Laura Seddon Greeting Card Collection, Manchester

#344 among attractions in Manchester

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Laura Seddon Greeting Card Collection is a collection of 19th to early 20th century British greeting cards, housed in the All Saints Library of Manchester Metropolitan University, England. The collection contains 32,000 cards by various publishers, including Britain's first commercially-produced Christmas card. Laura Seddon donated her collection to the university in 1992. ()

Coordinates: 53°28'14"N, 2°14'19"W

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HulmeManchester United Kingdom

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Laura Seddon Greeting Card Collection – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Manchester Art Gallery, The Briton's Protection, Manchester Aquatics Centre, Manchester Museum.

0.6 miN
Prominent paintings and decorative arts
Manchester Art Gallery, Manchester
15 min walk • The Manchester Art Gallery, nestled in the heart of Manchester, United Kingdom, stands as a testament to the city’s rich cultural heritage. This esteemed museum, known for its impressive collection of fine art, craft, and design, is a beacon for art lovers...
0.5 miNW
Nightlife
The Briton's Protection, Manchester
12 min walk • The Briton's Protection is a historic pub nestled in the heart of Manchester, United Kingdom. Known for its extensive selection of over 300 whiskies, this traditional watering hole has been serving patrons since 1806, making it one of the city's most enduring...
~790 ftSE
Watersports, Swimming pool, Swimming
Manchester Aquatics Centre, Manchester
4 min walk • The Manchester Aquatics Centre is a renowned swimming facility located in the bustling city of Manchester, United Kingdom. Established for the 2002 Commonwealth Games, this premier aquatic venue has since become a cornerstone for both competitive swimming and community...
~1780 ftSE
Key ethnography and natural history venue
Manchester Museum, Manchester
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Manchester, the Manchester Museum stands as a beacon of knowledge and culture in this bustling UK city. This esteemed institution, part of the University of Manchester, offers a diverse collection that spans natural history, archaeology...
0.5 miNW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
12 min walk • Bridgewater Hall stands as a beacon of musical excellence in the bustling city of Manchester, United Kingdom. Opened in 1996, this modern music venue has quickly become one of the most prestigious concert halls in the country, renowned for its exceptional acoustics...
~1480 ftN
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Cornerhouse, Manchester
8 min walk • Cornerhouse was a centre for cinema and the contemporary visual arts next to Oxford Road Station on Oxford Street, Manchester, England which was active from 1985–2015. It had three floors of art galleries, three cinemas, a bookshop, a bar and a café bar.
0.5 miN
Nightlife, Restaurant
Circus Tavern, Manchester
13 min walk • The Circus Tavern in Portland Street, Manchester, England, is the smallest public house in the city, with one of the smallest bars in the country. Built in about 1790, it is also one of the oldest pubs in Manchester, although it only became a pub in about 1840.
0.5 miN
Dancing, Nightlife
Cruz 101, Manchester
12 min walk • Cruz 101 is a nightclub and music venue situated in Manchester's Gay Village which is centred on Canal Street, England. It is one of the most popular and longest-running gay clubs in Greater Manchester, often boasting itself as Manchester's Favourite Gay Venue.
0.5 miNW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Manchester Central, Manchester
14 min walk • Manchester Central Convention Complex is an exhibition and conference centre converted from the former Manchester Central railway station in Manchester, England.
0.5 miNE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
The Warehouse Project, Manchester
15 min walk • The Warehouse Project is a series of club nights organised in Greater Manchester, England, since 2006. Unlike most other clubs, it has a limited seasonal approach rather than running all year.
~1740 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows
Palace Theatre, Manchester
9 min walk • The Palace Theatre, Manchester, is one of the main theatres in Manchester, England. It is situated on Oxford Street, on the north-east corner of the intersection with Whitworth Street.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Laura Seddon Greeting Card Collection?

Nearby attractions include Sir Kenneth Green Library, Manchester (1 min walk), Chorlton-on-Medlock Town Hall, Manchester (2 min walk), Royal Northern College of Music, Manchester (5 min walk), Dancehouse, Manchester (5 min walk).

How to get to Laura Seddon Greeting Card Collection by public transport?

The nearest stations to Laura Seddon Greeting Card Collection:

Bus

Chorlton upon Medlock, Oxford Road / outside All Saints • Lines: 42, 42B, 42C, 50 (2 min walk)
Chorlton upon Medlock, Oxford Road / adjacent All Saints • Lines: 191, 197, 50 (2 min walk)

Train

Manchester Oxford Road (7 min walk)
Deansgate (15 min walk)

Tram

Deansgate-Castlefield • Lines: Airp, Altr, Asht, Bury, Dean, Eccl, EDid, Mcuk, Picc, Roch, Shaw, Vict (15 min walk)
St. Peter's Square • Lines: Airp, Altr, Asht, Bury, Eccl, EDid, Mcuk, Picc, Roch, Shaw, Vict (15 min walk)