Greater Manchester

Properties and events in Greater Manchester

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175th Church Anniversary

Moorhouse Methodist Church, Rochdale Road, Milnrow, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL16 3LN
In person
Pre-booking not required

Exhibition showing the history of the church over 175 years photos, banners, stories and archives

A talk by Local Historian Dr Diana Leitch

Elm Grove, Didsbury, Greater Manchester, M20 6RL
In person
Pre-booking not required

'Fletcher Moss JP: who was he and what did he do?' a talk by local historian Dr Diana Leitch

Abney Hall: The country house that inspired Agatha Christie (House Tour)

Abney Hall, Manchester Road, Cheadle, Stockport, Greater Manchester, SK8 2PD
In person
Pre-booking required

Abney Hall was the home of Agatha Christie's older sister, Madge. Agatha was a regular visitor and several of her books are said to have been inspired by the house and grounds.

Adult crafts in 1884 heritage signal box

Station Masters House, Station Road, Irlam, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M44 5ZR
In person
Pre-booking required

Come and get crafty in our 1884 heritage signal box -"Flower Craft with Vintage Papers" - a small group activity set in the calming environment of our heritage signal box. Through this workshop you will learn skills and take home your own creations.

Albion Church Everyday Histories

Albion United Reformed Church, Stamford Street East, Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater Manchester, OL6 6QQ
In person
Pre-booking not required

You can see Albion Church the Grade ll* gothic style building towering 220ft. above Park Parade A635. Don’t drive past, call in and see the Architecture from the inside! and learn about the Everyday Histories of Albion. Café serving snacks and lunch.

All Saints: Heritage, Community, and Renewal

All Saints Newton Heath, Culcheth Lane, Newton Heath, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M40 1LS
Online & In person
Pre-booking not required

A weekend celebrating All Saints Church, at the heart of Newton Heath: its history, its connections, and its potential

Art Store Guided Tour at Gallery Oldham

Gallery Oldham, Greaves Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL1 1AL
In person
Pre-booking required

Peek behind store doors that are usually closed to find out more about caring for art collections.

Avro Heritage Museum

Avro Heritage Museum, Woodford Aerodrome, Chester Road, Woodford, Stockport, Greater Manchester, SK7 1AG
In person
Pre-booking not required

The world famous aircraft company; the first incorporated aircraft manufacturing company in the world, incorporated on January 1st 1910. The company was a world leader in design with many iconic aircraft, amongst which was the Lancaster and Vulcan.

Bamford Chapel and Norden URC.

Norden Road, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL11 5PQ
In person
Pre-booking not required

We're 225 years old this year! Bamford Chapel has been at the heart of the community since 1801. Come take a look around this historic building and find out more about its fascinating history. Take a look around and listen to an illustrated talk.

Behind the scenes in the archives store

Bolton Central Library and Museum, Le Mans Crescent, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL1 1SE
In person
Pre-booking required

Have you ever wondered what lies inside Bolton Library and Museum Services' archives? Well here's your chance to find out!

Beyond Haigh Hall - The Estate and Its People

Real Crafty, 9 Upper Dicconson Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN1 2AD
In person
Pre-booking not required

A project exploring the lives of the servants and estate workers who sustained Haigh Hall and its wider estate. This event introduces the research, shares findings, and highlights the people whose work shaped daily life at Haigh over generations.

Bolton Heritage Walk

Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council, Town Hall, Victoria Square, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL1 9SD
In person
Pre-booking required

Bolton Town Centre is a place where the Industrial Revolution, civic ambition, and everyday lives are seen in its buildings. This walking tour reveals how a modest market town became one of Lancashire’s industrial powerhouses.

Bolton Parish Church

St. Peters Parish Hall, The Old Grammar School, Silverwell Street, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL1 1PS
In person
Book on day

An important Grade II* listed building consecrated in 1871 but with a history of 1200 years of worship. Saxon remains from an earlier church Climb the tallest church tower in Lancashire, see bellringers in action and enjoy the exciting views.

Brookfield Church Open Weekend

Hyde Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M18 7EF
In person
Pre-booking not required

Come and learn about Brookfield Church, from its inception by Richard Peacock and design by Thomas Worthington. Discover the story of 'Beyer, Peacock and Company', founded by Richard Peacock in Gorton and its links to Brookfield Church.

Catholic Church of St Oswald & St Edmund Arrowsmith

St Oswald and St Edmund Arrowsmith RC Church, Liverpool Road, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Greater Manchester, WN4 9NP
In person
Pre-booking not required

A Grade II* listed Roman Catholic church of 1925-1930, considered the masterwork of J Sydney Brocklesby, in French Romanesque style and built of pink and buff Darley Dale and Parbold stone, with concrete domes and vaults.

Celebrating Heritage at St Wilfrid's

St. Wilfrids Parish Hall, Church Street, Standish, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN6 0JT
In person
Book on day

A celebration of Harvest, Heritage and our Diocesan Centenary

Champness Hall trust

1 Champness Hall, Drake Street, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL16 1PB
In person
Pre-booking required

This beautiful historic building is often overlooked, but inside you’ll find stories, surprises, and a future full of promise. Explore the past, see the restoration work happening today, and find out what’s next for this iconic Rochdale landmark.

Chowbent Unitarian Chapel

Alderfold Street, Atherton, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M46 9DS
In person
Pre-booking not required

A tour of Chowbent Unitarian chapel

Christ Church, West Didsbury

Darley Avenue, West Didsbury, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M20 2ZD
In person
Pre-booking not required

Discover our Alabaster and marble WWI memorial and gain an insight into the consecration and opening of the church.

Church of Saint Peter, Swinton

Saint Peter's Church, Chorley Road, Swinton, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M27 0WA
In person
Pre-booking not required

**EVENT CANCELLED** Historic listed church open with exhibition of vestments, plate, and other treasures. Refreshments and lavatories available.