MHF 2026 | Films and Talks
Schedule
Fri Jun 05 2026 at 11:00 am to 08:00 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Manchester Central Library | Manchester, EN
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About this Event
Read about #MHF2026 Talks and Films events during Fri 5 & Sat 6 June 2026.
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Friday 5 June, 12pm–1pm: Restoring Manchester Town Hall with Martin Sykes, Senior Conservation Architect
The restoration of Manchester Town Hall is currently the largest ever UK heritage construction project and nearing completion. Martin Sykes gives an illuminating talk.
Friday 5 June, 1.15pm– 2.15pm: Growing Cities with Brian Groom, Journalist & Author
Brian Groom's latest book These Isles: A People’s History of England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales (2026). Hear the man himself talk about the complex growth of towns and cities.
Friday 5 June, 2.30pm–3.30pm: Tales of Manchester's Musical History
Manchester Digital Music Archive, Strawberry Recording Studios Archive and Forget the Footnote share captivating stories about Manchester's musical heritage. From 3 incredible women Maria Malibran, Kathleen Moorhouse and Isobel Baillie through to 150 rare, restored digitised tape recordings to the cultural significance of the Hacienda and more.
Friday 5 June, 4.30pm–5.30pm: Down at the Club Revisited
Katie Milestone & Susan O’Shea, Music & Sonic Studies/School of Sociology & Criminology, MMU. Reflecting on Manchester’s nightclub histories from 1960s to 1980s. Featuring DJ Richard Searling and others.
Friday 5th June, 6pm–8pm: Champs Camp Film Premiere
The Champs Camp Archive Project and Northern Lights Film present a collaborative project showcasing how young people from Moss Side and Hulme responded to the story of Champs Camp through film. Followed by a Q&A with filmakers and former British light-heavyweight champion Maurice Coore.
Want to learn more about the Champs Camp Archive Project? to learn more about founder Phil Martin and join a guided tour of the gym.
Saturday 6 June, 11am–12pm: Since Attlee and Churchill Live Podcast with Lee David Evans and Richard Johnson
One of Britain's most popular history podcasts comes to Manchester! Join hosts Lee David Evans and Richard Johnson as they discuss some of Manchester's underlooked political figures.
These events are part of Manchester Histories Festival 2026. #MHF2026
Donation
These events are part of many free events programmed at Manchester Histories Festival 2026. As a small charity we truly welcome any contribution you are able to make. Suggested donations of £3–£10 help us continue our work with local communities, create imaginative and inclusive programmes, and sustain the Manchester Histories Festival in celebrating Greater Manchester’s rich and diverse histories and heritage. Every donation, whatever the amount, makes a real difference. Thank you for supporting us.
Accessibility
Manchester Central Library is fully accessible. To help us make this event as inclusive as possible, we welcome you to contact us at least two weeks in advance regarding any specific access requirements, including BSL interpretation or other support needs. Thank you.
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Call: 0161 306 1982
Data Gathering
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Complete the feedback form for your chance to win some Manchester Histories merch and a copy of These Isles: A People’s History of England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales by the brilliant author Brian Groom — available to Manchester Histories Festival 2026 attendees only!
Where is it happening?
Manchester Central Library, Saint Peter's Square, Manchester, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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