Stockport Air Raid Shelters, Manchester

Stockport Air Raid Shelters

📍 Manchester, United Kingdom

Stockport Air Raid Shelters comprise nearly a mile of underground shelters located at 65 Great Underbank in Stockport, Greater Manchester, created to protect local inhabitants during World War II air raids.

About Stockport Air Raid Shelters

A museum consisting of a system of underground air-raid shelters.

To protect local inhabitants during World War II air raids.

Situated under Stockport, 6 miles south of Manchester, with nearby landmarks including The Plaza and Stockport Garrick Theatre.

Characteristics

Underground
Nearly 1 mile (1.6 km) in length
Requires an admission fee

Important Features

Website available
Operates on specific weekly opening hours with public holidays off

Interesting Facts

The underground shelter system extends almost 1 mile (1.6 km) in length.

Useful Information

Address: 65, Great Underbank, Stockport, SK1 1NE
Opening hours are Tuesday through Friday from 13:00 to 17:00, Saturday from 10:00 to 17:00, and Sunday from 11:00 to 16:00, with public holidays off.