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A mini guide to
Ancoats & New Islington: tips and FAQs
Local know-how and common questions
Local know-how
Tips for visiting
Follow the canal
The Rochdale Canal passes Murrays' Mills, and the Ashton Canal runs through New Islington. Both towpaths are easy to follow on foot.
See the mills from the street
Redhill Street and Jersey Street give the best views of McConnel & Kennedy Mills, Murrays' Mills and Royal Mill.
Check what's on at Hope Mill
Hope Mill Theatre lists its current productions on its own website.
Football tours
Manchester City list stadium tours for the Etihad Stadium on the club's official website. Book there rather than on a third-party site.
Ride the tram east
Metrolink links New Islington with the Etihad Campus. Tap in and out with the same contactless card or device each time to benefit from fare capping.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ancoats & New Islington?
Ancoats & New Islington is in Manchester, England. Early cotton mills, canals and a redeveloped waterside quarter. Nearby stops and stations include New Islington, Piccadilly, Holt Town.
How long do I need in Ancoats & New Islington?
Half a day. Allow longer if you plan to eat out or visit several attractions.
What are the highlights?
Highlights include McConnel & Kennedy Mills, Murrays' Mills, Royal Mill. See the Things to do page for more.
How do I get there?
Nearby: New Islington (Metrolink); Piccadilly (National Rail and Metrolink); Holt Town (Metrolink); Etihad Campus (Metrolink). The Getting there page links to the official timetables and journey planners.
Where can I eat and drink?
We list 15 places to eat and drink in and around Ancoats & New Islington, with filters to help you choose.
Where should I stay?
We list 5 hotels and other places to stay nearby. Check availability and prices with each property.
Is Ancoats & New Islington accessible?
Accessibility varies by street, building and venue. Check each attraction or operator’s access information before you travel.
While you are here
Things to see in Ancoats & New Islington
A few of the sights in the area. The Things to do page lists them all, with directions and official links.
Beehive Mill
Grade II* listed former cotton mill on Jersey Street, with an 1824 warehouse noted for its early fireproof construction.
Brownsfield Mill
Grade II* listed former cotton-spinning mill on Binns Place, with what is thought to be the city's oldest surviving mill chimney.
Jackson's Warehouse
Grade II* listed former canal warehouse of 1836 on Tariff Street, converted to homes and commercial space in 2003.
Manchester
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Chorlton & Didsbury
Two southern villages with parks, riverside walks and plenty of places to eat
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- Royal Mill: Clem Rutter, Rochester, Kent., CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- Beehive Mill: Clem Rutter, Rochester, Kent., CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- Brownsfield Mill: Clem Rutter, Rochester, Kent., CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- Jackson's Warehouse: Clem Rutter, Rochester, Kent., CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- Salford Quays & MediaCity: Rosser1954, CC BY 4.0, source
- Oxford Road & Rusholme: DrPhoenix, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- Chorlton & Didsbury: Wikidwitch, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- Altrincham & Sale: Parrot of Doom, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- Northern Quarter & Cathedral: Anthony Parkes, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Spinningfields & Deansgate: Anthony O'Neil, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Castlefield & the Canals: Ridiculopathy, CC0, source
- Piccadilly, Chinatown & the Village: Jorge Franganillo, CC BY 4.0, source
Photos from Wikimedia Commons, used under the licences shown. All photo credits
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