Withington Baths Heritage Tour
30 Burton Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M20 3EB
Our building dates back to 1911, when the founding stone was laid. We opened our doors in 1913 and in 1914 we became the first pool in Manchester to offer mixed bathing. Fast forward 100 years and our much-loved swimming pool and facilitates were at risk of closure. However, the local community campaigned to keep the building open, and in 2015 the charity Love Withington Baths was formed to ensure the future of the baths. The building at this point was in a state of disrepair and with help from the Heritage Fund, we have been able to restore many elements of the building, repairing heritage elements such as the pitched roof over the pool and restoring the beautiful stained-glass windows.
Use the Eventbrite link below to book onto a behind-the-scenes tour of Withington Baths. Led by one of our knowledgeable volunteers, you will glimpse into Withington's industrial past and explore the hidden histories of Withington Baths.
This is tour includes step-access, and is not suitable for anyone under the age of 12. An adult or guardian must accompany any child under the age of 16.
Timings
- Saturday 12 September:
- 1400 - 1500
- Sunday 13 September:
- 1400 - 1500
Location & directions
30 Burton Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M20 3EB
- Contact on day:
- Eleanor Hicks
- Telephone number:
- +441614781181
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Please book your FREE ticket via the Eventbrite link below. Tickets are limited so booking in advance is advised. For more information please contact Eleanor at [email protected]
- Booking website:
- https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/withington-baths-heritage-tour-tickets-1997557090029
- Alternative booking website:
- https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/withington-baths-heritage-tour-tickets-1997558064945
- Booking opens:
- 17 Aug 2026 07:00 AM
- Booking closes:
- 13 Sep 2026 02:00 PM
Accessibility details
This tour requires step-access, although a wheelchair accessible route can be provided. More general access information can be found via our Access for Everyone page on the Withington Baths Website. Please contact Eleanor at [email protected] with any access requirements or questions you may have.
Additional information
- Max number of people:
- 8
- Estimated duration:
- 1 hour(s)
