North West
Properties and events in North West
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'Railway Recollections Around Southport' - Heritage Talk
Join Keith Hick at Southport & Birkdale Cricket Club on Trafalgar Road for an illustrated talk about the history of Southport's railways.
'Where Do You Get Your Local News From?' A talk by Dr Julia Paul
Join Dr Julia Paul to discover the oral histories of those involved with Southport's local newspapers, both past and present, and learn more about the difference local news reporting makes to towns like ours..
'Writing under stress': the meaning and materiality of pauper letters
Free workshops provided by Nottingham Trent University in association with Cumbria Archives. Pauper Letters are a fascinating historical source. Join our team of specialists to get ‘under the skin’ of these enigmatic documents.
"Southport Scenes" pop-up gallery
Secret Sand Land & Brighter Living Partnership present "Southport Scenes" a pop-up art gallery, displaying artwork inspired by and featuring scenes from across Southport.
"What's There To Shout About?"
A history of Town Criers and the local history of Southport's Criers.
175th Church Anniversary
Exhibition showing the history of the church over 175 years photos, banners, stories and archives
190 year old church and Refurbished church hall which used to be the schoolhouse
190 year old Victorian church and The Sir Ken Dodd Happiness Hall for Church and Community.
1906 Cleveleys Cottage Exhibition Walking Tour
In 1906 an Exhibition aimed to put Cleveleys on the map by hosting an attraction showing the very best in house building methods, appliances and technology. Join this walking tour of the site of possibly the 'World's First Ideal Home Exhibition'.
20,000 Women Zine Project at Her-Place
Join artist Hannah Platt for a free, drop-in zine-making workshop. We invite you to celebrate a woman or girl living in Cheshire by creating a mini-zine sharing something about her life, experiences or everyday story.
200 years of West Lancashire Freemasonry
Following a Rebellion in Lancashire in the 1820's, the Province of Lancashire was split into two Divisions, West and East, to make management easier. West Lancashire was formed in 1826, we take a look at the history since then.
500 years of Garstang - Heritage Trail
Discover through local buildings and structures, the historic town and surrounding area of Garstang.
A Century of Entertainment: 1926 Museum Tour
Celebrate 100 years of entertainment on this special guided tour.
A Chimney Pot Spotter's Guide to Crewe
A guided walking tour of Crewe centre to appreciate the world of Chimney Pots and tune into the delights of obvious but also hidden heritage.
A Chimney Pot Spotter's Guide to Warrington
A guided walking tour of Warrington centre to appreciate the world of Chimney Pots and tune into the delights of obvious but also hidden heritage.
A Church through Time: People in the life of St Thomas Musbury
Talks, tours & trails telling the stories & characters of this Pevsner-recommended Victorian church. Whisky bootleggers, textile innovators, Rose Queens, whip rounds, processions, bazaars, community cooperation & dissent - all village life is here!
A Game For All - Heritage Timeline Stadium and Museum
Join us for a guided exploration of the heritage timeline at the Halliwell Jones Stadium before heading off to Warrington Museum & Art Gallery to see the "A Game For All" exhibition celebrating 150 years of Warrington Wolves.
A Game For All - Heritage Trail and Museum
A heritage trail celebrating 150 years of Warrington Wolves history starting from the Halliwell Jones Stadium and ending at Warrington Museum & Art Gallery for a visit to the "A Game For All" exhibition.
A Game For All - Museum Talk
Join us at Warrington Museum & Art Gallery for a brief talk about the everyday lives of the people who make up Warrington Wolves - past and present.
A Glimpse Behind the Curtain: 130 Years of Parr Hall
Join us as we celebrate 130 years of the Parr Hall and 100 years of the Cavaillé-Coll organ with an opportunity to tread the boards and learn about the building and the everyday working lives of the people who have performed and worked there.
A Heritage Walk of Early Crewe
Join Councillor Ben Wye for a walk around Crewe Town Centre to explore our heritage and share fascinating stories and memories of our town.