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A mini guide to
Oxford Road & Rusholme: tips and FAQs
Local know-how and common questions
Local know-how
Tips for visiting
Walk Oxford Road
The Manchester Museum, the Whitworth and the Royal Northern College of Music are all along or just off Oxford Road, so you can see them in one walk.
Check opening times
University museums, the Pankhurst Centre, Elizabeth Gaskell's House and Victoria Baths set their own hours, which vary by day. Check each website before you go.
Eat on the Curry Mile
Wilmslow Road through Rusholme has dozens of restaurants and sweet shops. Check dietary and licensing details with the venue before you go.
Term time is busy
Oxford Road carries heavy traffic and many students in term time. Check opening times before you plan a route.
Use the bus south
Rusholme and Fallowfield are best reached by bus along Wilmslow Road. The Bee Network journey planner shows current routes.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Oxford Road & Rusholme?
Oxford Road & Rusholme is in Manchester, England. Universities, galleries and the Curry Mile along one long road south of the centre. Nearby stops and stations include Manchester Oxford Road, St Peter's Square, Oxford Road and Wilmslow Road.
How long do I need in Oxford Road & Rusholme?
Half a day to a day. Allow longer if you plan to eat out or visit several attractions.
What are the highlights?
Highlights include The Whitworth, Whitworth Park, Manchester Museum. See the Things to do page for more.
How do I get there?
Nearby: Manchester Oxford Road (National Rail); St Peter's Square (Metrolink); Oxford Road and Wilmslow Road (Bee Network buses). 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 Oxford Road & Rusholme, with filters to help you choose.
Where should I stay?
We list 3 hotels and other places to stay nearby. Check availability and prices with each property.
Is Oxford Road & Rusholme 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 Oxford Road & Rusholme
A few of the sights in the area. The Things to do page lists them all, with directions and official links.
Royal Northern College of Music
Conservatoire that is also a busy public performance venue; its events are listed on the college site.
Church of the Holy Name
Grade I listed Catholic church by Joseph Hansom and his son, built 1869 to 1871, with a tower added in 1928.
Pankhurst Centre
Pair of Victorian villas on Nelson Street; No. 62 was the home of Emmeline Pankhurst and her daughters.
Manchester
More areas to explore
Chorlton & Didsbury
Two southern villages with parks, riverside walks and plenty of places to eat
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Altrincham & Sale
Market town, canal towpaths and country-house parkland south-west of the city
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Northern Quarter & Cathedral
Independent shops, bars and music venues, with the cathedral and the football museum a short walk west
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- The Curry Mile: Lifeofgalileo, Public domain, source
- Royal Northern College of Music: Stephen Richards, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Church of the Holy Name: Image-The_Holy_Name_of_Jesus,_Manchester.jpg: The original uploader was Ronaldccwong at English Wikipedia. derivative wo, Public domain, source
- Pankhurst Centre: Kurt Adkins (WebHamster), 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
- Ancoats & New Islington: DS Pugh, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Salford Quays & MediaCity: Rosser1954, CC BY 4.0, source
Photos from Wikimedia Commons, used under the licences shown. All photo credits
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