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Ramsbottom Heritage Centre

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE HERITAGE CENTRE IS CURRENTLY BEING USED AS THE PUBLIC LIBRARY PENDING COMPLETION OF THE NEW BUILDING

The Ramsbottom Heritage Centre is run by the Ramsbottom Heritage Society.  During the winter months members have been busy preparing a brand new exhibition, that is to say the display is new but some of the artifacts are themselves quite old.  The new exhibition is now open to the public each weekend and a addition to the popular 'Great Grandma's Kitchen' which remains on display from previous exhibitions, there are displays relating pre-historic times.  The centre piece focuses on a Bronze Age Cairn located at Whitelow, a mile or so to the east of the town.  

Other items on display include photographs of local events that have taken place over recent years.  The centre also has a wide range of books on local history as well as there own publications which will appeal to anyone interested in exploring the locality.  

The centre, located on Carr St. (Map Ref. 4) is open at weekends throughout the summer between the hours of 1.00pm and 4.30pm.

See our 'ORGANISATIONS' page for further details and the 'EVENTS' page for details of meetings.

Report by Barry Aldous

RAMSBOTTOM HERITAGE SOCIETY RAMBLES 2006

 Do you fancy a bit of a ramble ....?

How about .... a springtime saunter, a guided tour round that district you’ve always wanted to explore, a close look with an historical theme, a two hour trip with an expert or a Sunday afternoon stroll with autumnal colour?

 A series of shortish walks has been devised for the summer ~ the third Sunday in the month ~ looking at certain parts of Ramsbottom, Holcombe, Holcombe Brook, Stubbins and Summerseat. 

 Be dressed for walking: strong shoes or boots, and be prepared for sun, rain or cold weather.  Maybe bring a light snack to eat somewhere around the circuit.

All are welcome.  Hope to see you.

Distances are from 2 to 4 miles.

Times are about 2 hours starting at 2pm

 Any questions?  Phone Linda on 827602 or Joan on 827245

Ramsbottom Heritage Centre

Great Grandma's Kitchen

The 'Bronze Age' display