Manchester
Properties and events in Manchester
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Alexandra Park Manchester Heritage Centre
Exhibitions and films about the history of the Alexandra Park
Behind the scenes of The Conservation Studio
Go behind the scenes of The Conservation Studio at People's History Museum. Learn about the world’s largest collection of trade union and political banners, how they were made and how they are cared for today.
Holy Name Church Guided Visit
Church open Mon-Fri 1000-1200, & 1300-1600 Sat 6 Sep 1300-1700, Sun 7 Sep 1230-1700. Tours (10am, 2pm, 4pm (10am on Sat 13 Sep with BSL)), describe the history, archtecture and worshipping life of this community for the last century and a half.
Museum of Transport, Greater Manchester
A grade II listed building, one of Manchester's first bus garages, now used as a transport museum.
Museum of Transport, Greater Manchester: Bus Tours
An opportunity to ride on historic buses from the Museum of Transport, Greater Manchester. Children under 16 must be accompanied.
Railway Revolution: The Station Agent's House
Join us to visit the recent restoration of this handsome early 19th century building and learn more about the Landmark Trust's project.
Rubbish to Resource - See your recycling in action
Behind the scenes at the recycling centre.
St James Church Gorton and Abbey Hey -
Exhibitions exploring the history of St James Church. Wander around and find wonderful aspects of it's architecture, stained glass and furnishing. Share archives and photographs. It is hoped the church will have a reordering soon. See the plans.
St Margaret's Church
Discover St Margaret's Church this Heritage Open Day, with beautiful stained glass windows, carved oak pews and church furniture.
St Michael & All Angels Church, Northern Moor
St Michael & All Angels is a spectacular 20th century church, built in the shape of a star. Features of interest include the huge blue and red pointed east window of the Heavenly Host by Christopher Webb and a double, star-shaped chandelier.
Yellow Brick Road and Stockport Canal, Gorton Mill House.
Information about the history of the Stockport Canal and the associated “Yellow Brick Rd”, which ia adjacent to Gorton Mill House. Maps, photos, video and face to face interaction for local community with Society members.