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A new exhibition looking at the history of Prestwich Hospital will be opened by the Mayor of Bury, Councillor Sheila Magnall. Aptly titled “The Prestwich Hospital”, it will comprise artefacts and memorabilia along with photographs and a fascinating history about the largest mental hospital of its time in Europe. The mayor will launch the exhibition on Tuesday [...]

The Parish Church of St Gabriel, Prestwich (Bishop’s Road, Sedgley Park) is “launching” its restoration appeal. The Church say: “Our historic church building is in need of some urgent repairs, so it can continue to be a place of worship in Sedgley Park, and a much needed community space. English Heritage is supporting us [...]

The local LIberal Democrats have recently been informed of the death of Sam Crilley. Sam was 89. Sam, was a very active Liberal for many years in the Prestwich & Whitefield area, and we believe the Liberal Party candidate on a number of occasions for the then Middleton and Prestwich Parliamentary constituency. Sam will be [...]

After nearly 9 years of planning and over 2 years of renovation works, the Fusilier Museum in Bury opens its doors to visitors on the 27th June – British Armed Forces Day. The museum displays a rich Regimental history spanning over 300 years and is the new home to the collection of the XXth Lancashire Fusilier [...]