The Factory, Manchester

Name: The Factory
Address: Manchester, United Kingdom

#400 among attractions in Manchester

Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue

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The Factory is a cultural space currently being built in Manchester, UK, which is to be the permanent home of the Manchester International Festival. It is inspired by the city's history of innovation and MIF's "reputation for big-hitting world premieres, envelope-pushing new work" and "being one of the leading worldwide incubators for new, cutting-edge art." ()

Capacity: 7000Coordinates: 53°28'40"N, 2°15'27"W

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City CentreManchester United Kingdom

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Day trips

The Factory – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Deansgate, Museum of Science and Industry, Quay Street, Mamucium.

~1610 ftE
Shopping, Shopping district
Deansgate, Manchester
8 min walk • Deansgate is a bustling artery in the heart of Manchester, United Kingdom, known for its vibrant shopping district. Cutting through the city center, Deansgate offers a mix of high-street and designer stores, making it a premier destination for both locals and tourists...
~460 ftSE
History in an 1830 railway station
Museum of Science and Industry, Manchester
3 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...
~1200 ftE
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Quay Street, Manchester
6 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...
~1200 ftSE
Remains of an ancient Roman fort
Mamucium, Manchester
6 min walk • Mamucium, also known as Manchester Roman Fort, stands as a testament to the rich historical tapestry of Manchester, United Kingdom. Established around AD 79, this ancient fortification was built by the Romans during their occupation of Britain.
~1650 ftNE
Museum, History museum
People's History Museum, Manchester
8 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...
~1810 ftSE
47-floor skyscraper with a hotel
Cloud 23, Manchester
9 min walk • Beetham Tower is a 47-storey mixed use skyscraper in Manchester, England. Completed in 2006, it is named after its developers, the Beetham Organisation, and was designed by SimpsonHaugh and Partners.
~430 ftNW
Bridge
Ordsall Chord, Manchester
3 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.
0.4 miS
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
Church of St George, Manchester
11 min walk • The Church of St George, Chester Road, Hulme, Manchester, is an early Gothic Revival church by Francis Goodwin, built in 1826–8. It was restored in 1884 by J. S. Crowther. It was designated a Grade II* listed building on 3 October 1974.
0.4 miNE
Neo-gothic landmark with rare books
John Rylands Research Institute and Library, Manchester
10 min walk • The John Rylands Research Institute and Library is a late-Victorian neo-Gothic building on Deansgate in Manchester, England. It serves as part of the University of Manchester.
0.4 miE
Church, Bars and clubs, Dance club
Albert Hall, Manchester
11 min walk • The Albert Hall is a music venue in Manchester, England. Built as a Methodist central hall in 1908 by the architect William James Morley of Bradford and built by J. Gerrard & Sons Ltd of Swinton, it has been designated by English Heritage as a Grade II listed building. The main floor was used as a nightclub from 1999 to 2011.
~1400 ftE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Opera
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
7 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to The Factory?

Nearby attractions include Ordsall Chord, Manchester (3 min walk), Museum of Science and Industry, Manchester (3 min walk), River Irwell Railway bridge, Manchester (3 min walk), Castlefield Bowl, Manchester (4 min walk).

How to get to The Factory by public transport?

The nearest stations to The Factory:

Bus

Liverpool Road/Science Museum • Lines: 33, 33B (2 min walk)
Water Street/New Elm Road • Lines: 33B (4 min walk)

Train

Salford Central (10 min walk)
Deansgate (10 min walk)

Tram

Deansgate-Castlefield • Lines: Airp, Altr, Asht, Bury, Dean, Eccl, EDid, Mcuk, Picc, Roch, Shaw, Vict (10 min walk)
St. Peter's Square • Lines: Airp, Altr, Asht, Bury, Eccl, EDid, Mcuk, Picc, Roch, Shaw, Vict (16 min walk)