Mosley Common; The Roots of the Past are Deep

The distant past of Mosley Common was based on the clearance of the ancient woodland that covered the area and its subsequent use for farming. This changed with the exploitation of the coal seams underneath the village and the population surged, houses and shops were built to serve King Coal. All this ended with the closure of 'Superpit' Mosley Common Colliery. Today the village is changing again as swathes of land are being developed into housing estates. The stories that the land, buildings and people tell us gives life and meaning to that which survives but what happens when they all are gone?
Our exhibition at St Johns School will tell the story of these events in the past of Mosley Common through images, records, films, maps and word. It will also look at community plans for our village which include a new mural on the gable end of the school which you can view on the day. The exhibition is based in St John's 1822 Georgian Sunday School and you will be able to see the school records, logbooks and look around the building with guided tours also being provided on both days. There will be refreshments served with hot and cold drinks, cakes, scones and sandwiches. On Sunday from 10.00 - 11.00am Cafe Church will take place in the school hall with an informal service with chat, singing and croissants!

Timings

Saturday 19 September:

Open 10.00 - 15.00

Sunday 20 September:

Open 10.00 - 15.00 with Cafe Church from 10.00 - 11.00

Location & directions

St Johns Church of England Primary School, Commonside Road, Mosley Common, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M28 1AN

Contact on day:

miss andrea taziker

Telephone number:

+447967096555

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Additional information

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