Secrets of Chapel Street, Salford

Johnny James, Managing Editor
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Jonathan Schofield

Secrets of Chapel Street, Salford at Manchester Cathedral, Cathedral Quarter 26 April 2025 Tickets from £20.00 — Book now

At the centre of Salford you’ll find Chapel Street and Greengate, areas that have really come to life in recent years. But they’re also packed with history. History of pioneering achievement in art, architecture and absurdity. Join Jonathan Schofield Tours and get to the bottom of it all.

Led by an experienced and knowledgeable tour guide, you’ll explore the past, present, and future of these rapidly changing areas, which are as storied as you’ll find in Greater Manchester. There are invading armies, dole protests, novelists and songwriters. There are elegant generals, important newspaper editors and huge 21st century re-inventions. There are love stories, ghost stories, drunk stories, atomic bunkers and, of course, penalty shoot-outs from 1906 at the famous Flat Iron Market.

Walking the length and breadth of Chapel Street and Greengate, your guide will bring all of these tales to life, while also pointing out some standout architecture, from amazing churches to historic pubs.

But what about Salford today? And Salford tomorrow? Chapel Street and Greengate are areas of dramatic transformation, and your tour covers this, too. The urban regeneration of Greensgate is making it very attractive to businesses and residents alike, while the cultural scene around Chapel Street is alive with artists and creative companies, not to mention some brilliant restaurants. There are new plans, new buildings and new squares to be discussed, too.

Covering the past, present and future of two of Salford’s standout areas, this tour will help you get to know Chapel Street and Greengate much, much better.

Secrets of Chapel Street, Salford at Manchester Cathedral, Cathedral Quarter 26 April 2025 Tickets from £20.00 Book now

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