No1 Castlefield

What is the location of the complex?

The new complex resides in Castlefield, a relaxed neighbourhood in the heart of Manchester. Streaked with quaint cobbled streets and intricate networks of canals, the area is packed with charming cafés, high-end restaurants, cool bars, and music venues. Dating back to Roman times, Castlefield creates a unique atmosphere with its historic buildings and modern amenities.

To get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, residents of No1 Castlefield can take a short walk to St. Georges Park, a vast green space that features a playground, football pitches, and a multi-use games area. Peppered with trees, it is a wonderful place for a morning jog or a tranquil stroll. In addition, a stone’s throw away from the complex, Bridgewater Canal offers a peaceful promenade along its stream.

No1 Castlefield boasts wonderful transport connections. Mere minutes away from the complex, Cornbrook Metrolink Station is served by the Blue, Navy, Pink, Purple, and Red lines. Moreover, it takes just 6 minutes to reach Manchester Piccadilly by train from the nearby Deansgate station.

What can be found on the territory?

• Nurseries/Education: Castlefield Campus (11 min), Saint Wilfrid's Roman Catholic Primary School (14 min), Old Trafford Community Academy (10 min), St Alphonsus Primary School (12 min), Afifah School (15 min), Bright Horizons Trafford Nursery and Preschool (12 min)
• Shopping: Insitu Manchester (1 min), Sainsbury's (16 min), Morrisons Daily (4 min), The Regent Retail Park (15 min), The Red Rose Centre (18 min), White City Retail Park (28 min)
• Medical Facilities: SpaMedica (11 min), The Arch Medical Practice (18 min), Lumiere Clinic (16 min), Cornbrook Medical Practice (9 min), City Road Surgery (9 min), Limelight Health and Well-being Hub (16 min)
• Café/Restaurants: Gordon's Kitchen (2 min), Xpress Pizza (2 min), Prestige Kitchen Hulme (5 min), Binary Bar and Grill Manchester (5 min), McDonald's Salford - Regent Road (12 min), Albert's Shed (14 min)
• Entertainment: Club 3000 Bingo Old Trafford (17 min), Castlefield Bowl (15 min), Rebellion Manchester (15 min), Junkyard Golf Club (17 min), HOME Manchester (19 min), The Bridgewater Hall (21 min)
• Others: New Hope Fellowship Church (4 min), Hacienda (18 min), Deansgate Interchange (8 min), Science and Industry Museum (18 min)

What are the architectural features?

No1 Castlefield comprises four apartment blocks, including a 16-storey tower at the rear. The street-facing apartments come with a red-brick façade, while the rest feature grey and sandy tones. The traditional exterior is brightened up by innovative rooftop houses with private terraces, creating a small elevated neighbourhood of its own that stands out with its light-coloured façades and pitched roofs. The tower boasts a more contemporary-style look, opting for strikingly white details and extensive glazing.

Are there amenities and facilities at No1 Castlefield?

The new complex provides plenty of green spaces for residents to roam about. Hidden from prying eyes, the beautifully-landscaped courtyards offer a secluded place to relax and unwind. In addition, No1 Castlefield boasts a tree-lined rooftop garden that features stunning views of the city. The scheme includes active street frontages for retail and commercial units. In addition, the new complex comes with 138 underground parking spaces.

What kind of transportation is around?

• Bus stop: 255, 720 (1 min), X50 (3 min), 256, 785 (8 min)
• Tram Stop: Cornbrook (4 min), Trafford Bar (18 min)
• Train Station: Deansgate (17 min)
• Road Access: Chester Road
• Airport: Manchester Airport (20 min), Liverpool John Lennon Airport (43 min)
• Heliport: City Airport & Heliport (14 min)
• Car Rental: Manchester Car Rental (17 min), Enterprise Car & Van Hire - Salford Quays (22 min)

Are there units for sale?

Comprising a total of 419 units, No1 Castlefield offers a wide array of layouts, including one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, two- and three-bedroom duplexes, and a unique collection of top-floor duplex penthouses with roof gardens. The huge floor-to-ceiling windows flood the living areas with an abundance of natural light. The interior is distinguished by high-quality fittings and fine finishes. Spread across four blocks, No1 Castlefield features three distinctive designs with their own colour palettes. The epitome of elegance, the tower collection boasts white and light finishes throughout, opting for smooth textures. Creating a raw and urban vibe, the Mill apartments are enriched by deep tones and colours that accentuate the use of dark metals and timbers. Meanwhile, the Mill House collection comes in a soft urban palette, endowed with natural stone, timber features, and metal finishes.

Which developer builds No1 Castlefield?

No1 Castlefield is a project of DeTrafford. Headquartered in Cheshire, England, the property development company was founded by Gary Jackson in 2008. Full of innovative spirit, DeTrafford strives to create sustainable contemporary developments that mix the heritage of Manchester with modern luxury. With a unique portfolio of properties throughout the city, the company’s residential developments include St George’s Gardens, Elisabeth Gardens, and Sky Gardens, among many others.

To discover more about No1 Castlefield or DeTrafford, please refer to the official website of the developer.