Greater Manchester
Properties and events in Greater Manchester
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‘Remember when - Shopping in Didsbury’– a talk by Local Historian Dr Diana Leitch
A nostalgic look back at the changing highstreets of Didsbury and Didsbury Village by local historian Dr Diana Leitch.
Alexandra Park Manchester
Visit Chorlton Lodge in Alexandra Park Manchester. We will be showing our especially commissioned film about the history of the park at 1230 and again at 1330.
Bamford Chapel and Norden URC. Illustrated talk at 2pm. Come take a look around this historic building and find out more about it's fascinating history.
Bamford Chapel has been at the heart of the community since 1801. Come and take a look around and listen to an illustrated talk to learn more about the fascinating social history of this non-conformist chapel.
BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Manchester - A Hindu place of worship
A modern building incorporating traditional design and artwork with guided tours provides an insight into Hindu beliefs and practice.
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 techniques of production have changed and how the museum’s collection is cared for today.
Christ Church, West Didsbury
Discover our Alabaster and marble WWI memorial and gain an insight into the consecration and opening of the church.
Daisy Nook Canal History Walk
Guided walk at an easy pace to see and hear about the surprising number of historic features in this small section of the Droylsden to Hollinwood canal and hear some of the history of the canal and the area. The walk will take around 90 minutes.
Didsbury Church of England Primary School
The present site dates from 1878 with a Grade II listed Arts and Crafts building designed by John Swarbrick, a member of the Manchester Society of Architects and modelled on the Palais Stoclet in Brussels, which is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Didsbury Library
Discover the Carnegie Library which was built in 1915.
Dukinfield Old Chapel (Unitarian)
See our imposing neo-Gothic Grade II* listed chapel with its impressive stained glass, unusual cantilever pulpit door, crypt with a mysterious well and fascinating graveyard. The chapel is part of the local Beatrix Potter Trail.
Fairfield Moravian Settlement
Fairfield Moravian Church and Settlement are of unique importance nationally, being the largest of its kind in Britain. It has been made into a Conservation Area with all of its buildings listed as being of Special Architectural or Historic Interest.
Hare Hill House, Littleborough
Hare Hill House dating from the late 18th century has been at the centre of the development of Littleborough for almost 250 years. Currently being transformed to create a much needed and valued community heritage asset.
Heaton Hall Manchester Open Days
Heaton Hall is normally only open on the second Sunday of each month from April to September. For the Heritage Open Days we are opening on both the Saturday and Sunday 7th and 8th September from 12 noon until 4 pm.
Heights Chapel Delph Open Weekend
Heights Chapel Delph (OL3 5TU) Open Weekend 14-15th September 2024 The Chapel will be open, with displays, 13:30-16:30 both days. Short Evensong 16:00 on the 15th Grave yard Tours weather dependent Refreshments, Car Parking and Toilets available
Heritage Pub Trail in Rochdale Town Centre
Rochdale town centre is a real haven for pub venues and we are so lucky to have such a great offering of chains and independents. The trail will involve visiting 9 historic venues which includes a temperance pop up bar within the Pioneers Museum.
Holy Name Church Guided Visit
Church open Mon-Fri 1000-1200, & 1300-1600 Sat 7 Sep 1300-1700, Sun 8 Sep 1230-1700, which show how it is used for worship and the history of the building and the community worshipping here for the last century and a half.
Holy Trinity Church, Horwich
A warm friendly church with many interesting features. Displays by Horwich Heritage & others.
Lancashire Mining Museum Battle of Britain Afternoon tea and Bevin Boys display
Commemorating the Battle of Britain and coal mining during the Second World War, remembering the Bevin Boys who were drafted into the coal mines to help the war effort. The winding engine will be running, and the lamp room and cottage will be open.
Long Street Methodist Church and School
One of Middleton's 'Golden Cluster' of historic buildings, this Arts and Crafts inspired church and former schoolrooms is a masterpiece designed by Edgar Wood (1860-1935
Makers, Music & Masonry
Ever wondered what happens inside a Freemason's lodge? Gain access to the mysteries and secrets of the lodge room for one day only whilst also enjoying our family-friendly makers, music and masonry festival. Live music, artisan markets, and more.
