Sale FC

Directions

Address: Heywood Road, Sale, M33 3WB

Training Venue: Suite@salefc or Executive Room

By Car

Parking: Extensive free parking at the venue.

From the North

  • Take M60 southbound (clockwise)
  • Exit at Junction 7 (signposted A56 Sale and Altrincham)
  • Turn right onto A56 (Washway Road)
  • After 1.5 miles, turn left onto A6144 Marsland Road
  • Continue straight until you see Brooklands Metrolink station
  • Heywood Road is 500 yards further on the right

From the South

  • Take M60 northbound (anticlockwise)
  • Exit at Junction 7 (signposted A56 Sale and Altrincham)
  • Turn left onto A56 (Washway Road)
  • After 1.5 miles, turn left onto A6144 Marsland Road
  • Continue straight until you see Brooklands Metrolink station
  • Heywood Road is 500 yards further on the right

From the East

  • Take M60 westbound (anticlockwise)
  • Exit at Junction 7 (signposted A56 Sale and Altrincham)
  • Turn left onto A56 (Washway Road)
  • After 1.5 miles, turn left onto A6144 Marsland Road
  • Continue straight until you see Brooklands Metrolink station
  • Heywood Road is 500 yards further on the right

From Wales

  • Take A55 eastbound towards Chester
  • Join M56 eastbound towards Manchester
  • At Stoak Interchange, join M53 northbound briefly
  • Then join M56 eastbound towards Manchester Airport
  • Join M60 northbound (anticlockwise)
  • Exit at Junction 7 (signposted A56 Sale and Altrincham)
  • Turn left onto A56 (Washway Road)
  • After 1.5 miles, turn left onto A6144 Marsland Road
  • Continue straight until you see Brooklands Metrolink station
  • Heywood Road is 500 yards further on the right

By Metrolink (Tram)

Brooklands Station is 300 metres (approximately 5 minutes walk) from Sale FC.

From Manchester City Centre

  • Take the Altrincham Line (Green Line) towards Altrincham
  • Alight at Brooklands station
  • Exit the station, walk up the steps and turn right along Marsland Road
  • Heywood Road is 500 yards up on the right-hand side

Service Frequency:

  • Every 12 minutes (weekends)
  • More frequent during weekday peak times

Journey Time from Manchester City Centre: Approximately 20-25 minutes

Nearby Metrolink Stations:

  • Brooklands (nearest – 5 minutes walk)
  • Sale (15 minutes walk)

By Bus

The following bus routes serve the area near Sale FC:

Main Routes:

  • Route 41: Piccadilly to Altrincham via Sale
  • Route 245: Piccadilly to Timperley
  • Route 263: Manchester to Altrincham
  • Route 281: Manchester to Hale

Nearest Bus Stops:

    • Marsland Road (Stop E) – 3 minutes walk
    • Brooklands Metrolink (Stop C/D) – 5-6 minutes walk

From Manchester Airport

By Taxi: 20 minutes, approximately £25-£35

By Metrolink:

  • Take the Metrolink from Manchester Airport Station
  • Change at Cornbrook or St Peter’s Square to the Altrincham Line
  • Alight at Brooklands station
  • Total journey time: approximately 45-50 minutes
  • Cost: approximately £5-£7

By Train and Metrolink:

  • Take train from Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (15 minutes)
  • Take Metrolink from Piccadilly to Brooklands (20-25 minutes)
  • Total journey time: approximately 40-45 minutes

Additional Information

Postcode for Sat Nav: M33 3WB

Location: 6 miles from Manchester city centre

Contact: 0161 610 0400

 

Accessibility: Please contact the venue in advance to discuss specific accessibility requirements

Accommodation Near Sale FC

1. Premier Inn Manchester Sale

Address: Carrington Lane, Sale, M33 5BL

Distance from Sale FC: 1.7 miles (approximately 5 minutes drive)

Contact: 0333 003 8101 (Reservations)

Description: Modern chain hotel with comfortable rooms featuring kingsize beds, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee facilities. On-site Brewers Fayre restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free parking available.

