Events' calendar

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Whitworth Historical Society Winter Lecture

Clocks and their Stories by Keith Mellor We all have clocks of various types in our homes. Some are decorative others purely functional but many have a story associated with them. Keith brings along 12 of his own clocks each having its own particular story.
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Where: Whitworth Historical Society, The Heritage Centre, North Street, Whitworth, Lancashire, OL12 8RE

Mayor of Whitworth's Charity Fashion Show

The Mayor Elect, Councillor Lynda Barnes hosts a festive fashion show featuring local independent boutique 'Dawn Rose' along with other stalls.
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When: 7.30pm Friday 1st November 2019
Where: The Riverside, Market Street, Whitworth, OL12 8DP

WHS Members AGM

AGM followed by Potato Pie Supper The AGM is open to members and non members alike and is an opportunity for us to review the year's performance and what we have in mind for the future. Delicious potato pie supper to round off the evening!
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Where: Whitworth Historical Society, The Heritage Centre, North Street, Whitworth, Lancashire, OL12 8RE

Remembrance Sunday Commemorations - 2019

The annual Remembrance Commemorations take place on the Sunday closest to Remembrance Day.
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When: 10.20am Sunday 10th November 2019
Where: The Memorial Gardens, Market Street, Facit, OL12 8DP

Whitworth Historical Society Winter Lecture

My Life at Harrods An Insider Story by Maxine Jaager Maxine gives a sometimes humorous insight into the behind the scenes workings of this famous, and expensive, Knightsbridge store without the need to take out your purse or wallet.
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Where: Whitworth Historical Society, The Heritage Centre, North Street, Whitworth, Lancashire, OL12 8RE

Community Carol Service - 2019

The service is an opportunity to get into the Christmas spirit and join together to sing carols, accompanied by the Whitworth Vale and Healey Youth Band. The service each year is led by the Mayoral Chaplain.
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When: 7pm Monday 16th December
Where: The Riverside, Market Street, Whitworth, OL12 8DP

Annual New Year's Day Duck Race - 2020

Ready, steady – quack! A staple in the Whitworth calendar is the Annual New Year’s Day Duck Race. Taking place, every year at 1pm on New Year's Day at Cowm Reservoir. The event is always really popular with around 500 people attending on the day.
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When: 1pm Wednesday 1st January 2020
Where: Cowm Reservoir, Tong Lane, Whitworth

Whitworth Historical Society Winter Lecture

From Street Urchin to Establishment Man by Andy O�Sullivan MBE, BEM Former policemen Andy has received over 20 commendations for his work in the force and gives us an account of his own personal journey through his impressive working career.
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Where: Whitworth Historical Society, The Heritage Centre, North Street, Whitworth, Lancashire, OL12 8RE

Whitworth Historical Society Winter Lecture

120 Years of Ellen Smith by Paul Targett Ellen Smith�s motor coaches have been a familiar sight in the Rochdale area for 120 years now and many of us, particularly in the 1950�s and 60�s, enjoyed their holiday tours to various parts of Britain. The company remains strong and its history interesting.
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Where: Whitworth Historical Society, The Heritage Centre, North Street, Whitworth, Lancashire, OL12 8RE

Whitworth Historical Society Winter Lecture

The Battle of Britain 80th Anniversary by Brian Furness 2020 sees the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, an event which many believe shaped the final outcome of WW2. The dark days of 1940 saw Britain stand alone against the might of the Nazi regime which had already conquered much of Western Europe.
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Where: Whitworth Historical Society, The Heritage Centre, North Street, Whitworth, Lancashire, OL12 8RE