From techno bingo to binmen-turned-drag stars Salford has much to offer in the way of eclectic acts this Greater Manchester […]
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Salford in the 50s/60s: Exclusive reminiscence session at Swinton library
An exclusive session looking at Salford sports in the 1950s-60s has been organised at Swinton Library. The reminiscence session is […]
Salford’s Stations: How Irlams o’ th’ Height women helped win the war
In this series, we’ll be taking a look at the history surrounding Salford’s past and present railway stations and their […]
Three free events on Salford history come to Swinton library
A series of free events exploring Salford’s rich history, including a visit from Queen Victoria, are set to come to […]
A new absurd exhibition at The Lowry “invigorates inspiration” from Salford’s most pivotal artworks
Inspired by the work of LS Lowry, a Scottish artist has launched an exhibition of newly commissioned work at The Lowry. […]
Salford dementia charity launches reminiscence pod with help of Coronation Street actress
A Salford-based dementia charity has launched a new ‘reminiscence pod’ with the help of a former Coronation Street actress. ‘Dancing […]
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 scanners and reading area unveiled after two month refurbishment at Local History Library
Salford Museum’s Local History Library has unveiled a fresh coat of paint, photo scanners and a reading area after a […]
What items that represent Salford would you put in a time capsule to be opened in 50 years?
To celebrate Ordsall Hall’s 50th year as a working museum, staff at the centre are creating a time capsule which […]
Lord Mayor’s visit to Broughton Care Village links to 106-year-old opening
A visit from the Lord Mayor of Manchester has provided Broughton Care village with a historic link to its opening […]
New In Salford
Salford braced for disruption from snow and ice
Light show inspired by memories of Swinton residents to take place this January
Plans submitted for new state-of-the-art building in Salford
Eccles chess club members win the French European Chess Tournament
Roadworks on Monton Green to take place for eight weeks in 2025
New In Sport
“We’ll play the same way” – Karl Robinson looks ahead to Man City clash
Salford City rise to third after overcoming MK Dons
Salford City end year on a high with win against struggling Morecambe
Boxing Day delight as Salford City breeze past Barrow
Salford go one point off playoffs following Accrington win
New in Entertainment
Film and television director returns to the King’s Arms with ‘Faith Healer’
Critically acclaimed The Merchant of Venice 1936 heads to the Lowry
Hollywood film star to play Gareth Southgate in the return of Dear England at the Lowry
Far From The Norm’s Until We Sleep to come to the Lowry in 2025
Multi award-winning musical Chicago to head to the Lowry in 2025
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