Secret Manchester
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€19.99
The centre of Manchester is an area rich in social and cultural history. Its buildings, streets, churches and alleyways chart the journey from the rise of Victorian wealth through to today’s vibrant metropolis, which is the most visited English city outside the capital. This secret trail can easily be completed in the course of a day, and aims to uncover and raise awareness of essential facts and stories surrounding the city centre.
Included in this fascinating tour are the Giant’s Basin in Castlefield; the site and remains of the Haçienda night club; Manchester heroes like Alan Turing, Mark Addy and Richard Cobden; the political and musical heritage of the Free Trade Hall; hidden delights like the Richmond Tea Rooms; the Manchester Craft Centre; the steepest street in Manchester; and much more to enjoy and explore.
Phil Page is a part-time English lecturer at Manchester Metropolitan University and a working professional photographer. He is a volunteer at Stockport Image Library and has participated in exhibitions at The Heaton’s Library. He has lived in Heaton Mersey for 30 years. Phil has been working with co-author Ian on several writing and photographic projects since 2005. After teaching in Manchester, and working as tutors for Manchester Metropolitan University, they set up a successful photography business and eventually embarked on writing local history books for Amberley. Both have lived and worked in Greater Manchester for over 35 years. Ian Littlechilds is a professional photographer and author. Ian has been working with co-author Phil on several writing and photographic projects since 2005. After teaching in Manchester, and working as tutors for Manchester Metropolitan University, they set up a successful photography business and eventually embarked on writing local history books for Amberley. Both have lived and worked in Greater Manchester for over 35 years.