Snow and flooding – Warrington’s weather in 1967
EXTREME weather patterns are nothing new as these old photographs taken in 1967 by local photographer Eddie Whitham show.
Browsing: Local History
Walking Day postponed – for first time in 80 years
WARRINGTON Walking Day has been postponed because of the ongoing coronavirus situation – for the first time since World War 2
Poster exhibitions celebrate LGBT history in town
A POSTER exhibition celebrating Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans history is to go on display at two Warrington libraries.
Wanted – memories of Warrington’s wire industries
PEOPLE with a story to tell about Warrington’s proud wire heritage are needed to be part of a new cultural and heritage project.
Remembering Viola Beach four years on from one of saddest days in Warrington’s history
FOUR years ago today marked one of the saddest days in Warrington’s history when the band members of Viola Beach and their manager tragically died following an accident while on tour in Sweden.
Town’s history can be seen – under your feet!
A GLIMPSE of Warrington’s historic past can now be seen beneath library users’ feet – thanks to a new large floor map installed by LiveWire and Culture Warrington.
Celebrating the history of Warrington’s museum and library
THE history of one of Warrington’s most prominent town centre buildings is being celebrated ahead of plans for a rejuvenation.
A fascinating A to Z of Warrington over the years
JANICE Hayes, that indefatigable chronicler of Warrington’s history has again been delving into the archives to produce another fascinating collection of facts and figures about the town.
Displays that give a rare insight into town’s history
TWO displays running at Warrington Museum and Art Gallery are giving residents a rare insight into the town’s history.
Civic Sunday celebrates Golden Anniversary of Hilden town twinning
A 50-year friendship was celebrated at this year’s annual Civic Sunday Service with the Mayor delighted to welcome the Burgermeister of Hilden to Warrington.