Angel Meadow Manchester History Tour with Author Dean Kirby

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About this activity

Step back in time to the rain-lashed streets of Angel Meadow – the Victorian Manchester slum so vile it was dubbed ‘Hell upon Earth’ by Friedrich Engels.

In the shadow of one of the world’s first cotton mills, 30,000 souls trapped by poverty are fighting for survival as the Industrial Revolution is built upon their backs.

Mancunian families are struggling to keep body and soul together in overcrowded lodging houses and deep cellars on the banks of the River Irk as gangs of scuttlers stalk the pavements outside.

In this new tour by me, historian and writer Dean Kirby, the author of the bestselling book Angel Meadow: Victorian Britain's Most Savage Slum, you will hear the hidden story of how the district and its people shaped one of the world's greatest cities.

Whether, like me, you are a descendant of Angel Meadow ancestors or have a burning passion to explore the history of Manchester, this tour is for you.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Manchester History Tours

Ages: Adults (18–75 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bring a copy of my book and I'll sign and dedicate it for you.
Included: Small group sizes so you can ask questions and have plenty of time to take photographs.
Included: If your ancestors lived in Angel Meadow, contact me before and I'll mention them on the tour.
Included: Regular stops where you’ll hear about the unusual characters who called Angel Meadow home.

Itinerary

St. Michael's Flags & Angel Meadow Park

1 h 30 min

Step back in time to the rain-lashed streets of Angel Meadow – the Victorian Manchester slum so vile it was dubbed ‘Hell upon Earth’ by Friedrich Engels.

In the shadow of one of the world’s first cotton mills, 30,000 souls trapped by poverty are fighting for survival as the Industrial Revolution is built upon their backs.

Mancunian families are struggling to keep body and soul together in overcrowded lodging houses and deep cellars on the banks of the River Irk as gangs of scuttlers stalk the pavements outside.

In this tour by historian and writer Dean Kirby, the author of the bestselling book Angel Meadow: Victorian Britain's Most Savage Slum, you will walk alongside the River Irk, through the tree-lined Angel Meadow park and down streets where new apartments stand alongside former ragged schools and hear the hidden story of how the district and its people shaped one of the world’s greatest cities.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We'll meet outside the Sadler's Cat bar which is in Sadler's Yard, off Hanover Street, just two minute's walk from Manchester Victoria train station and Shudehill Bus Station. The postcode is M4 4AH.

End point

For the benefit of guests who want to explore Angel Meadow further, the tour will finish next to the entrance to Angel Meadow park, which is a six minute walk from Shudehill bus station. The postcode is M4 4GU. I will walk back with any guests who want to return to the start point.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.