Irlam and Cadishead

Birds-eye view of Cadishead

Welcome to the pages for the Irlam and Cadishead Neighourhood Area. Here you will find information about the neighbourhood as well as current news, useful contacts, and opportunities for getting involved.

The neighbourhood area is made up of the wards of Irlam and Cadishead. For statistical information about these wards see our ward profiles page.

The area is extremely varied - the northern half is moss land, enabling Irlam and Cadishead to have the largest farming community in Salford. The southern half is mainly residential, having its own major employment source based on the Northbank Industrial Estate.

Leisure/community facilities/groups

Irlam and Cadishead has numerous sports clubs, bands and interest groups. A list is available at the two local libraries.

The leisure facilities in Irlam and Cadishead are expanding with the new Acorn Sports and Art Centre recently opened and a new football ground also recently re-established. There are two Fit City centres - one in each district - comprising a large swimming pool and sports facilities. There is also an active angling club and the old river makes excellent fishing.

Shopping

The main shopping area is located off Fairhills Road and includes a 24-hour Tesco superstore and Lidl.

Food and drink

Irlam and Cadishead has a great choice of pubs with a couple of restaurants from which to choose.

Community committee and local task groups

Community Committee meetings for Irlam and Cadishead are held bimonthly. Anyone wanting to find out what’s going on or get involved is invited to attend. For information about community committee including dates, times and venues, copies of the minutes, or information on how to join the mailing list, please see the Community Committee page.

Neighbourhood priorities 2010-2011

Neighbourhood priorities for the area are produced every year by the community committee. A copy of the neighbourhood priorities for Irlam and Cadishead can be downloaded below, or all neighbourhoods from the CAP page.

Other

In addition, Irlam and Cadishead are well-served by doctors and dentists including one large health centre and three smaller surgeries. Visit the Irlam and Cadishead website.

Irlam and Cadishead Neighbourhood Team

Name	Position	Email
Ursula Sossalla-Iredale	Neighbourhood Manager	ursula.sossalla-iredale@salford.gov.uk
Chris Trueblood	Community Development Worker	chris.trueblood@salford.gov.uk
Catherine Walker	Admin Officer	catherine.walker@salford.gov.uk