Peel Park & River Irwell History walk - Celebrating 180 years of Peel Park
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The Peel Park & River Irwell History walk celebrates 180 years of Peel Park. This tour explores the intertwined history of the park and the river. Tickets are free.
Join us in this tour and learn about Peel Parks intertwined history with the River Irwell.
Join us in this tour and learn about Peel Parks intertwined history with the River Irwell.
Meet us at Peel Park base for a 2 hour guided walk.
The River has caused issues for the park, since opening in 1846, it has been flooded many times. However, the Irwell enhanced the cultural and recreational features of Peel Park.
Learn more about this fascinating history with our guide Mark Charnley while walking through the park and along the banks of the river.
For further information please email andrea.lewis@salford.gov.uk
Booking is essential
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Peel Park & River Irwell History walk - Celebrating 180 years of Peel Park takes place on Wednesday, 19 August 2026 at 10:30.
Peel Park & River Irwell History walk - Celebrating 180 years of Peel Park is held at Peel Park Base in Manchester (Peel Park, Salford, M5 4PD).
Entry to Peel Park & River Irwell History walk - Celebrating 180 years of Peel Park is free.
Tickets for Peel Park & River Irwell History walk - Celebrating 180 years of Peel Park can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Peel Park & River Irwell History walk - Celebrating 180 years of Peel Park
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The Peel Park & River Irwell History walk celebrates 180 years of Peel Park. This tour explores the intertwined history of the park and the river. Tickets are free.
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Join us in this tour and learn about Peel Parks intertwined history with the River Irwell.
Join us in this tour and learn about Peel Parks intertwined history with the River Irwell.
Meet us at Peel Park base for a 2 hour guided walk.
The River has caused issues for the park, since opening in 1846, it has been flooded many times. However, the Irwell enhanced the cultural and recreational features of Peel Park.
Learn more about this fascinating history with our guide Mark Charnley while walking through the park and along the banks of the river.
For further information please email andrea.lewis@salford.gov.uk
Booking is essential
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Peel Park & River Irwell History walk - Celebrating 180 years of Peel Park?
Peel Park & River Irwell History walk - Celebrating 180 years of Peel Park takes place on Wednesday, 19 August 2026 at 10:30.
Where is Peel Park & River Irwell History walk - Celebrating 180 years of Peel Park taking place?
Peel Park & River Irwell History walk - Celebrating 180 years of Peel Park is held at Peel Park Base in Manchester (Peel Park, Salford, M5 4PD).
How much are tickets for Peel Park & River Irwell History walk - Celebrating 180 years of Peel Park?
Entry to Peel Park & River Irwell History walk - Celebrating 180 years of Peel Park is free.
How do I get tickets for Peel Park & River Irwell History walk - Celebrating 180 years of Peel Park?
Tickets for Peel Park & River Irwell History walk - Celebrating 180 years of Peel Park can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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