Irlam Map

Irlam map, view the Greater Manchester town of Irlam, located in the county of Greater Manchester, England.

Detailed Street Map of Irlam Greater Manchester & Guide to the Area

Irlam Map Greater Manchester: Interactive map of Irlam, displaying the town situated in the county of Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom.

Use controls (+/-) to display a detailed street map of Irlam area and a Irlam town centre map, showing Irlam Railway Station.

Other facilities, some of which may also be visible on this Irlam map are: Station House Café and Museum, Tesco Superstore, Silver Street Brewing Co, The Station Hotel, Moorfield Primary School, Irlam Endowed Primary School, The White Horse Inn, The Boathouse, Aldi Irlam, Hays Travel, Irlam Clinic, The Olive Tree Brasserie, The Dancing Betty, Irlam & Cadishead Leisure Centre, The Red Lion, The Pet Centre, Irlam Medical Centre, Co-op Food, Bargain Booze, The Chat Moss Hotel, Haysbrook House Surgery, Greggs, Boundary Road Pharmacy, Irlam High School, The Raj Indian Cuisine, Fit Over 40 Gym, The Ship Inn, Friends of Princes Park, TJ's American Diner, St Teresa's RC Church, Irlam Library, Betfred, New Life Church, The Oakwood, Costa Coffee, The Catholic Club, B&M Bargains, Munchies Café, Pizza Hut Delivery, Matalan, St Mary's Primary School, Booths Pharmacy, The Grange Pub, Sapphire's Sandwich Bar, Post Office Irlam, The Lockkeeper's Arms, Oasis Academy Irlam, McColl's Newsagents, The Kitchen Takeaway, RVP Leisure.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Cadishead, Eccles, Barton-upon-Irwell, Worsley, Peel Green, Urmston, Flixton, Patricroft, Monton, Clifton, Little Hulton, Hollins Green, Glazebrook, Rixton, Carrington, Trafford Park, Stretford, Davyhulme, Brookhouse, Astley, Boothstown, Partington, Higher Irlam.

Irlam sits on the western edge of Greater Manchester, not far from the River Mersey, where the city starts to give way to wider skies and open stretches of green. It's one of those places that feels like a town in its own right but still close enough to the action if you want a change of pace. There's a strong community spirit here, built around local clubs, schools, and familiar faces on the high street. It's a practical sort of place—plenty of shops and local businesses, a good mix of housing, and easy links to the rest of the region.

The town's roots go way back, originally a small farming settlement near the Mersey, known for centuries as Irwellham before the name slowly shifted to Irlam. Things took a sharp turn in the 19th century with the arrival of the Manchester Ship Canal, bringing industry, shipbuilding and railway lines into the mix. Steel and engineering became a big deal here, and the town grew quickly, with rows of workers' homes springing up around the canal. Today, the population sits at around 20,000 and the town forms part of the City of Salford. While the big factories have mostly faded, Irlam still carries that industrial spirit—hardworking, no-nonsense, and proud of where it's come from.

Irlam has a few gems of its own. Princes Park is the local green space, a solid choice for a stroll or a game of footy. Then there's Irlam Station, not just for travel but also the Station House café and museum, which gives a surprisingly engaging peek into local rail history. Down by the canal, you'll find walks and cycle routes with a bit of peace and quiet, and there's a strong local sports scene, with rugby, cricket and football clubs doing their bit. Just outside town, there's Dunham Massey—a National Trust treasure with a stately home, deer park, and beautiful grounds. Another good trip is the Bridgewater Canal towpath, which stretches through nearby areas like Worsley and Monton. For a bit of English Heritage flavour, head over to Barton-upon-Irwell for the old church and canal aqueducts, both steeped in Victorian engineering history.

The wider Greater Manchester area offers more than enough for a day out or weekend plans. Head into Manchester city centre and you've got everything from shopping at the Trafford Centre to exhibitions at the Science and Industry Museum. Fancy a night out? The Northern Quarter's got you covered. There's live music, theatre, food from every corner of the globe, and big-name football matches if that's your thing. Salford Quays has The Lowry and MediaCity, while places like Heaton Park and Tatton Park make for easy outdoor escapes. Whether you're into gigs, galleries or just a decent pint, there's plenty to get stuck into.

Getting around from Irlam is easy enough. The local train station runs direct services into Manchester Oxford Road and Liverpool, making commuting straightforward. It's close to the M60 and M62, with the A57 running right through town, so you're well connected by road too. Manchester Airport is around 25 minutes away by car, and it's one of the busiest in the country, with flights heading just about everywhere. Buses are regular through the area, covering local stops and connecting into nearby towns like Eccles, Urmston and Cadishead.

Greater Manchester as a whole is a proper mix of city swagger and down-to-earth communities. Made up of ten boroughs, including Salford where Irlam sits, it was pulled together in the 1970s to reflect how the city and its surrounding towns had grown into one another. It's a region shaped by industry, football, music and innovation, with a strong sense of pride and no shortage of personality. From the high-rise blocks of central Manchester to the village greens of outer towns like Irlam, there's a shared sense of momentum—always changing, but never forgetting its roots.

We hope you found this Irlam tourist map useful for your visit to the area.

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