Ashton Old Baths Historical Tour

The story of Ashton Old Baths begins in Victorian England, where calls for better sanitation led to the construction of a vast swimming baths, opened officially in 1870. The incredible structure wasn’t just a place to bathe – in fact, by 1975 when the Baths eventually closed, the building had been reinvented as an orchestra venue, a restaurant and even an indoor tennis court.

Standing empty for over 40 years, Tameside MBC and Oxford Innovation stepped in with a new vision for the remarkable space. In 2014, work began to transform the iconic landmark into a vibrant and thriving digital hub with workspace for businesses in the surrounding Greater Manchester area. With an impressive new timber structure built at the heart of the building’s original walls, we continued the Baths’ history of reinvention, innovation and creativity. This is the Ashton Old Baths we know today.

Timings

Thursday 17 September:

10.00-11.00

Friday 18 September:

14.00-15.00

Location & directions

Ashton Old Baths, Stamford Street West, Ashton-under-Lyne, Lancashire, OL6 7FW

Directions:

Sat Nav Postcode OL6 7TP

Contact on day:

Reception

Telephone number:

+441618042030

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

To book a space please email [email protected], or call 0161 804 2030

Booking contact name:

Reception

Booking telephone number:

+441618042030

Booking email:

[email protected]

Booking opens:

20 Jul 2026 12:00 AM

Booking closes:

15 Sep 2026 12:00 AM

Accessibility details

Part of the building is accessible for wheelcharis & prams. Not suitable for young children (under 5's) Council car parking available

Additional information

Pre-book only. Visitors to report to reception no earlier than 10 minutes prior to event. If you cannot attend please inform the Centre as soon as possible to allow others to take your spot. If using the nearby Council car parks - they provide up to 2 hours free of charge however you must register your car registration at ticket machine.

Max number of people:

10

Estimated duration:

1 hour(s) 0 minute(s)

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