Heritage walks
Heritage Walks 2009
Salford has a famous heritage to be proud of, from the Tudor age, through the industrial revolution to 20th century pioneers. This programme of five heritage walks give an insight into the city’s history, brought to life by experienced guides.
Step out and discover Salford’s towns and villages, landmark buildings, people and their stories. You may think you know Salford, but these walks will explore the often unknown, quirky, but always interesting facts.
Discover picturesque Roe Green, industrial Patricroft, Irwell riverside and Chapel Street, as well as Salford’s very own musical heritage.
Heritage Walks are a great way of getting some exercise, meeting new people and discovering more about the city. The walks are suitable for all ages and are on even ground; however they are not suitable for wheelchair users or pushchairs.
So lace up your walking shoes and step out for a fun and fact filled walk!
- Walks are £2 for adults, children FREE
- Please wear appropriate shoes or boots
- All distances given are approximate
- Contact 0161 778 0881 for more information (office hours only)
Download the Heritage walks and Canal cruises programme
Sunday 23 August: Down by the Riverside
Take a stroll along the banks of the Irwell as it meanders to Manchester, uncovering stories and fascinating facts about this ‘Dark River’. Discover more about the infamous Salford floods, as well as factories and film locations. The walk finishes around Bridge St, Manchester.
Meet 1.30pm outside Salford Museum & Art Gallery, Peel Park, The Crescent, Salford M5 4WU
Walk Leader: Tony Frankland
Approx. 2 ½ miles
Sunday 9 September: Guided Walk through Worsley Woods
Join the ranger on this lovely 2-hour circular walk through beautiful landscape including woodland, brooks, canals adn the loopline. Learn about the area's heritage sites, natural flora and fauna and how you can become more involved in helping look after your environment.
Meet at Beesley Green 10.00am-12.00pm
Contact the Rangers Team on 0161 793 4219
This walk is free as part of Heritage Open Days
Thursday 10 September: Heritage Walk Kersal Moor Nature Reserve
Join local historian Alice Searle and discover the hidden secrets of Kersal Moor, home to the famous Manchester Race Course and location of the enormous rallies by the Chartists Movement in 1830.
Meet the Ranger Team outside St Paul's Church, Moor Lane, Kersal, M6. 6.00-7.00pm
Contact the Ranger Team on 0161 793 4219
This walk is free as part of Heritage Open Days
Friday 11 September: Heritage Walk Kersal Moor Nature Reserve
See where the wealthy lived in the 1800s, stumble across remnants of their landscaped gardens with pools, fountains and statues on this local heritage walk.
Meet the Ranger Team outside Garden Needs, Radford Street, Salford, M6. 6.00-7.00pm
Contact the Ranger Team on 0161 793 4219.
This walk is free as part of Heritage Open Days
Sunday 13 September: The Crescent to Victoria Bridge
Fascinating stories about the history of the Chapel Street area are revealed on this walk, including cowboys and Indians, 25 years of tipping, the Battle of Bexley Square and a couple of clocks.
Meet 2pm outside Salford Museum & Art Gallery, Peel Park, The Crescent, Salford M5 4WU
Walk Leader: Roy Bullock
Approx. 2 ½ miles
This walk is free as part of Heritage Open Days
Grade II listed Weaste Cemetery, opened in 1857, is the final resting place of many famous figures throughout history, including Joseph Brotherton, MP for Salford 1832, Sir Charles Halle, founder of the Halle Orchestra, Busby Babe Eddie Colman and local legend Mark Addy.
In the Victorian age cemeteries were considered to be amenities like parks and gardens and were usually designed in a similar way. Weaste Cemetery was no exception and its beautiful design makes for a peaceful and atmospheric site. You can now find out more about the heritage and ecology of Weaste with the Weaste Cemetery Trail, which points out the highlights of the 39 acre green oasis.
Download the Weaste Cemetery Trail
