Woodford

Manchester is regarded by many as the UKs "second city"

Woodford site, south of Manchester, is home to the MRA4 maritime patrol aircraft. Just a few miles from the heart of Manchester – now widely regarded at the UK’s second city – it offers either stylish, city style living or the leafy suburbs if you prefer.

Manchester and its satellite towns to the south are popular and attractive places to live, with accommodation across all price brackets. Manchester boasts shopping, theatre and leisure to rival the best European centres and its nightlife is legendary. Millions of pounds have been invested in its regeneration in the past five years and the skyline has been transformed to provide modern, luxury city centre accommodation alongside retail names such as Harvey Nichols and Selfridges.

Old Trafford is home to the world famous Manchester United

Manchester’s southern suburbs are some of the most attractive in the North West, with excellent schools, further education and sporting facilities on the doorstep. The Peak District National Park is within easy reach, as is a wide variety of stately homes and ‘days out’ opportunities. Transport links are excellent, with Manchester International Airport close by and motorway and rail networks connecting the area with the rest of the UK.

Woodford site has a fully operational airfield and MRA4 flight trials are conducted here. Formerly BAE Systems’ site for the manufacture and test of the Avro aircraft family, Woodford has a range of flight simulators and associated facilities.