Gorton
Gorton is a busy area in east Manchester. It’s easy to get to by Hyde Road (A57).
What’s in Gorton?
- Gorton Hub – Opened in 2022. The new hub brings together learning, jobs, health, and community services in one place.
- Gorton Market Hall – A popular spot for shopping and meeting others.
What has been done so far
In 2023, we agreed on a plan to improve Gorton centre.
The plan aims to:
- Create a new public square
- Improve how people get around
- Encourage better shops
- Build more homes for local people.
Gorton Square - a new public space
Gorton Square opened in April 2025. It was designed with help from local people and community groups. At Gorton Square, there is:
- Colourful space with trees and plants
- Lots of seating and feature lighting
- Room for kids’ activities
- A relaxing place for local people and visitors to enjoy
- Outdoor eating area with a raised terrace next to Gorton Market
- Plenty of space to hold community events.
Read news about Gorton Square.
What’s next?
Over the next year, we will:
- Make Gorton Square even bigger with more play features
- Improve Gorton Market with new windows
- Create space inside for new food stalls and a beauty zone.
Future plans
We are also working on:
- Building new homes near Gorton Square and along Garratt Way
- Making sure many of these homes are affordable.
Want to know more?
If you have queries about regeneration in Gorton, email district.centres@manchester.gov.uk.