#helsby

It's for @afkphorabit 's idea about Jasper with facial hair! I'm not sure that's what he had in mind, but that's what came to mine anyway. (For some reason I can't @ him correctly. Weird. I hope I'm spelling it correctly T T)

It was my first time drawing Jasper! And also my first time drawing, from left to right, Flower, Lavender (you can see her back), Griffin and Helsby! I hope they are recognisable at the very least.

... Don't ask me why they are all wearing they're usual clothes at breakfast except their hats. I don't know.

One of my friends in FB asked why is there no Joker Dance version with my OC, and so I did and added one my friends Hazbin OC from Amino.

Heissenpie by Me

Helsby by @illegalseafood

Travelling from Manchester Oxford Road to Helsby by train is a convenient way to move from the busy heart of Manchester to the quieter towns and countryside of Cheshire. With regular services, comfortable trains and competitively priced Advance fares, this route is ideal for commuters, students and anyone planning a day trip out of the city.

Check live schedules and book Advance tickets here: Manchester Oxford Road to Helsby train times

Journey Time and Frequency

Manchester Oxford Road and Helsby are approximately 26 miles (41–42 km) apart. Most direct trains take around 43–48 minutes, depending on the service and number of stops. Trains run throughout the day with multiple departures available, making it easy to plan both weekday and weekend travel.

The route is mainly operated by Transport for Wales, providing reliable regional connections between Manchester and Cheshire.

Ticket Prices and Advance Fare Savings

Ticket prices vary depending on demand and booking time. On JurnyOn, Advance fares start from £6.10, making early booking the best way to secure a lower price. Tickets purchased closer to departure are typically more expensive as availability decreases.

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Why Visit Helsby?

Helsby is a small Cheshire town located near scenic countryside and historic attractions. It offers access to nearby destinations such as Frodsham and Chester, as well as walking routes across the Cheshire Plain. For visitors looking to escape the city’s pace, Helsby provides a peaceful alternative while remaining well connected by rail.

For commuters, the route provides direct access to Manchester’s universities, business districts and cultural venues via Manchester Oxford Road station.

Connections Beyond Both Stations

From Manchester Oxford Road, travellers can connect to other services across Greater Manchester and beyond. From Helsby, onward trains run toward Chester and surrounding towns, making it a useful base for exploring the wider region.

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Final Thoughts

Travelling by train between Manchester Oxford Road and Helsby offers a convenient link between Manchester’s vibrant city centre and the scenic town of Helsby in Cheshire. The journey covers about 26 miles and typically takes around 46–48 minutes, making it a great choice whether you’re commuting, meeting friends, or exploring the region. Trains run frequently throughout the day, with services starting early in the morning and continuing late into the night.

Planning ahead can make a big difference to the cost of your trip. Tickets booked in advance often start from around £9.40 one‑way, though prices vary depending on demand, days of travel, and ticket type — and early booking can secure the lowest available fares. Taking the train not only saves time but also reduces your carbon footprint compared with driving, making rail travel an eco‑friendlier option.

For detailed schedule options and fare possibilities, check out the Manchester Oxford Road to Helsby page on the JurnyOn site. With this route, you’ll find both direct trains and regular services throughout the day, providing flexibility to suit your travel plans.

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For Doddle—what’s your favourite candy you’ve made and what component of it was experimental?

For Sinnett—how’d you lose your arm? Alternately, who built the prosthetic and when?

For Ito—most interesting thing you’ve made? How is it being one of the few responsible people in the Society??

Apologies for having this many for a first ask qwq

William is a fine individual of an octopus! An excellent addition to my crew! He doesn't understand English but, similar to a dog I suppose, he can be taught commands, which is far superior to Griffin's cat!

He does however tend to get.. cuddly. And he's very hard to remove.

- Helsby

Favourite candy? Golly goodness, you think I have a favourite! Well.. if I absolutely had to pick, I'd suppose a traditional rock candy! The process of throwing and twisting the candy on the candy hook is very therapeutic, I find! And, as a bonus, you can hide whatever your heart desires inside of those little capsules of wonderment!

Such as, but not limited to, popping candy, sherbet, teeny tiny kernels with nitrous oxide for a fabulous smokey breath and, my personal favourite, stink strips! (The opposite of a mint, if you understand.)

Toodles~! ~ Doddle

My arm? I lost it not long before I joined the society, a few years before. I was boating with my fisherman brother and I had a bit of a boating accident? It's.. uh.. quite the dark story. So we'll keep it at boating accident for now!

I made the arm! With a little bit of assistance! I enjoy metal working, because it involves fire and the specific temperature points, so I formed and welded myself together a new arm, with help from out town blacksmith. Though, metal is very very hard to itch.

- Sinnett

Responsible, hm? Well, I'm pleased someone thinks so. Thank you.

However, my reputation of "responsible" does mean that when no lodger wishes to go to Doctor Jekyll for assistance.. they come to me. The most interesting thing I've made would be a hair growth serum, though it took a few tries to stop it from turning Archers hair bright blue. His prank wars be damned.