Next to Hale is the semi-rural village of Bowdon. The village includes the beautiful Dunham Massey estate and is an attractive place to live with many historic buildings, beautiful churches, fine eateries and pubs. Together with Hale, Hale Barns and Bowdon it is one of the most affluent area in the country and is a popular home to many successful business owners and sporting stars. Located at the southwest edge of Greater Manchester, Bowden is close to the airport and ideally situated at the heart of the North West motorway network. The village has an excellent range of state and independent schools as well as a number of leisure and sporting facilities.