About Irlam in Greater Manchester

The town of Irlam is located in the borough of Salford, in Greater Manchester, England. It lies on the south bank of the River Irwell, in the historic county of Lancashire. Irlam was first recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086 as "Irelam", and later appeared in records as "Yrlham" and "Irlam". The name is derived from the Old English "yrlum", meaning "river-land".

Irlam is a former industrial town, with a history of coal mining and steel production. The town's economy is now largely based on service industries. Irlam has a population of approximately 15,000 people.

The town centre of Irlam is located around a square known as "The Green". The Green is home to a number of shops and businesses, as well as a weekly market. Irlam also has a number of parks and open spaces, including Jubilee Park, which was opened to mark the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II.

Irlam is served by two railway stations, Irlam railway station and Cadishead railway station. The town is also home to a number of primary and secondary schools, as well as a sixth form college.