Salford Cathedral, Manchester

Name: Salford Cathedral
Address: 250 Chapel St, Manchester, M3 5LE, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 161 817 2210

#83 among attractions in Manchester

Gothic Revival architecture, Church

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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. It is the seat of the Bishop of Salford and mother church of the Diocese of Salford, and is a Grade II* listed building. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: Gothic revivalSpire height: 240 ftCoordinates: 53°29'1"N, 2°15'40"W

Address

250 Chapel StSalford (Irwell Riverside)Manchester M3 5LE United Kingdom

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+44 161 817 2210

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Salford Cathedral – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

0.5 miSE
History in an 1830 railway station
Museum of Science and Industry, Manchester
13 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...
0.5 miSE
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Quay Street, Manchester
13 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...
~1930 ftSE
Museum, History museum
People's History Museum, Manchester
10 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...
0.5 miW
Museum, Art museum, L. S. Lowry
Salford Museum and Art Gallery, Manchester
12 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.
~480 ftNE
City hall
Salford Town Hall, Manchester
3 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.
~1940 ftS
Bridge
Ordsall Chord, Manchester
10 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
Neo-gothic landmark with rare books
John Rylands Research Institute and Library, Manchester
14 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.
0.5 miNW
Park, L. S. Lowry
Peel Park, Manchester
13 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.
0.5 miSE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Opera
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
14 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.
~460 ftW
Church
St Philip's Church, Manchester
3 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.
0.4 miE
Bridge
Trinity Bridge, Manchester
11 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 Salford Cathedral?

Nearby attractions include St Philip's Church, Manchester (3 min walk), Salford Town Hall, Manchester (3 min walk), Islington Mill, Manchester (4 min walk), Threlfalls Brewery, Manchester (8 min walk).

How to get to Salford Cathedral by public transport?

The nearest stations to Salford Cathedral:

Bus

Chapel Street/Salford Cathedral • Lines: 50 (1 min walk)
Chapel Street/Trinity Way • Lines: 2 (peak), 50 (5 min walk)

Train

Salford Central (6 min walk)
Salford Crescent (17 min walk)

Tram

Deansgate-Castlefield • Lines: Airp, Altr, Asht, Bury, Dean, Eccl, EDid, Mcuk, Picc, Roch, Shaw, Vict (20 min walk)
Exchange Square • Lines: EDid, Roch, Shaw (20 min walk)