Heritage

Over 600 years old and still open

On May 22nd 2017, following a concert by Ariana Grande at the Manchester Arena, terrorist Salman Ramadan Abedi detonated a bomb that claimed the lives of 22 people and injured many more...

The Glade of Light is a 'living memorial' at the very start of Bury New Road to those who lost their lives in the 22nd May 2017 Manchester Arena terror attack...

Never mind the Hacienda and the Warehouse Project, the world’s first DJ came from Bury New Road and in 1909 drew huge crowds to hear his records in Heaton Park and beyond...

From writing one of The Hollies biggest hits while riding on the 95 bus down Bury New Road, to co-writing 10CC’s biggest hits, writing iconic footy songs and touring with Ringo’s All Starr Band...

Super manger and the Tony Wilson of his day managed 10CC, Herman's Hermits, sports stars and more...

Local author, Alice Searle, uncovers executions, suicides and ghosts on Kersal Moor...

From cock fighting to football, and from archery to horse racing, Kersal Moor has been at the epicentre of sport in Salford throughout the ages. Here, author Alice Searle, tells the tales...

A small piece of moorland that has a huge and rich history, from Chartist demonstrations, to horse racing, Spanking Roger and more...

Ed Blaney, The Fall Tour Manager, Manager, Collaborator and Friend of Mark E Smith recalls their relationship...