Foundations of Victorian corn mill and a public weighing station among treasures unearthed...

The foundations of a Victorian corn mill and a public weighing station are among the treasures which have been unearthed at a major archaeological...

Lancaster Bomber Crew who crashed near the Irwell will be remembered

It’s nearly 80 years since they died in a World War II air crash but those connected with Lancaster bomber PB 304 will never...

Calypso legend is honoured in Trafford

A calypso legend who arrived in the UK on the Windrush has been honoured in Trafford. A blue plaque has been unveiled on the 75th...

From WWII bombs to annual Eid bouncy castles, audio trail uncovers Old Trafford’s social...

A spoken history of Old Trafford has been shared across its streets in an audio trail of stories to look for, find and listen...
Visitors to Philips Park Cemetery in Manchester will be able to step back in time thanks to the work of the Friends of Philips Park Cemetery

‘Did You Know’ project delves into the history of graves in Philips Park Cemetery

Visitors to Philips Park Cemetery in north Manchester will be able to step back in time thanks to the historical sleuth work of the...

Team of Manchester archeologists start excavating King Arthur’s tomb

Archaeologists from The University of Manchester have started a dig at a 5,000-year-old tomb linked to King Arthur, hoping to answer some of the...

Book detailing the the decline, dereliction, and revival of Gorton Monastery is published...

A fascinating first-person account of the decline, dereliction, and revival of one of Manchester’s most historic buildings is published for the first time. Gorton Monastery,...

Rare example of surviving air raid siren in Hale is listed after Historic England...

A rare example of a surving air raid siren, located on Cecil Road in Hale, has been listed at Grade II by the Department...

Emily Williamson shortlisted statue designs are on display at Manchester Art Gallery

Four shortlisted designs for a statue of eco pioneer and founder of the RSPB Emily Williamson (1855-1936) have gone on display at Manchester Art...

150 years young: Rochdale Town Hall marks historic milestone

Rochdale’s stunning town hall, widely considered to be one of the finest municipal buildings in the country, is turning 150 years old and residents...