Travelling from Northampton to our Handforth clinic is straightforward whichever way suits you best. By train, the most reliable route takes you into Manchester Piccadilly, then onto a Northern Rail service towards Wilmslow or Crewe — Handforth station is just a five-minute walk from our door, with the whole journey typically taking around two hours. If you prefer to drive, the M1 northbound connects neatly with the M6 and then the M56, bringing you into Handforth in roughly two hours depending on traffic; please do allow a little extra time around the Manchester orbital if you're travelling during the morning rush. Once you arrive, parking is completely free on site, so there's no need to worry about meters or apps. A practical tip for rail travellers: booking an Avanti advance ticket from Northampton to Manchester Piccadilly a few days ahead can save a useful amount. Your assessment itself is a calm, friendly two-to-three hour appointment — and once it's complete, the detailed report travels electronically straight to your GP and school, so you only ever need to make the journey once.