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The 1937 building is of neo-classical style. Its most impressive feature is the clock tower, which is nearly 38m high and is 1.7m2 at its base. The clock face on each side of the tower is 2.7m in diameter. The digits of the clock are plain rectangular blocks of bronze, measuring 35x10cm and were covered in gold leaf.
The 1937 building is of neo-classical style. Its most impressive feature is the clock tower, which is nearly 38m high and is 1.7m2 at its base. The clock face on each side of the tower is 2.7m in diameter. The digits of the clock are plain rectangular blocks of bronze, measuring 35x10cm and were covered in gold leaf.
St Peters, Swinton
West tower of St John the Baptist parish church, Pendlebury, Greater Manchester, seen from the southwest
Wardley Hall The home of the Roman Catholic Bishop of Salford. Built c 1500 with restoration in the 19th Century. In this hall is a human skull placed in a small aperture at the top of the staircase. This is the skull of Saint Ambrose Barlow, who was a priest during the reign of William III. He was hung, drawn and quartered at Lancaster on September 10th 1641, having been arrested at another local Catholic family home (56434). His head was taken to a relative, living at Wardley Hall.

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TRIBE Manchester Airport

TRIBE Manchester Airport

4 out of 5
Chicago Avenue Manchester England
The price is AU$162 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$162
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions The Runway Visitor Park and Quarry ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,737 reviews)
Comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. Bar had a bit of life withought being noisy. Good breakfast

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

TRIBE Manchester Airport
a&o Manchester City Centre

a&o Manchester City Centre

3 out of 5
21 Dickinson Street Manchester England
The price is AU$84 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$84
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,019 reviews)
Would have been good if there was coffee in the room and room service.

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

a&o Manchester City Centre
Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport

Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport

4 out of 5
Chicago Avenue Manchester England
The price is AU$235 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$235
7 Apr - 8 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,990 reviews)
nice hotel, comfortable room, i enjoyed my stay

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Native Manchester

Native Manchester

4.5 out of 5
51 Ducie Street Manchester England
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,086 reviews)
Very welcoming. Convenient for walkong into city centre. Spotless and quirky interior. Didn't feel like a 'corporate hotel'. Would like to have stayed longer than just one night.

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Native Manchester
Whitworth Locke

Whitworth Locke

4 out of 5
74 Princess St. Manchester England
Stay at this aparthotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,289 reviews)
Great place and location

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

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CitySuites 2 Aparthotel

CitySuites 2 Aparthotel

5 out of 5
New Kings Head Yard Salford England
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Salford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (526 reviews)
Everything is spot on pls fix the wall clock by the swimming pool. Thanks

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

CitySuites 2 Aparthotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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