A professional genealogist and family historian from Eccles has been able to help people all over the UK building family […]
Tag: History
“We’re really struggling” – 19th century Broughton club could be on its last legs
The Broughton Rugby Union Football Club has proudly served the Salford community for over 150 years, now the volunteers are […]
Salford’s Working Class Movement Library granted £100k for Socialist group Big Flame history exhibit
Young activists in Salford will be able to learn about the revolutionary Big Flame organisation thanks to a £100k gift […]
“It’s the memories of the people that really matter” – Salford filmmaker documents the city’s changing landscape
Anthony Mulligan is a 36-year-old Salford born and bred filmmaker, and creator of the Daft Monkey Youtube channel. His videos […]
Salford Lads’ Club celebrates 120 years with its own special lager
The doorway of Salford Lads’ club is arguably the most iconic landmark in the city. Immortalized by the Smiths through […]
Campaigners’ anger over destruction of “heritage asset” on Salford canal
Campaigners are urging residents to back them in their mission to halt the demolition of a heritage asset on a […]
Local historian restores iconic Salford history with Langworthy photograph exhibition
A local historian has exhibited a collection of old Salford photographs at Langworthy Cornerstone. Striving to preserve Salford’s history at […]
Volunteers from Irlam Rotary Club restore rare steam train to former glory
Volunteers from Irlam Rotary Club have completed the restoration of a rare steam train that once travelled the rails of […]
Salford’s lost horse racing course – Thunderous galloping, noisy chattering and the Queen’s first win
With Cheltenham underway this week, attention is thoroughly focused on the horse-racing, so we’ve been saddled with digging into the […]
A road to the past: Salford’s unbuilt motorway that would have destroyed landmarks and neighbourhoods
Many drivers in Salford today use the M602, however, plans from the 1960s could have made Salford look very different to how it does today.
New In Salford
Salford residents urged to plan their journeys ahead of the weekend
Lowry District Scouts in Salford inspiring local teens to dream big
Historic Salford building set to become new affordable homes
“I am extremely disappointed” – Local MP shares his concern as Eccles Halifax branch is set to close
Salford ranks 10th for highest searches for therapy in UK
New In Sport
Salford City vs Grimsby Town match preview
“Immaculate on and off the pitch” – Club historian pays tribute to John Cheshire
Swinton Lions prepare for relegation playoff against Hunslet KO
Former Pickelball international opens up a new club in Salford
Sale Sharks launch first double-header event at Salford Community Stadium
New in Entertainment
Salford’s new baking experience to give away 300 free cupcakes this weekend
Peaky Blinders adaptation returns to the Lowry this October
Affordable children’s activities this spooky season across Salford
“It’s a mid-week treat” – Salford celebrates International Coffee Day
Plans for new McDonald’s restaurant in Salford Quays approved
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