Heritage walks
Take a fresh look at Salford… discover the city’s hidden heritage.
Exercise your body and mind and explore the fascinating history of the city on our friendly and informal Heritage Walks.
Salford’s history stretches back to 923 AD, so there’s lots to discover about the unique, intriguing and revolutionary heritage of the city.
The programme of 9 great 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 not suitable for wheelchair users or pushchairs.
Lace up your walking shoes and step out for a fun and fact packed walk.
Download the new Heritage Walks 2008 leaflet to find out when and where the walks take place.
Do you know where Marx and Engels met over a pint? Where a clock strikes 13? Where Vimto and The Beano were produced? Download one of our engrossing and illuminating self-guided trails around Worsley Village, The Quays or Chapel Street and find out for youself!
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
