Strangeways & Cheetham Hill
Cheetham Hill is a place of contrasts—scruffy yet magnificent, rich in history yet full of lost landmarks. This Jonathan Schofield tour uncovers its hidden past, from a lost river and Roman road to the grand but vanished Assembly Rooms and their Pleasure Gardens.
You'll also explore Strangeways prison, infamous for executions and the UK’s longest prison riot, before discovering a more hopeful legacy—the area’s Jewish Quarter, home to the beautifully restored Manchester Jewish Museum, where the tour concludes.
Offered languages: English
Highlights
- Learn about the incredible history of Cheetham Hill
- Discover treasures lost to time such as the Assembly Rooms, Pleasure Gardens, and one of the greatest of Victorian buildings
- Hear juicy tales about the notorious Strangeways prison
- Learn about the creation of Cheetham Hill’s Jewish Quarter
- Optionally explore Manchester Jewish Museum at the end of the tour
What's included
- A walking tour of Cheetham Hill and Strangeways, led by a knowledgeable and experienced tour guide
- Interior access to Strangeways prison
- Food and drink
- Transportation to and from the walking tour
- Umbrellas
Cancellation policy
You may cancel or modify your booking up to 24 hours before the event start time for a full refund.
