Where is Appleton Thorn?
Appleton Thorn is located 15 minutes south of Warrington in the North West of England. It’s nestled in the county of Cheshire between Manchester (30 minutes away) and Liverpool (45 minutes away), while its well-connected position provides easy motorway access to the wider North West.
Transport in Appleton Thorn
Less than 5 minutes’ drive from both junction 20 of the M6 and junction 10 of the M56, Appleton Thorn benefits from excellent road connections into Chester, Manchester, Stoke-on-Trent and Birmingham. Residents can also enjoy convenient public transport links, with Warrington Central Station under 15 minutes away and providing regular services to Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Oxford Road, Norwich, Cleethorpes, and Nottingham.
Shopping in Appleton Thorn
Appleton Thorn’s closest shopping centre is The Forge in Warrington, which has an M&S, a coffee shop and nearby restaurants. For larger shopping trips, the Golden Square Shopping Centre is just an extra 5 minutes away, with over 100 shops, including Monsoon, Boots, Pandora, The Entertainer, and The Perfume Shop. In the same area, the Riverside retail park has several large retail stores such as B&M, Halfords, Home Bargains, and Pets at Home.
Appleton Thorn is also just 15 minutes’ drive from Manchester’s Trafford Centre – the third largest shopping centre in the UK.
Things to do in Appleton Thorn
On the border of Appleton Thorn, less than 20 minutes’ walk away from the village centre, Apple Jacks Adventure Farm offers plenty of activities for children, including zipwire races, indoor stage shows and a fence maze. The Gulliver's World theme park is another option, located 20 minutes’ drive away in Warrington, where young families can enjoy roller coasters, water rides and crazy golf.
As for adults, the Grappenhall Heys Walled Garden is just north of Appleton, offering landscaped parkland with walking areas, ponds and a Victorian greenhouse. Walton Hall and Gardens is also within a 15-minute drive and has fun for all the family with a children’s zoo, mini golf, a playground, and a café.
The best places to buy new homes near Appleton Thorn
Whether you’re looking for a commuter suburb of Warrington or easy access to the North West’s major motorways, Appleton Thorn is a well-connected village with plenty of amenities close to home. Here are a few of the best places to live nearby, from Merseyside to Manchester.
Westbrook
Just 20 minutes from Appleton Thorn, our new builds in Westbrook are located in one of the most family-friendly neighbourhoods in Warrington. This suburb is popular for its good schools, community atmosphere and local amenities, including a large supermarket, a cinema, restaurants, parks and play areas.
With convenient access to the M62 for travel to Liverpool, Manchester and more, as well as local buses that head into Warrington town centre, this area provides everything you need for everyday life.
Widnes
Located on the banks of the River Mersey, our new homes in Widnes are just 20 minutes from Appleton Thorn. Widnes is known for its strong transport links, close-knit community and local amenities, including Widnes Market, the DCBL Rugby League stadium, supermarkets and parks.
This town benefits from a practical balance of convenience and lifestyle, as well as the excellent road and rail connections to Liverpool and Warrington, which make it popular among both working professionals and young families.
Altrincham
The town of Altrincham is less than 30 minutes’ drive east of Appleton Thorn, on the border of Greater Manchester. It’s known as an affluent area with plenty of good schools and an abundance of green spaces.
Its proximity to the Trafford Centre and Old Trafford Stadium gives residents easy access to major leisure and entertainment venues, while direct links to Manchester Airport and the city centre make commuting simple. Altrincham is also part of the Metrolink network in zone 4, putting the wider Manchester area just a short tram ride away.
Looking to buy a new home in Appleton Thorn?
From busy commuters to families with small children, Appleton Thorn is a friendly, welcoming place to put down roots near Warrington. If you’re planning your dream move to Cheshire, book an appointment to view our new builds in Appleton Thorn today.
