Research Talk -The Slopes: A Historic Landscape

Name: Research Talk -The Slopes: A Historic Landscape
Start: 2025-04-13T14:00:00+01:00
End: 2025-04-13T16:00:00+01:00
Location: The Esplanade, OL16 1AZ Rochdale, United Kingdom

Schedule

Sun Apr 13 2025 at 02:00 pm to 04:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

The Esplanade, OL16 1AZ Rochdale, United Kingdom | Rochdale, EN

From Medieval landscape to Victorian public gardens, the Broadfield Park Slopes have a fascinating and complex history tied to the heritage and origins of Rochdale.
Recent archaeological excavations and supporting documentary evidence tell the story of how the Slopes evolved from a natural spring point to an integral part of the industrial development of the town centre.
This research talk, led by the Slopes project archaeologists, will delve into this history and explore the captivating heritage of the site.
Free event but booking is essential. Tickets are now availble🎟️