Trafford, Metropolitan borough in Greater Manchester, England
Trafford extends across 106 square kilometers, encompassing the towns of Stretford, Sale, Altrincham, and Urmston, with the River Mersey dividing its northern and southern sections.
The formation of Trafford occurred on April 1, 1974, through the consolidation of six districts and a portion of another district in Greater Manchester.
The Imperial War Museum North stands as a central cultural institution in Trafford, presenting exhibitions about conflicts and their impact on society.
The borough maintains strong transportation connections through multiple railway stations, bus routes, and direct access to Manchester city center via various roadways.
Trafford Park Industrial Estate represents the first planned industrial development in world history, transforming agricultural land into a manufacturing center.
Location: Greater Manchester
Inception: April 1, 1974
Capital city: Stretford
Elevation above the sea: 30 m
Shares border with: Manchester, Salford, Warrington, Ashley
Website: http://trafford.gov.uk
GPS coordinates: 53.43333,-2.30000
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:25
Old Trafford
3.4 km
Granada Studios
5.9 km
Trafford Training Centre
5.3 km
Imperial War Museum North
4 km
The Lowry
4.2 km
Salford Lads Club
5.1 km
Manchester Liverpool Road railway station
5.6 km
Barton Swing Aqueduct
5.8 km
Science and Industry Museum
5.7 km
The Factory
5.7 km
Hulme Crescents
4.5 km
Dunham Massey Hall
8.7 km
Southern Cemetery, Manchester
2.7 km
Granada Studios Tour
5.8 km
Ordsall Hall
4.3 km
Sale Water Park
163 m
Wythenshawe Hall
3.5 km
1 Hardman Square
5.9 km
Barton Road Swing Bridge
5.8 km
Baguley Hall
4.5 km
British Muslim Heritage Centre
2.9 km
Castlefield Viaduct
5.5 km
Manchester United Museum
3.5 km
Salford Quays lift bridge
4.1 km
Dunham Castle
8.7 km
Hough End Hall
2.4 km
Church of St George, Chester Road, Hulme
5.1 km
Barlow Hall
2.3 kmReviews
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