Tag: Worsley

Barton Swing Aqueduct is just one of the Salford landmarks with a rich history. (Image is in the public domain.)

“People have no idea what’s on their doorstep” – Salford tour guide on the importance of local history and how lockdown has affected business

A Salford tour guide has spoken about the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on her business. Elizabeth Charnley, who runs […]

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“It has become part of the community” – Worsley florist on the impact of the pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic has had an impact on many small businesses in Salford, but with Christmas just around the corner, […]

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Art for the environment: Worsley mixed-media artist on how she’s playing her part

Climate change has become a major issue for many artists, and reducing their carbon footprint is on the agenda. Worsley […]

Photo credit: Worsley Rotary Club

“We need to accept that homelessness is an issue that has been increasing in our society, even before Covid came along.” – Worsley Rotary Club

With the festive season fast approaching, Worsley Rotary Club is again appealing for participants in its annual Reverse Advent Calendar […]

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“You forget your worries, it’s just like meditation” – A Salford artist on lockdown and future exhibitions

Undeterred by the temporary closure of The Lowry’s Days Like These exhibition which features his work, Salford artist Philip Westcott […]

Image credit: Rotary in Worsley. Permission given.

“A feel good factor and certainty when we’ve had a year of no certainty” – How the Rotary Club in Worsley’s annual Santa float could be cancelled

The Rotary in Worsley’s Santa float parade could be cancelled for the first time in over 40 years due to […]