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Manchester Town Hall

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Reviewed by Elena Voss · Roavina Travel Editor

About Manchester Town Hall

Manchester Town Hall is a Victorian neo-Gothic municipal building and the ceremonial headquarters of Manchester City Council. Designed by Alfred Waterhouse, it was completed in 1877 and has been Grade I listed since 1952. Its clock tower rises to 85 metres and houses the bell Great Abel. Inside, the Great Hall is decorated with Ford Madox Brown's Manchester Murals, which illustrate the history of the city.

Checked 2026-11-10 · Source

What to watch out for

The town hall has been closed since 2018 for a long refurbishment, together with the adjacent Albert Square, and is scheduled to reopen in spring 2027. Until then the interiors, including the Great Hall and its murals, cannot be visited, and the square in front is also affected. Check the reopening before planning a visit inside.

Checked 2026-11-10 · Source

Common questions

Is Manchester Town Hall open?

No. It has been closed for refurbishment since 2018 and is scheduled to reopen in spring 2027.

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