Uttley House

Uttley House is a Grade II listed Victorian residence with a symmetrical facade located in Fallowfield and now serves as student housing for the University of Manchester. The building sits within expansive grounds and provides modern accommodation facilities for those studying at the university.

Edward Walters designed the building in 1850 as a private residence for Sir Joseph Whitworth, an industrial magnate. It changed hands and uses several times before eventually being converted into student housing.

The building carries the name of its original owner and shows today how grand private homes were converted into modern university spaces. Visitors can see traces of this transformation in both the architecture and how the spaces are now used by students.

The grounds are freely accessible to visitors and the gardens offer a quiet place to walk around. The best time to visit is during the warmer months when the gardens are fully in bloom.

The building served as a vaccination clinic during the pandemic, showing its ability to adapt to community needs across different eras. This varied history of uses demonstrates how important such spaces become when circumstances demand it.

Location: Manchester

GPS coordinates: 53.44360,-2.21333

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:00