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IWM North

Salford

IWM North is the Imperial War Museum's northern branch at The Quays, Trafford Wharf Road, across the Manchester Ship Canal from Salford Quays. It tells the stories of people affected by conflict from the First World War onwards.

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Where to stay

  • Salford QuaysWaterfront hotels close by
  • MediaCityUKModern hotels next to the Metrolink stop
  • Manchester city centreWidest choice of hotels, reached by tram
  • Trafford ParkChain hotels close to the Trafford Centre

Getting there

  • By Metrolink, take the Eccles line to MediaCityUK and cross the footbridge, or the Trafford Centre line to Imperial War Museum stop
  • Buses 30 and 250 run from Piccadilly Gardens to the Trafford Centre; bus 50 runs from East Didsbury to MediaCityUK
  • On-site car park has 160 spaces and is pay-on-exit (charges apply 24 hours a day)
TipParking is charged at all hours and there are no EV chargers, so the tram is often easier if you are staying in Manchester.

Travel details can change, especially on event days — check with the venue or operator before you travel.

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Questions people ask

Where is the best place to stay near IWM North?

Salford Quays: Waterfront hotels close by. MediaCityUK: Modern hotels next to the Metrolink stop. Manchester city centre: Widest choice of hotels, reached by tram. Trafford Park: Chain hotels close to the Trafford Centre.

How do I get to IWM North?

By Metrolink, take the Eccles line to MediaCityUK and cross the footbridge, or the Trafford Centre line to Imperial War Museum stop. Buses 30 and 250 run from Piccadilly Gardens to the Trafford Centre; bus 50 runs from East Didsbury to MediaCityUK. On-site car park has 160 spaces and is pay-on-exit (charges apply 24 hours a day).

Any tips for visiting IWM North?

Parking is charged at all hours and there are no EV chargers, so the tram is often easier if you are staying in Manchester.

Which airport is closest to IWM North?

The nearest airport on this site is Manchester Airport, about 8 miles away in a straight line. See hotels near the airport.