Stockport's Heritage
Sunday, July 12, 2009
Count down to CHADKIRK
Less than two weeks to go to this years CHADKIRK FESTIVAL.
Once again the Festival will include the popular group of Belly dances.
A camp of Roman soldiers, plus all the usual entertainments and FUN.
Sat/Sun. 25th, 26th July
12 noon to 5 pm. at Chadkirk Chapel ¶ Sunday, July 12, 2009 Links to this post
Less than two weeks to go to this years CHADKIRK FESTIVAL.
Once again the Festival will include the popular group of Belly dances.
A camp of Roman soldiers, plus all the usual entertainments and FUN.
Sat/Sun. 25th, 26th July
12 noon to 5 pm. at Chadkirk Chapel ¶ Sunday, July 12, 2009 Links to this post
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
New Marple Book
AUTHORS BOOK SIGNING
1st AUGUST 2009
MARPLE LIBRARY from 10 am
There is a new Marple Book out now.
It contains over 90 old photographs and postcards of Marple and District, which includes Chadkirk, Marple Bridge, Mellor, Compstall, Hawk Green, Strines, High Lane and the Roman Lakes.
Each old picture has a corresponding modern photograph to accompany it.
This book will be a record for the future. Compare the scenes of yesteryear with those of today, and have a keepsake record of the area in 2009.
It can be obtained for £12.99 from-
Stockport Heritage Centre, St. Mary's church, the Market Place.
stockportheritagemagazine.co.uk
or direct from the authors, Coral Dranfield 01614274006, Steve Cliffe 01663719129 ¶ Tuesday, June 30, 2009 Links to this post
AUTHORS BOOK SIGNING1st AUGUST 2009
MARPLE LIBRARY from 10 am
There is a new Marple Book out now.
It contains over 90 old photographs and postcards of Marple and District, which includes Chadkirk, Marple Bridge, Mellor, Compstall, Hawk Green, Strines, High Lane and the Roman Lakes.
Each old picture has a corresponding modern photograph to accompany it.
This book will be a record for the future. Compare the scenes of yesteryear with those of today, and have a keepsake record of the area in 2009.
It can be obtained for £12.99 from-
Stockport Heritage Centre, St. Mary's church, the Market Place.
stockportheritagemagazine.co.uk
or direct from the authors, Coral Dranfield 01614274006, Steve Cliffe 01663719129 ¶ Tuesday, June 30, 2009 Links to this post
Monday, June 29, 2009
Marple Lock's Festival
A little rain was not enough to stop the people of Marple from turning out for the 2009 bi-annual Locks Festival.
Plenty of fun, food and fine weather turned the day into a great success.
The Trust was present as usual and were greated by many friends.
Thank you to the team lead by Alison and Malcolm Allcard for a very well organised event. ¶ Monday, June 29, 2009 Links to this post
A little rain was not enough to stop the people of Marple from turning out for the 2009 bi-annual Locks Festival.Plenty of fun, food and fine weather turned the day into a great success.
The Trust was present as usual and were greated by many friends.
Thank you to the team lead by Alison and Malcolm Allcard for a very well organised event. ¶ Monday, June 29, 2009 Links to this post
Stockport Heitage Magazine
Due to a massive response to the Editor's Letter in the Spring issue of the Heritage Magazine, there will be a new one coming out this July.
Don't miss your copy.
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Due to a massive response to the Editor's Letter in the Spring issue of the Heritage Magazine, there will be a new one coming out this July.
Don't miss your copy.
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Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Edwardian Garden Party
More summer fun, when members of the Trust gathered together on Sunday afternoon, for an Edwardian style garden party.
Croquet on the lawn for the sedate set.
Connect Four extended the brains of the thoughtful and Boules gave an excuse for the more pedantic among us to quibble over the score.
Good food and good company made for a pleasant day. ¶ Tuesday, June 16, 2009 Links to this post
More summer fun, when members of the Trust gathered together on Sunday afternoon, for an Edwardian style garden party.
Croquet on the lawn for the sedate set.
Connect Four extended the brains of the thoughtful and Boules gave an excuse for the more pedantic among us to quibble over the score.
Good food and good company made for a pleasant day. ¶ Tuesday, June 16, 2009 Links to this post
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Canal Trip
Eighteen brave Heritage Trust members set out on Wed 20th May, to conquer the Ashton to Marple canal, with the aid of two comfortable barges.
After much sunbathing, eating, drinking and considerable laughter, they arrived safely back at base, with no undue signs of fatigue.
