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  2. \n\n Cycle<\/a>\n\n <\/li>
  3. \n\n Bus<\/a>\n\n <\/li>
  4. \n\n Train<\/a>\n\n <\/li>
  5. \n\n Tram<\/a>\n\n <\/li>
  6. \n\n Car<\/a>\n\n <\/li>
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    We strongly recommend using active travel or public transport to get to Wythenshawe Hospital. All our hospitals are served by many bus routes and other community and sustainable transport options. For information about public transport services please contact\u00a0Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) on 0161 244 1000. Their lines are open between 7.00 am and 8.00 pm on Monday to Friday, and from 8.00 am to 8.00 pm on weekends and bank holidays, <\/span>you can also visit their website<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

    You can plan your journey by any mode of transport using the <\/span>TfGM journey planning tool.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    Walk<\/h2>\n

    Walking is an excellent, low cost, way to get some exercise into a busy schedule. Whether you\u2019re walking the whole way, to a bus stop, Metrolink or train station, the steps add up. Withington Community Hospital is easily accessible on foot and is approximately a 20 minute walk from Didsbury and around a 25 minute walk from Chorlton.\u00a0Plan your route on the <\/span>TfGM journey planner<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    Cycle<\/h2>\n

    Withington Hospital is located in a suburban area with many parks nearby, so you may find it a pleasant experience to cycle to the hospital.\u00a0We have cycle racks to lock your bike up across the hospital site. Please note, all users leave their bikes at their own risk and the Trust is not liable for stolen or damaged bikes.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Visit Cycle Streets for a personalised cycling map and directions to our site<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    Bus<\/h2>\n

    Withington Community Hospital is well served by buses, and three regular services stop immediately adjacent to the Hospital on Burton Road.<\/span><\/p>\n

    For live departures please check <\/span>Burton Road Stop A<\/span><\/a> (for southbound services) or <\/span>Burton Road Stop B<\/span><\/a> (for northbound services)<\/span><\/p>\n

    TfGM also provides <\/span>this summary<\/span><\/a> of which buses serve the Withington Community Hospital site, and the journey times to the hospital.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    Train<\/h2>\n

    The nearest railway station to Withington Community Hospital is Burnage, which around a 30 minute walk from the hospital.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Live departures and arrivals from Burnage Station can be seen <\/span>here<\/span><\/a> on the National Rail Enquiries website.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    Tram<\/h2>\n

    Withington Community Hospital is less than a ten minute walk from Burton Road tram stop, on the Metrolink \u2018pink\u2019 line.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Visit the Transport for Greater Manchester site for live details of trams to and from Burton Road.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    Car<\/h2>\n

    Parking can be in high demand at our hospital so please allow time to find a space when you arrive. For specific information about car parking, <\/span>please visit this webpage<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

    For personalised directions to the main car park, <\/span>please click here<\/span><\/a> and enter your starting location.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Electric Vehicle Charging<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

    There are currently two charging sockets at Withington Community Hospital, which are on the Mer network. Users are currently charged 28p per kWh if they are a member of Mer, or 30p per kWh for pay as you go. For more information about Mer and how to become a member, <\/span>please view their website<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

    We do not guarantee access to a charging point, and users are also required to pay the relevant parking fees and follow fair usage guidelines. If you want to find nearby charging units, please look at the <\/span>TfGM electric travel website<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    Accessibility & Specialist requirements<\/h2>\n

    View access information for each of our sites<\/a> (availability of accessible lifts, low payment counters, assisted access entrances etc.).<\/p>\n