2 Barkwell Cottages, Barkwell Lane, Mossley, Ashton Under Lyne, OL5 0HX

This property is located in the market town of Ashton‑Under‑Lyne, within the postal district OL 5, on the north bank of the River Tame and surrounded by the foothills of the Pennines, just six miles east of Manchester.

Mossley is situated in the market town of Ashton‑Under‑Lyne, a settlement in Tameside, Greater Manchester, England. The town’s population was 48,604 at the 2021 census. Historically part of Lancashire, Ashton‑Under‑Lyne lies on the north bank of the River Tame and is set in the foothills of the Pennines. It is located six miles east of Manchester, providing a balance between urban proximity and rural landscape. The postal district for this locality is OL 5. The area is characterised by its market town atmosphere, with a historic connection to the surrounding countryside and a modest population size that suggests a community with local amenities and transport links to nearby Manchester. The setting on the north bank of the River Tame offers scenic views and a potential for outdoor activities in the nearby Pennine foothills.