Facilities:

  • 43 rooms
  • Free parking
  • On-site restaurant
  • Family-friendly
  • Accessible rooms available

Access to Sale FC: 10 minutes walk to Brooklands Metrolink, then 5 minutes to venue

Website: premierinn.com

2. Travelodge Manchester Sale

Address: Unit 1, Citygate 1, Cross Street, Sale, M33 7JR

Distance from Sale FC: 0.9 miles (approximately 3 minutes drive)

Contact: Central Reservations: 0871 984 6484

Description: Budget-friendly chain hotel offering comfortable rooms with all essentials including comfortable beds, work desk, TV, and tea/coffee making facilities. Pay-as-you-go breakfast available.

Facilities:

  • Modern rooms
  • 24-hour reception
  • Optional breakfast
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Convenient town centre location

Access to Sale FC: Short walk to Brooklands Metrolink (5 minutes)

Website: travelodge.co.uk

 

3. The Belmore at Sale

Address: 143 Brooklands Road, Sale, M33 3QN

Distance from Sale FC: 1.1 miles (approximately 3 minutes drive)

Contact: 0161 973 2538

Description: Charming 19th-century hotel set in mature gardens, recently refurbished. Features a contemporary bar, restaurant serving breakfast through dinner, and comfortable en-suite rooms. Known for friendly atmosphere and quality food.

Facilities:

  • 20 en-suite rooms
  • On-site restaurant and bar
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Garden terrace
  • Tesla charging points

Access to Sale FC: 5 minutes walk to Brooklands Metrolink

Notable: Excellent on-site dining with JW Lees cask ales and quality menu

 

4. Amblehurst Hotel

Address: 44 Washway Road, Sale, M33 7QZ

Distance from Sale FC: 1.0 mile (approximately 3 minutes drive)

Contact: 0161 973 8800

Email: reception@theamblehurst.com

Description: Privately-owned 3-star hotel operating for over 25 years. Features 50 en-suite rooms including 2 luxury suites. On-site restaurant serving British and French cuisine, licensed bar, and beer garden.

Facilities:

  • 50 en-suite rooms (including 2 suites)
  • Restaurant and bar
  • Conference facilities
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Beer garden/barbecue area
  • Disabled facilities

Access to Sale FC: Direct bus route or short taxi ride (3 minutes)

Website: theamblehurst.com

 

5. Brooklands Lodge

Address: 208 Marsland Road, Sale, M33 3NE

Distance from Sale FC: 0.3 miles (approximately 300 metres)

Contact: 0161 973 3283

Email: hotelbrooklands@gmail.com

Description: Award-winning 4-star guest house in a unique Austrian-style Victorian building (built 1851). Just 300 metres from Sale FC and 2 minutes walk from Brooklands Metrolink. Recently refurbished with contemporary décor. Breakfast items provided in-room fridge, replenished daily.

Facilities:

  • 8 en-suite rooms (executive suite, family rooms, doubles, twin, single)
  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • In-room breakfast provisions
  • Garden setting

Access to Sale FC: 5 minutes walk

Notable: Closest accommodation to Sale FC venue

Website: brooklandslodge.co.uk

 

6. Cornerstones Guest House

Address: 230 Washway Road, Sale, M33 4RA

Distance from Sale FC: 0.5 miles (approximately 10 minutes walk)

Contact: 0161 283 6909

Email: info@cornerstonesguesthouse.com

Description: Family-run Victorian guest house (built 1871) with elegant, individually decorated rooms. Highly rated for cleanliness, comfort, and hospitality. Traditional cooked breakfast served in charming dining room. Secure parking at rear.

Facilities:

  • En-suite rooms with modern amenities
  • Full English breakfast included
  • Free parking (9 spaces)
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Beautiful landscaped gardens
  • Residents’ living room

Check-in: 13:00-22:00 | Check-out: 10:30

Access to Sale FC: 5 minutes walk to Brooklands Metrolink

Notable: Rated 9.1/10 on Booking.com, known for exceptional hospitality

Website: cornerstonesguesthouse.com

 

General Notes

Distance to Sale FC: All accommodations are within 1-2 miles of Sale FC and offer easy access via:

  • Walking (5-15 minutes to Brooklands Metrolink)
  • Taxi (3-5 minutes, £6-£10)
  • Car (free parking at all venues)

 

Transport Links: All hotels provide easy access to:

  • Brooklands Metrolink (Altrincham Line to Manchester city centre)
  • Manchester Airport (10-15 minutes’ drive)
  • M60 motorway (Junction 7)