Medieval Quarter
Sitting in close proximity to the city’s retail hub and the Salford City border, the Medieval Quarter is rich in cultural and historical significance. The area is home to Manchester Cathedral and Chethams School of Music, two renowned historical assets of the Manchester landscape which are located adjacent to Victoria Station and a range of key visitor destinations including the Corn Exchange and National Football Museum.
The Glade of Light is a memorial commemorating the victims of the 22 May 2017 terrorist attack at Manchester Arena. It honours the 22 people whose lives were taken, as well as remembering everyone who was left injured or affected.
The Glade of Light was designed to be a living memorial, a tranquil garden space for remembrance and reflection. Its peaceful surroundings are intended as the setting for commemorative events in the city relating to the attack.
The memorial is located between Manchester Cathedral and Chetham’s School of Music, at the foot of Fennel Street where it meets Victoria Street.