Manchester Islamic Centre and Didsbury Mosque
A warm welcome to this interesting Centre and Mosque is guaranteed.
Middleton Parish Church
Explore the Grade I listed church of St Leonard dates from 1100 and was rebuilt 1412 incorporating Norman arches and enlarged 1524.
Radcliffe Parish Church of St Mary, Greater Manchester/ Eco/Environment
St Mary's is a Grade I listed building, parts of which date to the 13th century. James de Radcliffe 1355-1410 is interred inside. Nearby are the ruins of the de Radcliffe's ancestral home - Radcliffe Tower, and the Grade II Tithe barn circa 1700.
Rochdale Canal - Co-ops and Connections
Come and meet staff and volunteers from the Co-op Heritage Trust and Canal and River Trust to find out how the Rochdale Canal was part of the Co-ops success story.
Rochdale Old Fire Station
Fireground museum of firefighting , with tours of the fire station building and former ballroom
Rochdale Town Centre Heritage Trail
Rochdale Development Agency will celebrate the town's history and culture be creating a Heritage Trail of interactive events and activities on the weekend of 7th and 8th September, taking audiences on a tour of hidden gems and historical tales.
Rubbish to Resource - See your recycling in action
Behind the scenes at the recycling centre.
Saddleworth St Chad Parish Church
Saddleworth St Chad Church known as the ‘Parish on the Moor’ is listed by Historic England as a Grade II* building ‘at risk’. This means that the building is of special interest and warranting every effort to preserve it.
Salford Road Solar Farm
See how sunlight is converted into electricity! Your chance to visit the largest public sector owned solar farm in the North West. See how sunlight is being used to generate electricity and why it is near the waste treatment facilities.
St Aidan's Church Open Day
An opportunity to visit this Grade II* Temple Moore Church.
St Andrew's Church Eccles
Grade II* Victorian Church open for people to look round with self guided leaflets or with guided tours
St James with St Thomas Church. Poolstock. Wigan. Greater Manchester.
Climb the tower steps and enjoy a Bell ringing experience. See the experts at work and maybe have a go yourself. Visit our beautiful church and enjoy a free tour. Faith cafe open on a pay as you feel basis.
St John the Baptist Church
The Church contains one of the largest pieces of artwork in the North West.
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 Margaret's Church
Come and look round our beautiful church. Refreshments available.
St Mary’s Church - Newton Hyde
Grade II listed Church of England church. Stained glass windows. Interior elements include fixed pews and galleries with box seating. Other fixtures include a stone font and pulpit, a wooden lectern, and various memorial tablets.
St Nicholas Church, Burnage
Major architectural landmark on one of Manchester's busiest arterial roads.
St Peter's Church, Firs Lane
St Peter's Church is situated in Leigh Greater Manchester and is a Grade II* listed building built in 1881. One of the most interesting features in our church is the pulpit, which came from Manchester Catherdal during the Second World War.
St.George's Church, Mossley
"The Cathedral of the Pennines", St. George's Church Mossley will be opening its doors again this year for HODS2024 and we are focusing on Routes - Networks - Connections
Stockport Town Hall
Stockport Town Hall is thrilled to be throwing open its doors to celebrate Heritage Open Days 2024. Come and find the devils head, discover the trouble with toilets and view rooms used for filming of Peaky Blinders and Coronation Street.
The Old Parsonage
Home of Fletcher Moss Alderman, philanthropist, JP and author. The house is now a community space. A rare stained glass sundial window has been installed in the building.
Tour of the Mechanics Institute, birthplace of the TUC.
The Mechanics Institute is a grade II* listed building it is best known as the birthplace of the TUC which was founded in the building in 1868, and Manchester's two universities have their roots in the building.
Visit our Renew Hub
Come and see where the items donated by the people of Greater Manchester are repaired, upcycled and put back into reuse!
Withington Baths Heritage Tour
Withington Baths is Manchester’s last working heritage pool. Thanks to National Lottery Heritage Fund we have been able to do vital repairs to our Edwardian building. Please join us for a free tour of our much-loved building.