Heritage walks

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Trace the surprising and enlightening history of Salford, from the industrial revolution to the present day.

Exercise your body and mind and discover the hidden history of the city on our friendly and informal heritage walks.

There’s a wealth of heritage and history to discover in Salford, and there’s no better way to learn about the city’s fascinating past, than on a heritage walk. These eight walks explore the unknown, often quirky, but always interesting stories of Salford’s history and uncover the hidden facts. Walks leaders will bring to life Ordsall Hall, The Quays, Eccles, Worsley, Swinton, Irlams o’th’ Height and Weaste among others. Plus they’ll also be retelling tales of infamous wakes, bodysnatchers, ghosts, Merchant Princes and Queen Victoria.

Heritage walks are a great way of getting some exercise, meeting new people and discovering more about the city. The walks are suitable for all ages and are on even ground, however not suitable for wheelchair users or pushchairs.

Lace up your walking shoes and step out for a fun and fact packed walk.

Heritage walks - dates arranged for 2009

Industrial Patricroft - Sunday 7 June 2009
Featuring the Bridgewater Canal, Nasmyth, the first railway pub and A.V. Roe, the aircraft pioneer. MEET at Monton Medical Centre, Canal Side, Monton Green, Eccles, M30 8AR. 2.30pm.
Approx 2.5 miles. Contact 0161 909 6518 for more information.

Salford Music Walk - Saturday 18 July 2009
Meet at 2:00pm outside Salford Museum and Art Gallery
Approx. 2 miles
More information coming soon

Down by the Riverside - Sunday 23 August 2009
Meet at 1:30pm outside Salford Museum and Art Gallery
Approx. 2 miles
More information coming soon

The Crescent to Victoria Bridge
Meet at 2.00pm outside Salford Museum and Art Gallery.
Approx. 2 miles
More information coming soon

This walk is free as part of Heritage Open Days

Heritage Open Day

All walks unless otherwise stated are cost £2.00 (children free).

More information about Heritage Walks.

Who to contact

Name: Naomi Lewis
Telephone: 0161 778 0881
Email: naomi.lewis@salford.gov.uk

This page was last updated on 02 June 2009

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