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Delve into the past with Saddleworth Historical Society
HAVE you ever wondered what it was like growing up in Saddleworth during the Swinging Sixties? Well, in a change to the original schedule, Saddleworth…
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Saddleworth society shines spotlight on local history
IF you are interested in the bygone times of our local area, Saddleworth Historical Society offers the opportunity to get together and delve into the…
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Step back in time with Saddleworth Historical Society
TWO fascinating talks will be central to the forthcoming meetings of the Saddleworth Historical Society. If you have no plans for Valentine’s Day, head down…
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Model railway exhibition back on track
A FASCINATING model railway exhibition is set to return this March to raise money for charity. Saddleworth Model Railway Society has organised the two-day event…
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Museum’s 2023 calendar captures old Saddleworth
TWELVE iconic photos from old Saddleworth are included in a 2023 calendar launched by Saddleworth Museum. It is created in A4 size by the museum’s…
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New book brings Edwardian Saddleworth to life
BROTHERS Michael and Peter Fox have produced a limited-edition book of old Saddleworth photograph, some never previously published. Their latest offering focuses on a short…
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White rose flies high to celebrate Yorkshire Day
THE white rose flew high and proud as Saddleworth came together to celebrate Yorkshire Day. Saddleworth’s administrative ties with Yorkshire were cut during local government…
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Back to the future: new heritage centre planned for Greenfield
A FORMER printer’s workshop could become a new community heritage and archive centre. Saddleworth Historical Society has submitted plans to transform the premises at Holly…
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Yorkshire forever: White Rose flies high for annual festivities
‘YORKSHIRE forever, God save the Queen’ was the rallying cry as locals braved the wet weather to celebrate Saddleworth’s affiliation with the White Rose county.…
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Festive fun to fill Saddleworth streets as Santa Dash returns
MORE than 1000 Father Christmases will fill the streets of Saddleworth in a flood of red festive fun as the popular Santa Dash returns next…
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Saddleworth Museum to remember end of WW1 with special wartime crafts
Saddleworth Group of Artists to host annual eye-catching Summer Exhibition
WELL-KNOWN local artists will be exhibiting their stunning work at Saddleworth Museum from Saturday, June 9 to Sunday July 7. The popular show by the…
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Ten out of ten: High School pals to put on first exhibition
TEN former ex-pupils and friends who met at Manchester High School of Art are staging a compelling combined exhibition… after an absence of more than…
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Hole lot of trouble waiting for motorists at Museum car park
A LUNAR like surface in an Uppermill car park is bringing motorists down to earth with a bump. But drivers will continue to receive a…
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Ed wants wheels deal for cyclists in Uppermill
KEEN cyclist Ed Stacey has launched a campaign for the introduction of more cycle racks in Saddleworth’s visitor hotspot. Ed claims installing racks at three…
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Saddleworth Museum celebrates anniversary with traditional well dressing
AS Saddleworth Museum celebrates one year since its £1million ‘Into the Future’ renovation, they are still making sure to keep ancient traditions alive. As part…
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Like clockwork: Saddleworth Museum’s historic time piece restored
TIME definitely does not stand still anymore on the ever-changing face of Uppermill High Street. But for nearly 12 months locals and visitors haven’t set…
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Get crafty with music mayhem family workshop at Saddleworth Museum
ENJOY SOME musical mayhem at Saddleworth Museum inspired by local brass bands and the upcoming popular Whit Friday events. On Thursday, June 1, there is…
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Museum to host ‘Day School’
A SPECIAL ‘Day School’ and Alan Petford Memorial Event will take place on Saturday, May 20 at Saddleworth Museum in Uppermill. The event, organised by…
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Saddleworth Museum to host ‘Day School’ and Alan Petford Memorial Event
A SPECIAL ‘Day School’ and Alan Petford Memorial Event will take place on Saturday, May 20 at Saddleworth Museum in Uppermill. The event, organised by…
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Thumbs up for ‘Who am I’ book
IT SEEMS everyone wants to know the answer to ‘Who am I?’ after a busy and successful turn-out at a book launch for a local…
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Get creative to make history at Saddleworth Museum Easter workshop
JOIN IN an Easter Museum Makes family workshop to get creative with the history of Saddleworth’s Magnificent Mills. Find out how rabbits played a part…
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Saddleworth Museum celebrates re-opening after £1.2 million refurbishment
A CEREMONIAL Grand Opening marked the official re-launch of the Saddleworth Museum and Gallery in Uppermill following a year-long £1.2 million refurbishment. The museum on…
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History comes back to life as Saddleworth Museum reopens after £1million revamp
LOCAL HISTORY is being brought to life once more as the Saddleworth Museum reopened its doors last month after a year-long £1.25million makeover. The Museum…
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Historical lecture to delve into life of eighteenth century Saddleworth singer Sarah Harrop
DISCOVER MORE about the life of Sarah Harrop, one of England’s leading singers of the late eighteenth century at a lecture on Wednesday, September 14.…
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Revamped Saddleworth Museum ready to open doors to the public
LOCALS CAN step back in time once more at Saddleworth Museum as it reopens its doors in September following a major £1.25 million refurbishment. Passers-by will…
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Saddleworth Museum million-pound makeover on track
BUILDING WORK is well underway to bring Saddleworth Museum into the 21st century with a £1.25 million makeover. The museum in Uppermill closed its doors…
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