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Withington webpages 

Reporting problems

Problems in Withington with the maintenance of public spaces, with refuse, with drains, graffiti, poor paving, faulty lighting, excessive noise, etc. should be reported to www.manchester.gov.uk/environment (preferably), or phone 0161 234 5004, or email contact@manchester.gov.uk. 

Reporting Anti-Social Behaviour 

Residents who are experiencing noise disturbance should contact Manchester City Council’s Licensing and Out of Hours Team on 0161 234 5004. Calls made during office hours will be directed to the general Manchester City Council switchboard. Out-of-hours calls (at night or weekends) will receive a recorded message and then be put through to the Out-of-hours Team. The Team works in the community from 8.45pm until 4.30am. If you wish, you can use the link above to report a problem online. If students are involved, you may call the Off-Campus Student Affairs Officer at Manchester Student Homes, during office hours, on 0161 275 0750 (07747 006 843).

Local Parks

Withington area is fortunate to have a wealth of high-quality parks and green spaces. Many have 'Friends' groups, consisting of volunteers who, along with the City Council, manage and maintain the parks. There are many organised activities in the parks - see the websites below for details.

Withington societies

Ladybarn 

The Ladybarn Social Club is thriving, with many activities.  There is a good article on the history of Ladybarn Social Club.

Ladybarn Community Hub organises many activities and provides a safe and useful space for all: website.

Albemarle Allotments Association

If you would like to experience the pleasure of growing your own fruit and vegetables, The Albemarle Allotments Association has 110 plots, including raised beds for those with mobility problems.  Visit the hut between 11 and 12 noon on Sundays (the main gate is at the junction of Lynmouth Avenue and Minehead Avenue), email albemarle13@yahoo.co.uk or visit our website www.albemarleallotments.org.uk

The Philharmonic Choir of Manchester

The Philharmonic Choir of Manchester performs regularly at St Paul’s Church in Withington, including three concerts each year www.philchoir.org.uk. 

Other Withington websites

Local Civic Societies

Other local websites