Trafford Park Travel Guide

Manchester

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The restored 1903 steamer Daniel Adamson steaming west at Barton-upon-Irwell, with the two swing bridges in the background.
The restored 1903 steamboat Daniel Adamson under way in the Manchester Ship Canal near Barton Road Bridge, in Barton-upon-Irwell, Salford.
Barton Bridge, a swing bridge carrying Barton Road over the Manchester Ship Canal, turning open to allow a waiting ship to pass. In the background is the Barton Aqueduct, which is also a swing bridge, and at the time of the photo had already turned fully open in readiness for the ship. This view is from the southwest. Additional information from the photographer's original post to Flickr: The aqueduct was shifted about fifteen minutes before the road bridge meaning it's easy to catch both operations. This is from the only decent vantage point on the canal side just off the Old Barton Road (which provides decent parking for anyone driving to view the mechanical marvels). The road bridge is opened "just in time" for any passing ships.

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Top hotels in Trafford Park

Hotel Football, Old Trafford, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Hotel Football, Old Trafford, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4 out of 5
99 Sir Matt Busby Way Manchester England
The price is ฿2,799 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
฿2,799
฿3,359 total
12 Feb - 13 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Loved the hotel, the location, next to Old Trafford, my beloved team.

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Hotel Football, Old Trafford, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport

Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport

4 out of 5
Chicago Avenue Manchester England
The price is ฿5,068 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
฿5,068
฿6,081 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,877 reviews)
Really efficient check in after our late arriving flight. Room was spotless and comfortable. And the breakfast was one of the best buffet breakfasts we've every had.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport

Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport

4 out of 5
Outwood Lane Manchester England
The price is ฿3,168 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
฿3,168
฿3,801 total
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,229 reviews)
Ideal location for train station and airport and free transport always a bonus

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
TRIBE Manchester Airport

TRIBE Manchester Airport

4 out of 5
Chicago Avenue Manchester England
The price is ฿2,971 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
฿2,971
฿3,565 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions The Runway Visitor Park and Quarry ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,513 reviews)
Clean room, quality service including room service, the TV pairing system worked great

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

TRIBE Manchester Airport
Treehouse Hotel Manchester

Treehouse Hotel Manchester

4 out of 5
Blackfriars Street Manchester England
The price is ฿3,837 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
฿3,837
฿4,655 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Old Trafford and Trafford ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (574 reviews)
Hotel with something different 😀

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Treehouse Hotel Manchester
Maldron Hotel Manchester City Centre

Maldron Hotel Manchester City Centre

4 out of 5
Charles Street Manchester England
The price is ฿2,347 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
฿2,347
฿2,867 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,457 reviews)
Overall good.

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Maldron Hotel Manchester City Centre
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Other neighbourhoods around Trafford Park

Old Trafford, Manchester, England

Old Trafford

Travellers choose Old Trafford for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Trafford Bar Tram Stop or Old Trafford Tram Stop and check out top sights like Old Trafford.

Old Trafford
Castlefield Roman Fort featuring heritage architecture and a city

Castlefield

4.5/5(56 area reviews)

Castlefield is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Castlefield Bowl and Beetham Tower while in the area.

Castlefield
People\'s History Museum

Spinningfields

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Spinningfields. You might want to make time for a stop at Manchester Opera House or Deansgate.

Spinningfields
The day Fred arrived back  in Manchester 16th July 2017

First Street

First Street might not have many top sights, but Old Trafford and Bridgewater Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

First Street
Magnificent Cathedral under extensive renovations. Estimated completion date is set at 2024.

Civic Quarter

While you're in Civic Quarter, take in top sights like Manchester City Hall and jump on the metro at St Peters Square Station to see more of the city.

Civic Quarter
#BvsCities Amazing city. This is Media City in Salford Quays. Amazing at night.

Central Retail District

While you're in Central Retail District, take in top sights like Royal Exchange Theatre and jump on the metro at Market Street Station to see more of the city.

Central Retail District


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