The trip had been book up in the first week and a cry for more went up from the heroes after a very enjoyable day.
Thank you to Kevin Dranfield for organising the outing, and how about doing it again next year?
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Eighteen brave Heritage Trust members set out on Wed 20th May, to conquer the Ashton to Marple canal, with the aid of two comfortable barges.After much sunbathing, eating, drinking and considerable laughter, they arrived safely back at base, with no undue signs of fatigue.
The trip had been book up in the first week and a cry for more went up from the heroes after a very enjoyable day.
Thank you to Kevin Dranfield for organising the outing, and how about doing it again next year?
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Sunday, May 17, 2009
Old Town Walk
June 13th Jim Clare will be taking a Blue Badge guided walk around Stockport's Old Town.
This is £5 per person, half price for members if you produce a current membership card on the day.
Leaving the Tourist Information Centre at 12 noon, places need to be reserved through them in advance. ¶ Sunday, May 17, 2009 Links to this post
This is £5 per person, half price for members if you produce a current membership card on the day.
Leaving the Tourist Information Centre at 12 noon, places need to be reserved through them in advance. ¶ Sunday, May 17, 2009 Links to this post
Sunday, May 10, 2009
Heaton Moor Historical Society
Best wishes,
Phil....
07752 368308
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Heaton Moor Historical Society
FUTURE EVENTS
On Wednesday the 10th June we are having an evening walk around part of the Heaton Moor Conservation Area.
We'll meet at the Plough as usual at 7 pm. This will be a wheelchair-friendly flat circular 1½ mile stroll which will take about an hour.
On Wednesday 22nd July our guest speaker will be Jim Clare, the chairman of the Stockport Heritage Trust. His illustrated talk will be on St. Mary's Parish Church in the Marketplace. He will also tell us about the legacy of the Rector Richard de Vernon, who built part of the existing sand stone church, the chancel and the oratory, between 1306 and 1334.
Best wishes,
Phil....
07752 368308
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Avro Heritage Trip
The Heritage Trust took a day off to visit the Avro Heritage Centre at Woodford.
12 members turned up, including some new faces.
After a very nice lunch in their canteen, overlooking the airfield, we were taken through the hanger, where Nimrod's were being made.
The Heritage Centre is a credit to the team that have put it together and open it to organised groups. Our guide was very knowledgeable and most entertaining. All in all a great day out.
Thanks to Phil Rowbotham for organising it. ¶ Thursday, April 23, 2009 Links to this post
The Heritage Trust took a day off to visit the Avro Heritage Centre at Woodford.12 members turned up, including some new faces.
After a very nice lunch in their canteen, overlooking the airfield, we were taken through the hanger, where Nimrod's were being made.
The Heritage Centre is a credit to the team that have put it together and open it to organised groups. Our guide was very knowledgeable and most entertaining. All in all a great day out.
Thanks to Phil Rowbotham for organising it. ¶ Thursday, April 23, 2009 Links to this post
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Easterfeast
Easter Saturday was a huge success for both the Market and the Trust.
Many activities around the town attracted large numbers of people to Stockport and the Heritage Trust, as part of the attractions, put on a display of 'Crime & Punishment' in the Old Dungeon on Mealhouse Brow.
A good turn out of Members, many in costume added to the enjoyment and atmosphere of the day. ¶ Sunday, April 12, 2009 Links to this post
Easter Saturday was a huge success for both the Market and the Trust.
Many activities around the town attracted large numbers of people to Stockport and the Heritage Trust, as part of the attractions, put on a display of 'Crime & Punishment' in the Old Dungeon on Mealhouse Brow.
A good turn out of Members, many in costume added to the enjoyment and atmosphere of the day. ¶ Sunday, April 12, 2009 Links to this post
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Spring 2009 Magazine - Out Now !
The latest issue of the Stockport Heritage Magazine is in the shops now.
If you buy it from The Heritage Centre in St. Mary's Church, the Trust gets a percentage of all sales.
Read about -
Evacuees in Stockport
Heaton Norris School
The Cheshire's in Ireland
Vernon Park childhood
Heaviley Hall
Murder on Great Egerton St.
Offerton Fold
Joseph Dean's legacy at Cheadle Heath
A Skeleton in Offerton
St Mark's School Bredbury
If you are not a resident of Stockport, you can buy your magazine from the website listed in our links on the right of this page. ¶ Tuesday, March 24, 2009 Links to this post
The latest issue of the Stockport Heritage Magazine is in the shops now.
