Tag: Heritage
Werneth Park Walk
Explore the story of one of Oldham’s historic parks and its links to the Lees and Platt families.
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Walking Tour of Historic Royton
Learn about the historic buildings of Royton on this guided walk for Oldham Histories Festival.
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240 Years of Tommyfield
Join Dr Deb Woodman for a deep dive into the history of Tommyfield Market.
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Open Days at Holy Trinity Church Dobcross
Enjoy a self-guided tour of the historic Holy Trinity Church in Dobcross.
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Greengate Jamia Masjid Mosque Open Day
Learn about the history behind the first mosque built in Oldham on this Oldham Histories Festival open day.
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Past to Present – Guided Heritage Walk with Northern Roots Heritage Champions
Explore the history of the Northern Roots site on this guided heritage walk for Oldham Histories Festival.
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Gallery Talk: Oldham Panorama
Uncover the story of the panorama photograph of Oldham taken by Squire Knott in 1876.
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Archives Display: 90 Years On – Oldham and the Spanish Civil War
Uncover the story of Charles Armitage, one of 10 men who left Oldham to fight in the Spanish Civil War.
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Join us for our Open Day at Oldham Archives!
Find out more about the Oldham Archives Open Day on 27 September.
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Join us for Oldham Histories Festival 2025
Find out more about what’s happening for Oldham Histories Festival in 2025.
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World Microscope Day: Part 2
In the 1800s, the United Kingdom, especially the northwest of England, experienced a surge in the establishment of scientific groups. Many Microscopical and Natural History Groups formed during this time. […]
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