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West Didsbury (Manchester) #625 Pro

AUDrive
Online
18 Feb 2026
5
5.6 mi
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23 min
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8
6
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The shortest West Didsbury route at 9 km and 23 minutes. This compact loop heads south on Barlow Moor Road, east along Fog Lane, south to Kingsway, then returns north via Wilmslow Road. With zero roundabouts but 22 traffic lights, this route tests city junction handling in Manchester's south suburbs.

Watch Out For

Wilmslow Road is one of Manchester's busiest bus routes with frequent stops. Fog Lane has 20 mph zones near the park. The 22 traffic lights mean frequent stops and starts - maintain patience.

Route Features

30 mph throughout with 20 mph zones, zero roundabouts, 22 traffic lights (most of any West Didsbury route), busy bus route driving on Wilmslow Road, and residential streets.

Test Manoeuvres

Pull up on the left near Christie Way.

Key Tips

On Wilmslow Road, watch for buses pulling out and passengers crossing. Keep to 20 mph through Fog Lane park area. The 22 traffic lights demand good anticipation of light changes.

Step-by-Step Directions (1 stage)
1 Drive northeast on Christie Way. 226 yd
2 Turn right onto Barlow Moor Road/A5145. 7 yd
3 Turn left onto Elm Road. 191 yd
4 Turn left onto Parkfield Road South. 47 yd
5 Turn left onto Elm Road. 208 yd
6 Turn right onto Pine Road. 262 yd
7 Turn left onto Parkfield Road South. 133 yd
8 Turn left onto Wilmslow Road/B5093. 147 yd
9 Turn right onto Fog Lane. 18 yd
10 Turn right onto A34/Kingsway. 1155 yd
11 Turn right onto Parrs Wood Lane/A5145. 146 yd
12 Turn right onto Wilmslow Road/A5145. 333 yd
13 Turn left onto Barlow Moor Road/A5145. 291 yd
14 Turn left onto Derwent Avenue. 9 yd
15 Turn right to stay on Derwent Avenue. 51 yd
16 Bear left onto Christie Way. 149 yd