If you buy it from The Heritage Centre in St. Mary's Church, the Trust gets a percentage of all sales.
Read about -
Evacuees in Stockport
Heaton Norris School
The Cheshire's in Ireland
Vernon Park childhood
Heaviley Hall
Murder on Great Egerton St.
Offerton Fold
Joseph Dean's legacy at Cheadle Heath
A Skeleton in Offerton
St Mark's School Bredbury
If you are not a resident of Stockport, you can buy your magazine from the website listed in our links on the right of this page. ¶ Tuesday, March 24, 2009 Links to this post
Heritage Magazine Index
At last the magazine has an index that includes all issues from 1 - 72
It is in CD Rom format and very easy to use.
If you are looking for information about an area of Stockport or interested in Stopfordian's memories of growing up with two wars and wish to find an article in the back copies, or maybe remember seeing a picture in one of the magazines and cannot find it, this Index is the answer.
It cost £4 from the Heritage Centre in St. Mary's Church in the Market Place or can be ordered from Coral Dranfield at coralandkevin@hotmail.com with 95p P & P added.
At last the magazine has an index that includes all issues from 1 - 72It is in CD Rom format and very easy to use.
If you are looking for information about an area of Stockport or interested in Stopfordian's memories of growing up with two wars and wish to find an article in the back copies, or maybe remember seeing a picture in one of the magazines and cannot find it, this Index is the answer.
It cost £4 from the Heritage Centre in St. Mary's Church in the Market Place or can be ordered from Coral Dranfield at coralandkevin@hotmail.com with 95p P & P added.
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Friday, March 13, 2009
Rochdale Trip
Ten Trust members turned out for a day in Rochdale.
Quite a surprising town, with a beautiful Town Hall, Norman Church and the Touchstone Museum as well as the Pioneers Museum, housed inside the first Co-operative store. There was lots to see.
They also claim to have the widest bridge in Europe at 445 metres.
Can Stockport challenge that claim?
Does anyone know how wide the Mersey Bridge it?
Thank you Kevin for organising another successful trip. ¶ Friday, March 13, 2009 Links to this post
Ten Trust members turned out for a day in Rochdale.Quite a surprising town, with a beautiful Town Hall, Norman Church and the Touchstone Museum as well as the Pioneers Museum, housed inside the first Co-operative store. There was lots to see.
They also claim to have the widest bridge in Europe at 445 metres.
Can Stockport challenge that claim?
Does anyone know how wide the Mersey Bridge it?
Thank you Kevin for organising another successful trip. ¶ Friday, March 13, 2009 Links to this post
Monday, March 09, 2009
Final Gravestone Transcribed
The project to catalogue the gravestones around St. Mary's Church on the Market Place is almost complete. After a great deal of hard work by Jill Trumble and Nuala Kay, the last stone was transcribed on 27th February.
The information complements the copy of the burial records in the Heritage Centre, which has already been of great use to visitors researching their family history.
The project to catalogue the gravestones around St. Mary's Church on the Market Place is almost complete. After a great deal of hard work by Jill Trumble and Nuala Kay, the last stone was transcribed on 27th February.The information complements the copy of the burial records in the Heritage Centre, which has already been of great use to visitors researching their family history.
The inscription on the last stone reads as follows:
(....... = erosion)
In Memory of
(carved picture of a bell)
George Smith who was a Ringer
at this Church fifty years.
He died whilst ringing
for Divine service Jan 10th 1836
aged 68 years
Take ye heed......and pray for ye
I know not when.......Mark 13. v. 33
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(....... = erosion)
In Memory of
(carved picture of a bell)
George Smith who was a Ringer
at this Church fifty years.
He died whilst ringing
for Divine service Jan 10th 1836
aged 68 years
Take ye heed......and pray for ye
I know not when.......Mark 13. v. 33
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Heritage Walks
A program of Heritage walks has been put together by Jim Clare and Kevin Dranfield. The next will be a Historic Food and Drink Walk. (not a pub crawl), on Sat. 11th April at 1 pm.
Book at the Tourist Information Centre in the Market Place, where the walk will start from.
There will be a charge of £4 per person, and the walk will last 2 hours.
Trust members will be 1/2 price on production of a current membership card. ¶ Wednesday, February 25, 2009 Links to this post
A program of Heritage walks has been put together by Jim Clare and Kevin Dranfield. The next will be a Historic Food and Drink Walk. (not a pub crawl), on Sat. 11th April at 1 pm.
