The University of Manchester's map collection can be browsed online. This collection includes over 250 mostly 19thcentury Ordnance Survey maps, including over 150 maps of Manchesterfrom our collections(these maps are inaccessible via ourlibrary PCs)

Ordnance Survey. 25 inch to 1 mile (1:2500). Lancashire sheets. Various editions surveyed 1888-1933, published 1892 -1934. Unlike most big cities, the Manchester city center is compact, and therefore easy to explore on foot. Because walking is a popular choice among tourists and locals alike, the city's thoroughfares bustle with pedestrians. Be sure to get a copy of theManchester Walking Tour Maps to enjoy the city’s hidden treasures. The maps are tailored to suit your interests, from cultural tours to food explorations. TheManchester Walking Tour Maps is your ultimate travel guide.

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Our Delegate Welcome Programmeenables us to create a personalised set of activities to maximiseattendees’ experience. A Coordinated City-Welcome Key items from our map collection can be viewed in our Library Digital Collections repository. These date from the 17th century to mid-20th century. Manchester is one of the easiest cities to explore, thanks to its trains and trams. The Metrolink can take you to the city’s top attractions within a short time. For a flexible and stress-free tour of the city, refer to theManchester metro map. Find the best routes to your desired destination using the Manchester Transport Map. Whether you want to shop in the city center, immerse yourself in one of its museums, or marvel at its skyline, the Manchester Transport Map is your perfect guide. You obviously don’t know Manchester if you think football and shopping are all it has to offer. Manchester throbs with creativity with its evolving art scene and culinary quirks. It buzzes with life with its fascinating pubs and renowned northern hospitality. It is a small wonder that Manchester is considered one of Britain's top tourist destinations. In Lancashire and Yorkshire these plans were produced for towns with a population of over 4000. Only a few other towns were mapped at this scale. The plans are incredibly detailed showing features such has man-holes, lampposts and the interior layout of buildings such as workhouses, theatres and the Town Hall. All 49 sheets for Manchester are available to view online. Browse maps or go to index map

Ordnance Survey. Six-inch series of England and Wales (1:10560). Manchester sheet 104, surveyed 1845, published 1848. How to keep active in Manchester, including running routes, gyms, yoga studios, bike hireand sports facilities Bird's Eye View of Manchester in 1889.This stunning view of Manchester was drawn by Victorian illustrator and draughtsman H.W. Brewer, who was known for his depictions of cities drawn from an elevated viewpoint. View map Manchester Bus Station (Manchester Central Coach Station) is not shown on the map, but is located in Chorlton Street.

A selection of Lancashire sheets extending as far as Broughton in the north; Rusholme in the south; Droylsden in the east; and Pendleton in the west. In most cases four editions of each sheet are available, documenting rich urban change between the 1890’s and 1930’s. Browse maps or go to index maps Airport Meet & Greet – We can help connect you with airport transfer services to ensure smooth arrival for your speakers and high-profile guests