Working Class Movement Library, Manchester

Name: Working Class Movement Library
Address: 51 Crescent, Manchester, M5 4WX, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 161 736 3601

#168 among attractions in Manchester

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Working Class Movement Library, Manchester

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The Working Class Movement Library is a collection of English language books, periodicals, pamphlets, archives and artefacts, relating to the development of the political and cultural institutions of the working class created by the Industrial Revolution, in Salford, Greater Manchester, England. ()

Coordinates: 53°29'3"N, 2°16'24"W

Address

51 CrescentSalford (Irwell Riverside)Manchester M5 4WX United Kingdom

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+44 161 736 3601

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Day trips

Working Class Movement Library – 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.

0.9 miSE
History in an 1830 railway station
Museum of Science and Industry, Manchester
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0.7 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Salford Shopping Centre, Manchester
17 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...
0.9 miSE
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Quay Street, Manchester
25 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 miE
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...
~460 ftNE
Museum, Art museum, L. S. Lowry
Salford Museum and Art Gallery, Manchester
3 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.
0.6 miE
City hall
Salford Town Hall, Manchester
15 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.
0.7 miSE
Bridge
Ordsall Chord, Manchester
19 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 miE
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.
~1300 ftN
Park, L. S. Lowry
Peel Park, Manchester
7 min walk • 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.
1 miE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Opera
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
25 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 miE
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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Working Class Movement Library open?

Working Class Movement Library is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Working Class Movement Library?

Nearby attractions include Salford Museum and Art Gallery, Manchester (3 min walk), Peel Park, Manchester (7 min walk), St Philip's Church, Manchester (11 min walk), Islington Mill, Manchester (12 min walk).

How to get to Working Class Movement Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Working Class Movement Library:

Bus

Crescent/Salford University • Lines: 50 (2 min walk)
Liverpool Street/West Charles Street • Lines: 79 (7 min walk)

Train

Salford Crescent (5 min walk)
Salford Central (19 min walk)

Tram

Anchorage • Lines: Asht, Eccl, Mcuk (23 min walk)
Langworthy • Lines: Asht, Eccl (25 min walk)