Book at the Tourist Information Centre in the Market Place, where the walk will start from.
There will be a charge of £4 per person, and the walk will last 2 hours.
Trust members will be 1/2 price on production of a current membership card. ¶ Wednesday, February 25, 2009 Links to this post
Sunday, February 01, 2009
Marple Warehouse Redevelopment
The old Warehouse along the Macclesfield Canal at Top Lock Marple, is up for redevelopment.
The warehouse itself could be divided internally into two dwellings, without changing any of the external features. A row of modern houses is proposed for the wast ground alongside Church Street. ¶ Sunday, February 01, 2009 Links to this post
The old Warehouse along the Macclesfield Canal at Top Lock Marple, is up for redevelopment.
The warehouse itself could be divided internally into two dwellings, without changing any of the external features. A row of modern houses is proposed for the wast ground alongside Church Street. ¶ Sunday, February 01, 2009 Links to this post
Monday, December 15, 2008
Millgate/Churchgate Crossing
As many people will now be aware the road through the Market Place will no longer be closed on Market days.
This is of great concern to members of the Heritage Trust, as being based in St. Mary's Church, on the corner of these two roads, we have seen the road getting more and more dangerous.
The Trust is now working with the Council to try and improve the situation and provide a safer means for pedestrians to cross from the church to the market. ¶ Monday, December 15, 2008 Links to this post
This is of great concern to members of the Heritage Trust, as being based in St. Mary's Church, on the corner of these two roads, we have seen the road getting more and more dangerous.
The Trust is now working with the Council to try and improve the situation and provide a safer means for pedestrians to cross from the church to the market. ¶ Monday, December 15, 2008 Links to this post
Thursday, December 04, 2008
Victorian Market
Was everyone in Stockport at the Market Place on Saturday to help celebrate the opening of the re-developed Market Hall? it certainly seemed that way.
With free entertainments and side shows for the kids, as well as roast chestnuts and mulled wine, it was a shame to miss it.
The Trust were out in force, joining the market traders in getting in the Victorian spirit. ¶ Thursday, December 04, 2008 Links to this post
Was everyone in Stockport at the Market Place on Saturday to help celebrate the opening of the re-developed Market Hall? it certainly seemed that way.
With free entertainments and side shows for the kids, as well as roast chestnuts and mulled wine, it was a shame to miss it.
The Trust were out in force, joining the market traders in getting in the Victorian spirit. ¶ Thursday, December 04, 2008 Links to this post
New Window for St. Mary's
St. Mary's Church in the Market Place has a new window.
Jim Clare has been working hard over the last few months to create an effective Stained Glass Window of Richard de Vernon the first curate of St. Mary's in 1306.
Made from acrylic at a fraction of the cost of a real one, the window proudly resides in the Heritage Centre shop.
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Jim Clare has been working hard over the last few months to create an effective Stained Glass Window of Richard de Vernon the first curate of St. Mary's in 1306.
Made from acrylic at a fraction of the cost of a real one, the window proudly resides in the Heritage Centre shop.
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Monday, November 24, 2008
Winter Heritage Magazine in the Shops This Week !!
The Stockport Heritage magazine, winter issue, is in the shops this week.
It contains stories of -
Stockport County's Celebrations
Tiviot Dale's 'Cathedral'
Offerton's Spies
Woodley's Ghost
Seventeen Windows, Marple
18th C. Traffic Jams on Hillgate
and much more. ¶ Monday, November 24, 2008 Links to this post
The Stockport Heritage magazine, winter issue, is in the shops this week.
It contains stories of -
Stockport County's Celebrations
Tiviot Dale's 'Cathedral'
Offerton's Spies
Woodley's Ghost
Seventeen Windows, Marple
18th C. Traffic Jams on Hillgate
and much more. ¶ Monday, November 24, 2008 Links to this post
Stitchers Finish First Bed Curtain
This is the first replica 17th Century bed hanging to be completed by the Staircase Stitchers. Motifs were embroidered individually by the Stitchers before being appliqued onto the large linen curtain fabric, which had the central tree and grassy base outlined. After almost a year of preparation (including creation of the many motifs), the actual stitching onto the curtain fabric has taken two years to complete.
It will be displayed temporarily at the head of the carved bed in Staircase House provided by Stockport Heritage Trust, until a second curtain, already well on it's way, can enable them hang on either side of the bed head.
