Location and coordinates are for the approximate centre of Failsworth within this administrative area. Geographic features and populated places may cross administrative borders.
Gazetteer of the British Isles (Edinburgh: Bartholomew, 1887). John Bartholomew
Failsworth, township and ry. sta., in par. and 4½ miles NE. of Manchester, SE. Lancashire, 1073 ac., pop. 7912; P.O., T.O.