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Visitor Information

Imperial War Museum North
The Quays
Trafford Wharf Road
Trafford Park
Manchester M17 1TZ

Admission is FREE

 

Open daily
1 March - 1 November:
10.00 am - 6.00 pm
(last admission 5.30 pm)
2 November - 28 February:
10.00 am - 5.00 pm
(last admission 4.30 pm)

Closed 24, 25 and 26 December

PLEASE NOTE: The WaterShard Cafe will be closed on Tuesday 23 March. Alternative facilities will be available in the foyer offering a range of sandwiches, cakes and hot and cold drinks. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

PLEASE NOTE: The Main Exhibition Space will close at 4.30pm on Tuesday 23 March. The rest of the Museum will remain open until 6pm as normal. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

PLEASE NOTE: The AirShard Viewing Platform will be closed from Thursday 25 - Monday 29 March due to the Zip Wire event taking place on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 March. For further information click here. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

 

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General Enquiries
     
Tel: 0161 836 4000
     Fax: 0161 836 4090
     Email: iwmnorth@iwm.org.uk
  Event Bookings
     Tel: 0161 836 4007
Group Bookings
     Tel: 0161 836 4064
Corporate Hospitality
     Tel: 0161 836 4042/32

Secure parking, including designated parking spaces for people with disabilities, is available for 160 cars. Please note a £4 charge applies to ALL parking.

The Museum is located at The Quays - Greater Manchester's unique waterfront destination. Here you will find a wealth of cultural, sporting and leisure attractions to appeal to all ages and interests including The Lowry, the Manchester United Museum and Lowry Outlet Mall. Visit The Quays website.

Visit the Air Shard viewing platform for spectacular views over The Quays and Manchester. Charges apply: 95p (45p concessions).

Need more information?
If there is information about Imperial War Museum North that you would like to see but cannot find on our web site, please e-mail us: iwmnorth@iwm.org.uk.
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Prepare for your visit
You can purchase a copy of our Museum Guidebook in advance from our Online Shop.

Need extra help?
We are continually developing our staff and facilities to cater for your needs. If you require assistance during your visit, click here to see what we offer, telephone 0161 836 4000 or ask at the Information Desk on arrival.

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