This is the first replica 17th Century bed hanging to be completed by the Staircase Stitchers. Motifs were embroidered individually by the Stitchers before being appliqued onto the large linen curtain fabric, which had the central tree and grassy base outlined. After almost a year of preparation (including creation of the many motifs), the actual stitching onto the curtain fabric has taken two years to complete. It will be displayed temporarily at the head of the carved bed in Staircase House provided by Stockport Heritage Trust, until a second curtain, already well on it's way, can enable them hang on either side of the bed head.
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Monday, October 20, 2008
Dan Bank, October Update
The latest information from the Council concerning the repairs to Dan Bank include information about the 'Oldknow Stones'.
These are the original stones that formed a fence line to the turnpike road of 1801
It was due to members of the Trust that these old stones have been brought to the attention of the Council.
Click on the image to enlarge. ¶ Monday, October 20, 2008 Links to this post
The latest information from the Council concerning the repairs to Dan Bank include information about the 'Oldknow Stones'.These are the original stones that formed a fence line to the turnpike road of 1801
It was due to members of the Trust that these old stones have been brought to the attention of the Council.
Click on the image to enlarge. ¶ Monday, October 20, 2008 Links to this post
Gluttony & Drunkenness
The Stockport Food and Drink Festival was rounded of this year by a Scarecrow competition. All around the Market Place strange figures sprung up over night.
The winner was a headless horse man, complete with horse.
The Trust, keeping to the theme of food and drink, came a close second with Gluttony & Drunkenness. ¶ Monday, October 20, 2008 Links to this post
The Stockport Food and Drink Festival was rounded of this year by a Scarecrow competition. All around the Market Place strange figures sprung up over night.
The winner was a headless horse man, complete with horse.
The Trust, keeping to the theme of food and drink, came a close second with Gluttony & Drunkenness. ¶ Monday, October 20, 2008 Links to this post
Sunday, October 12, 2008
Autumn Walk Down Reddish Vale
This year's Mersey Basin walk was around the picturesque Reddish Vale,
led by Kath Taylor, and assisted by Paula Rands and Kevin Dranfield.
Kath had gone to a great deal of trouble to give us a history tour of the Vale, starting as far back as the 17th century and progressing to the modern day.
The weather was perfect and the foliage exquisite. Thank you Kath for a very enjoyable trip out.
Anyone wishing to become a member of the Stockport Heritage Trust and find out more about the outing we organise, see the Trust website www.stockportheritagetrust.co.uk ¶ Sunday, October 12, 2008 Links to this post
This year's Mersey Basin walk was around the picturesque Reddish Vale,
led by Kath Taylor, and assisted by Paula Rands and Kevin Dranfield.
Kath had gone to a great deal of trouble to give us a history tour of the Vale, starting as far back as the 17th century and progressing to the modern day.
The weather was perfect and the foliage exquisite. Thank you Kath for a very enjoyable trip out.
Anyone wishing to become a member of the Stockport Heritage Trust and find out more about the outing we organise, see the Trust website www.stockportheritagetrust.co.uk ¶ Sunday, October 12, 2008 Links to this post
Wednesday, October 08, 2008
Progress in the Graveyard
The Logging of the graves in St. Mary's Church Yard is into it's second year and two members of the team recently gave a talk, to the Friends of Stockport Cemeteries, about there progress.
Starting with the north side of the church, they have devised a plan of all the gravestone locations, transcribed the text on them and photographed any interesting ones. The next stage was to enter all the information gathered into a database.
Having completed the north side, and the 'Secret Graveyard' they are now ready to start on the south side of the church.
As the upkeep of the graveyard requires volunteers and gardening tools, any offers of these would be welcomed.
More information can be obtained from the church, open on all market days.
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The Logging of the graves in St. Mary's Church Yard is into it's second year and two members of the team recently gave a talk, to the Friends of Stockport Cemeteries, about there progress.Starting with the north side of the church, they have devised a plan of all the gravestone locations, transcribed the text on them and photographed any interesting ones. The next stage was to enter all the information gathered into a database.
Having completed the north side, and the 'Secret Graveyard' they are now ready to start on the south side of the church.
As the upkeep of the graveyard requires volunteers and gardening tools, any offers of these would be welcomed.
More information can be obtained from the church, open on all market days.
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Thursday, October 02, 2008
Historic Food and Drink Walks
Friday October 3rd to Sunday 13th is Stockport's second Food and Drink Festival.
The Trust is offering two walks around the history of Stockport's food and drink industry.
Do you know where the mustard manufactory was? or Why there were no fish shops in Stockport before 1847?
