Mosley Common; The Roots of the Past are Deep

The distant past of Mosley Common was based on the clearance of the woodland that covered the area and its subsequent use for farming. This changed with the exploitation of the coal seams under 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 give 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. A new mural has been painted on the gable end of the school to reflect the past and future of our community and you will be able to view this new artwork and learn about the 'Dogs Grave'. The exhibition is based in St John's 1822 Sunday School and you will be able to see the school records, logbooks and look around the building with guided tours being provided on both days. There will be refreshments served with hot and cold drinks, cakes, scones and pasty and mushy peas.

Timings

Saturday 19 September:

1000-1500

Sunday 20 September:

1000-1500

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

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