Keep Your Local Number Without the Fuss or a Contract
Still want your Manchester landline number but not the phone itself? Number People helps you keep it active with our Virtual Landline Numbers - no commitment, just simple call forwarding. If you’re relocating, modernising, or ditching your landline, we’ll help you port your 0161 number and send calls straight to your device.
- It’s the number that people already know and use
- No wires, no setup - just simple call forwarding
- Works with mobile, VoIP or even app-based calls
- Makes sense when downsizing or moving away
- Your Manchester number can move with you!
Unlimited Call Forwarding
Unlimited Call Forwarding for your new number for just £10 per month*
International Call Forwarding
Get a UK number which can be forwarded virtually anywhere in the world
Make Outbound Calls
Make outbound calls using your new number as your caller ID
Speedy set-up
With no hassle or fuss you can quickly activate a telephone number of your choice with no upfront payment
Low call rates
Divert to landlines for 1½ppm. Mobiles for just 7ppm. 0800 numbers cost an additional 7½ppm.
Pre-pay
Top up as and when you need to, or opt for your balance to be topped up automatically – it’s up to you!
No contract
No contract ties, commitments or initial payment required
Mobile portal
Make instant changes, view balance, top up and add more numbers via our mobile portal
Free trial
No initial payment required – test your number for free before you need to top up
Who Is This For?
- Long-time Manchester landline users who still want to be reachable
- Families ditching the landline but keeping a number for relatives
- People leaving the area who want to stay connected locally
- Anyone who wants fewer bills but the same trusted number
- Those saying goodbye to the line – but not the number
- Customers looking for a low-cost way to hold on to their Virtual Landline Number
How It Works
- Choose your 0161 number or port your current one to us
- Forward calls to any UK mobile, landline or VoIP phone.
- Control everything online; voicemail, settings & more
- No contract or hardware required
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Don’t Let Go of Your Manchester Number Just Yet
Switch to Number People and keep your 0161 number working, even without a physical landline.
FAQs: Keeping Your Landline Number in Manchester
Q: Can I keep my old Manchester landline number?
A: We can usually port your number - just check with us first to be sure.
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Q: Do I need a home phone or landline service?
A: Not at all. Your number becomes virtual and simply forwards to your mobile or another phone.
Q: Where will my calls go?
A: You choose - forward them to your mobile, VoIP, another landline, or even to voicemail using your Virtual Landline Number.
Q: Can I still use it for things like doctors, banks, or family calls?
A: Definitely. From the caller’s end, it works just like any other landline number.
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Q: Is it easy to cancel if I don’t need it anymore?
A: Yes - no contract, no hassle. You can cancel whenever you like.
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