If not it is not too late to sign up for a walk on Sat 4th or 11th Oct at 1 pm. book your free place at the Tourist Information Centre in Staircase House. ¶ Thursday, October 02, 2008 Links to this post
Friday October 3rd to Sunday 13th is Stockport's second Food and Drink Festival.
The Trust is offering two walks around the history of Stockport's food and drink industry.
Do you know where the mustard manufactory was? or Why there were no fish shops in Stockport before 1847?
If not it is not too late to sign up for a walk on Sat 4th or 11th Oct at 1 pm. book your free place at the Tourist Information Centre in Staircase House. ¶ Thursday, October 02, 2008 Links to this post
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Vernon Park is 150 Years Old
The Trust is always there to help promote Stockport's Heritage, and what better place to be than Vernon Park on a beautiful Sunday, to celebrate 150years of the park.
Even the Worshipful Mayor Councillor Pam King joined in the fun as she tried to fell the knight with bow and arrows, and the Trust's new 'Roll a Penny' game was also a great success.
Thousands turned out for a day in the sun, with Bands, Morris Dancers, Ferret Racing and many other entertainments. ¶ Sunday, September 21, 2008 Links to this post
Even the Worshipful Mayor Councillor Pam King joined in the fun as she tried to fell the knight with bow and arrows, and the Trust's new 'Roll a Penny' game was also a great success.
Thousands turned out for a day in the sun, with Bands, Morris Dancers, Ferret Racing and many other entertainments. ¶ Sunday, September 21, 2008 Links to this post
Monday, September 08, 2008
Heritage Open Days
This year's Heritage Open Days were packed with things to do, and the nice weather brought people out in number.
The Trust offered more than ever before, with walks, talks and a film show, at St. Peter's as well as St. Mary's in the Market Place.
If you missed a chance to go on one of our free guided walks, it is not too late. As part of the Stockport's Food and Drink Festival in October Kevin Dranfield will be taking two parties around a new walk, looking at the History of Food and Drink in Stockport.
Do you know were the Mustard Factory was, or why there were no fish shops in the town before 1830?
4th & 11th Oct. at 1pm book your place now with the Tourist Information Office. ¶ Monday, September 08, 2008 Links to this post
This year's Heritage Open Days were packed with things to do, and the nice weather brought people out in number.
The Trust offered more than ever before, with walks, talks and a film show, at St. Peter's as well as St. Mary's in the Market Place.
If you missed a chance to go on one of our free guided walks, it is not too late. As part of the Stockport's Food and Drink Festival in October Kevin Dranfield will be taking two parties around a new walk, looking at the History of Food and Drink in Stockport.
Do you know were the Mustard Factory was, or why there were no fish shops in the town before 1830?
4th & 11th Oct. at 1pm book your place now with the Tourist Information Office. ¶ Monday, September 08, 2008 Links to this post
Thursday, August 21, 2008
Merseyway Exhibition
The Merseyway 20s - 80s Exhibition is now closed.
It was a huge success, there were between 400 & 500 people a day for 7 days. These included many children, teenagers who enjoyed trying on the vintage clothes, wheel chairs and even dogs.
There was a video show of old Stockport as well as many black & white photos of the Merseyway area before and during the building of the Merseyway Shopping Centre.
We had many once familiar, everyday items some of you will remember.
The two Blue Plaque guided walks, led by Kevin Dranfield, where also popular.
Congratulations to Angela Kenrick, who planned organised and executed the whole exhibition, with assistance from members of the Trust.
If you missed the Exhibition, call in and see us at the Heritage Centre in St. Mary's Church, in the Market Place instead and see the new 20s Exhibition in there. ¶ Thursday, August 21, 2008 Links to this post
The Merseyway 20s - 80s Exhibition is now closed.
It was a huge success, there were between 400 & 500 people a day for 7 days. These included many children, teenagers who enjoyed trying on the vintage clothes, wheel chairs and even dogs.
There was a video show of old Stockport as well as many black & white photos of the Merseyway area before and during the building of the Merseyway Shopping Centre.
We had many once familiar, everyday items some of you will remember.
The two Blue Plaque guided walks, led by Kevin Dranfield, where also popular.
Congratulations to Angela Kenrick, who planned organised and executed the whole exhibition, with assistance from members of the Trust.
If you missed the Exhibition, call in and see us at the Heritage Centre in St. Mary's Church, in the Market Place instead and see the new 20s Exhibition in there. ¶ Thursday, August 21, 2008 Links to this post