Northern Lines Chester Northgate to Manchester via Hale and SaleNorthern Lines Chester Northgate to Manchester via Hale and Sale 20. 95 by Vic Mitchell & Keith Smith Few routes pass through such varied scenes farmland and forest followed by chemical works and desirable dwellings. Equal variety can be found herein in the rolling stock and traction. Some superb viaducts can be enjoyed also. Stations & Locations Stations Photo Chester Northgate 1 7 Mickle Trafford 8 Mickle Trafford East 9 Barrow for Tarvin 10 12