ambulance999
- Non‑emergency police101
- Emergency (112)112
Embassy
US consulate in Manchester; other nations have consulates in London.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- London Euston → Wilmslow (train): about £30–£45 (≈ US$40–60), 2 h (check)
- Manchester Airport → Wilmslow (train): about £5–£8 (≈ US$7–11), 20 min (check)
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- Where is the toilet? — Where is the toilet? (where is the toilet?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Wilmslow. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Sep · avoid Dec–Feb (short daylight, cooler weather) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
- officialNational Rail – Wilmslow station
- officialNational Trust – Quarry Bank
- officialAvro Heritage Museum
- officialPremier Inn – Wilmslow
- secondaryWikivoyage: Wilmslow, revision 4925850 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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