Church of the Holy Name of Jesus, Manchester

Name: Church of the Holy Name of Jesus
Address: 339 Oxford Rd, Manchester, M13 9PG, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 161 273 1456

#101 among attractions in Manchester

Gothic Revival architecture, Church

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Church of the Holy Name of Jesus, Manchester

Facts and practical information

The Church of the Holy Name of Jesus on Oxford Road, Manchester, England was designed by Joseph A. Hansom and built between 1869 and 1871. The tower, designed by Adrian Gilbert Scott, was erected in 1928 in memory of Fr Bernard Vaughan, SJ. The church has been Grade I listed on the National Heritage List for England since 1989, having previously been Grade II* listed since 1963. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1928 (96 years ago)Architectural style: Gothic revivalSpire height: 185 ftCapacity: 800Coordinates: 53°27'52"N, 2°13'52"W

Address

339 Oxford RdArdwickManchester M13 9PG United Kingdom

Contact

+44 161 273 1456

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Day trips

Church of the Holy Name of Jesus – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Manchester Aquatics Centre, Manchester Museum, Elizabeth Gaskell's House, Whitworth Art Gallery.

0.4 miNW
Watersports, Swimming pool, Swimming
Manchester Aquatics Centre, Manchester
10 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...
~980 ftNW
Key ethnography and natural history venue
Manchester Museum, Manchester
5 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...
0.4 miE
Museum
Elizabeth Gaskell's House, Manchester
11 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Manchester, Elizabeth Gaskell's House stands as a cultural tribute to one of the 19th century's most important literary figures. This beautifully restored Victorian property was once the home of the famous novelist Elizabeth Gaskell...
~1610 ftS
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Whitworth Art Gallery, Manchester
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Manchester's academic corridor, the Whitworth Art Gallery stands as a cultural beacon, inviting art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike to explore its rich collections. Established in 1889 as part of the University of Manchester, the Whitworth...
0.8 miNW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Cornerhouse, Manchester
21 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 miNE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
O2 Apollo Manchester, Manchester
13 min walk • The O₂ Apollo Manchester is a concert venue in Ardwick Green, Manchester, England. It is a Grade II listed building, with a capacity of 3,500.
0.4 miSW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
Christ Church, Manchester
11 min walk • Christ Church in Lloyd Street North, Moss Side, Manchester, England, is an Anglican church of 1899–1904 by W. Cecil Hardisty. It was designated a Grade II* listed building on 24 April 1987.
0.9 miN
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
The Warehouse Project, Manchester
22 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.
0.8 miNW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Palace Theatre, Manchester
22 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.
~350 ftS
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Manchester Academy, Manchester
2 min walk • The Manchester Academy is composed of four concert venues, located on the campus of the University of Manchester, in Manchester, England. The four venues are: Academy 1, 2 and 3 and Club Academy.
0.9 miNW
Dancing, Nightlife
Rafters, Manchester
22 min walk • Rafters, later known as Jilly's, was a nightclub located in St. James Buildings, Oxford Street, Manchester, England. Some well-known bands played concerts at Rafters in the 1970s and 1980s.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Church of the Holy Name of Jesus?

Nearby attractions include Manchester Academy, Manchester (2 min walk), Contact, Manchester (3 min walk), Whitworth Hall, Manchester (4 min walk), University of Manchester, Manchester (4 min walk).

How to get to Church of the Holy Name of Jesus by public transport?

The nearest stations to Church of the Holy Name of Jesus:

Bus

Chorlton upon Medlock, Oxford Road / outside University • Lines: 197, 53 (1 min walk)
Chorlton upon Medlock, Oxford Road / at University • Lines: 15, 191, 42, 42B, 42C (2 min walk)

Train

Manchester Oxford Road (21 min walk)
Ardwick (23 min walk)

Tram

Piccadilly • Lines: Altr, Asht, Bury, Eccl, Mcuk, Picc (23 min walk)
Deansgate-Castlefield • Lines: Airp, Altr, Asht, Bury, Dean, Eccl, EDid, Mcuk, Picc, Roch, Shaw, Vict (28 min walk)