Sunlight House, Manchester

Name: Sunlight House
Address: Manchester, United Kingdom

#365 among attractions in Manchester

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Sunlight House is a Grade II listed building in the art deco style on Quay Street in Manchester, England. Completed in 1932 for Joseph Sunlight, at 14 storeys it was the tallest building in Manchester, and the top floors of turrets and multiple dormer windows and mansard roofs create a distinctive skyline. ()

Completed: 1932 (92 years ago)Architectural style: Art DecoHeight: 135 ftFloors: 14Coordinates: 53°28'43"N, 2°15'2"W

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City CentreManchester United Kingdom

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Sunlight House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Deansgate, King Street, Museum of Science and Industry, Albert Square.

~590 ftS
Shopping, Shopping district
Deansgate, Manchester
3 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...
~1400 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping district
King Street, Manchester
7 min walk • King Street, nestled in the heart of Manchester, United Kingdom, is a prestigious shopping district renowned for its blend of luxury retail and architectural elegance. This historic thoroughfare, once the banking heartland of the city, has transformed into a haven for...
~1270 ftSW
History in an 1830 railway station
Museum of Science and Industry, Manchester
7 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
Gothic Revival architecture, Square
Albert Square, Manchester
6 min walk • Albert Square is a public square situated in the heart of Manchester, United Kingdom, renowned for its distinctive architectural heritage and central location. This civic space is framed by a collection of Victorian Gothic buildings, the most prominent being Manchester...
~1500 ftSE
Nightlife
The Briton's Protection, Manchester
8 min walk • The Briton's Protection is a historic pub nestled in the heart of Manchester, United Kingdom. Known for its extensive selection of over 300 whiskies, this traditional watering hole has been serving patrons since 1806, making it one of the city's most enduring...
~380 ftW
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Quay Street, Manchester
2 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...
~1530 ftSE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
8 min walk • Bridgewater Hall stands as a beacon of musical excellence in the bustling city of Manchester, United Kingdom. Opened in 1996, this modern music venue has quickly become one of the most prestigious concert halls in the country, renowned for its exceptional acoustics...
~1150 ftNW
Museum, History museum
People's History Museum, Manchester
6 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...
~1140 ftS
47-floor skyscraper with a hotel
Cloud 23, Manchester
6 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.
~560 ftE
Synagogue
Manchester Reform Synagogue, Manchester
3 min walk • Manchester Reform Synagogue, a member of the Movement for Reform Judaism, is one of the oldest Reform Jewish communities in the United Kingdom.
~1180 ftNE
Church, Architecture, Sacred and religious sites
The Hidden Gem, Manchester
6 min walk • The Hidden Gem, officially St Mary's Catholic Church, is a church on Mulberry Street, Manchester, England. The parish dates back to 1794, with devotion to St Mary, Our Lady of the Assumption, however the church was rebuilt in 1848.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Sunlight House?

Nearby attractions include Manchester Opera House, Manchester (2 min walk), Quay Street, Manchester (2 min walk), Manchester Library & Information Service, Manchester (3 min walk), M postcode area, Manchester (3 min walk).

How to get to Sunlight House by public transport?

The nearest stations to Sunlight House:

Bus

Quay Street/Opera House • Lines: 1 (1 min walk)
Quay Street/Deansgate • Lines: 2, 2 (peak) (1 min walk)

Tram

Deansgate-Castlefield • Lines: Airp, Altr, Asht, Bury, Dean, Eccl, EDid, Mcuk, Picc, Roch, Shaw, Vict (7 min walk)
St. Peter's Square • Lines: Airp, Altr, Asht, Bury, Eccl, EDid, Mcuk, Picc, Roch, Shaw, Vict (8 min walk)

Train

Deansgate (8 min walk)
Salford Central (10 min walk)