Openshaw is a suburban area of Manchester, situated roughly three miles east of the city centre. It has a long history, having been incorporated into Manchester in 1890 after previously being part of Lancashire.
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Openshaw is a suburb of Manchester, Greater Manchester, England, about three miles east of the Manchester city centre. Historically part of Lancashire, Openshaw was incorporated into the city of Manchester in 1890. Its name derives from the Old English Opinschawe, which means an open wood or coppice. The locality falls within the M 11 postal district, placing it firmly within the metropolitan area of Manchester. The description highlights Openshaw’s suburban character and its proximity to the city centre, suggesting a residential setting that balances accessibility to urban amenities with a distinct local identity rooted in its historical development. The summary reiterates these points, underscoring the area’s integration into Manchester’s urban fabric while noting its origins in the broader Lancashire region.