Cross Bank Manchester Map

About Cross Bank

Cross Bank, a quiet suburb within the Oldham district of Manchester, carries the subtle imprint of its past. It lies 1.0 km north-north-east of Lees (from Lees: bearing 14°T, OS grid SD 955 055). The air here often holds a particular clarity, as if filtered by the distant Pennine uplands, lending a soft luminescence to the modest brick terraces and the occasional sturdy Victorian dwelling. Though its origins are rooted in the industrial expansion of the 19th century, where the hum of looms once formed a constant backdrop, Cross Bank now cultivates a more tranquil character, its streets traversed by the gentle cadence of daily life. Small green spaces, miniature oases of lawn and occasional mature tree, punctuate the urban fabric, offering quiet corners where the evening light lingers a little longer. The local primary school, a red-brick building that has witnessed generations of children, stands as a quiet sentinel, its playground echoes a testament to the enduring pulse of community.

About This Cross Bank Map Page

Explore Cross Bank, Manchester, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 53.546864, -2.068644. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.