Peel Park, Manchester

Name: Peel Park
Address: Manchester, United Kingdom

#89 among attractions in Manchester

Park, Relax in park, L. S. Lowry

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Peel Park is a public urban park in Salford, Greater Manchester, England, located on the flood plain of the River Irwell below Salford Crescent and adjacent to the University of Salford. It was the first of three public parks to be opened on 22 August 1846, for the people of Manchester and Salford, paid for by public subscription. The park was the main public venue for the 1851 royal visit of Queen Victoria to Manchester and Salford and has been the subject of a number of paintings by the Salford artist, L.S. Lowry. ()

Elevation: 98 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 53°29'15"N, 2°16'16"W

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Salford (Irwell Riverside)Manchester United Kingdom

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Peel Park – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museum of Science and Industry, Salford Shopping Centre, Quay Street, People's History Museum.

1 miSE
History in an 1830 railway station
Museum of Science and Industry, Manchester
25 min walk • The Museum of Science and Industry in Manchester is a beacon of innovation and history, located in the heart of the city's historic Castlefield district. Housed in the former Liverpool Road railway station, the world's oldest surviving terminal railway station, the...
0.7 miW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Salford Shopping Centre, Manchester
18 min walk • Salford Shopping Centre, a bustling retail hub in the city of Manchester, United Kingdom, stands as a testament to the modern consumer experience. Located in the heart of Salford, this shopping centre is a cornerstone for both the local community and visitors looking...
1 miSE
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Quay Street, Manchester
26 min walk • Quay Street, nestled in the bustling heart of Manchester, United Kingdom, is a vibrant shopping district that offers both locals and tourists a unique blend of retail experiences. Known for its diverse range of shops, Quay Street is a hub for those seeking fashion...
0.9 miSE
Museum, History museum
People's History Museum, Manchester
22 min walk • The People's History Museum stands as a testament to the vibrant social history of the working people in the United Kingdom. Situated in the heart of Manchester, this national museum is dedicated to documenting, interpreting, and celebrating the lives of ordinary...
~890 ftS
Museum, Art museum, L. S. Lowry
Salford Museum and Art Gallery, Manchester
5 min walk • Salford Museum and Art Gallery, in Peel Park, Salford, Greater Manchester, opened to the public in November 1850 as the Royal Museum and Public Library. The gallery and museum are devoted to the history of Salford and Victorian art and architecture.
0.5 miSE
City hall
Salford Town Hall, Manchester
14 min walk • Salford Town Hall is a structure in Greater Manchester which was once the municipal building of Salford, and shortly afterwards also became a court.
0.8 miSE
Bridge
Ordsall Chord, Manchester
21 min walk • Ordsall Chord, also known as the Castlefield Curve, is a short railway line in Ordsall, Salford, England, which links Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Oxford Road to Manchester Victoria, designed to increase capacity and reduce journey times into and through Manchester.
0.5 miSE
Catholic place of worship since 1848
Salford Cathedral, Manchester
13 min walk • The Cathedral Church of St. John the Evangelist, usually known as Salford Cathedral, is a Catholic cathedral on Chapel Street in Salford, Greater Manchester, England.
1 miSE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Opera
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
26 min walk • The Opera House in Quay Street, Manchester, England, is a 1,920-seater commercial touring theatre that plays host to touring musicals, ballet, concerts and a Christmas pantomime. It is a Grade II listed building. The Opera House is one of the main theatres in Manchester, England.
0.4 miSE
Church
St Philip's Church, Manchester
11 min walk • St Philip's Church is an Anglican parish church in the deanery and archdeaconry of Salford, and the diocese of Manchester. Located at Wilton Place, just off Chapel Street in Salford, Greater Manchester, England, the church was relaunched in 2016 as Saint Philip's Chapel Street, and has been described as an old church on a new journey.
0.9 miE
Bridge
Trinity Bridge, Manchester
23 min walk • Trinity Bridge is a three-way footbridge which crosses the River Irwell and links the two cities of Manchester and Salford in Greater Manchester, England. It was designed by renowned Spanish architect, Santiago Calatrava and was completed in 1995.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Peel Park?

Nearby attractions include Salford Museum and Art Gallery, Manchester (5 min walk), Working Class Movement Library, Manchester (7 min walk), St Philip's Church, Manchester (11 min walk), Salford Cathedral, Manchester (13 min walk).

How to get to Peel Park by public transport?

The nearest stations to Peel Park:

Train

Salford Crescent (6 min walk)
Salford Central (19 min walk)

Bus

Crescent/Salford University • Lines: 50 (6 min walk)
Broad Street/Frederick Road • Lines: 50 (9 min walk)

Tram

Anchorage • Lines: Asht, Eccl, Mcuk (29 min walk)
Langworthy • Lines: Asht, Eccl (29 min walk)