New Portland Basin Museum exhibition explores Tameside’s medical past
The recent addition looks at the history of medicine locally, including the development of Tameside Hospital. Named ‘An Apple a Day’, it combines objects...
Salford celebrates 100 years with centenary ‘Dreamed a Dream’ golden ale
As Salford celebrates 100 years since becoming a City, Lark Hill Brewery, the University of Salford’s own micro-brewery specialising in craft and artisan beers,...
Discover Salford’s hidden heritage during centenary celebrations
A new heritage trail has been launched across Crescent in Salford, inviting people to explore the stories, people and moments that have shaped the...
Brand new podcast ‘Salford Voices’ celebrates city’s residents and artists in its 100th year
Award-winning Salford based arts company Art with Heart launches a brand new podcast on 21 April; four episodes and a series of mini episodes...
Brand new Exhibition celebrates 50 years of Salford Life
A brand new exhibition celebrating 50 years of Salford life at Height Library bringing together images from the past and present in one striking...
First ever Enigma machine purchased by the UK on display at Bletchley Park
An historic Enigma cipher machine has been unveiled at Bletchley Park to mark 100 years since it was first purchased and brought to Britain.
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Fresh hope for Oldham Mural as local group sets out vision.
A new trust that will secure the future of a derelict church in Oldham containing a “dazzling” 20th-century artwork.
The Oldham Mural & Cultural Heritage...
Manchester Airport’s iconic chandeliers are reimagined for the 21st Century
Historic chandeliers that were once a familiar sight for holidaymakers passing through Manchester Airport’s Terminal 1 have been given a new lease of life,...
Kimpton Clocktower launches rare Tony Wilson Exhibition
Manchester landmark Kimpton Clocktower Hotel id unveiling a free exhibition of previously unseen portraits of Tony Wilson, one of Manchester’s most influential figures in...
Iconic Brief Encounter clock returns to Carnforth Station after restoration
Visitors to Carnforth Railway Station can once again see the original clock made famous by the 1945 film Brief Encounter, returned to its rightful place 80 years after the...