Greater Manchester Collection (#3)

You may not like the cold weather or the snow, but these children at Moss Park School, Stretford, Lancs, are getting up earlier in the morning to go to school

For the last few weeks at the St Lukes Primary School, Manchester, Greater Manchester have been putting away threepence a week to go on a picnic with a difference, for this is a picnic in the snow

General views of Salford, Manchester, 16th July 1974

Irlam steel dispute. Pictured, Irlam Steels Thomas Harrop, pictured at the steelworks. Irlam, Salford in Greater Manchester. 18th August 1972

Road signs in Irlam, a suburb of Salford in Greater Manchester. 23rd June 1972

Councillor Jim Hudson, pictured in the shadow of the Irlam Steel works. 23rd June 1972

The only possible hope for Irlam, a new industrial development scheme stands idle. 23rd June 1972

Mr Eric Jackson, deputy town clerk of Irlam UDC, amongst the files of his campaign. 23rd June 1972

Women from Manila, who work in a Mill in Rochdale, Lancashire, give a display of national dancing in the cobbled streets of Rochdale. 20th July 1972

Clock on top of Eagley Mills, which is closing. Eagley, near Bolton, Greater Manchester. Eagley Mills is owned by J P Coats Ltd. and is due to close in June 1972

A woman working in a pub in Salford, Manchester, 16th July 1974

General views of people in Salford, Manchester, 16th July 1974

Women with scarves round their heads search a spoil heap near Manchester for fuel during the general strike, 1926

Russell Woods, Rag and bone boy in a residential street. 18th July 1975

Three-year-old Robert Watson plays in the dustbin outside Number Two Court, Dickenson Street, Oldham. 1st June 1962

Children playing outside slum housing Number Two Court, Dickenson Street, Oldham. 1st June 1962

Angela Martin (aged 22) knits and reads while sitting in a bottle, in the shop window of a furniture store in Rochdale, Greater Manchester. 23rd October 1957

Youki, tame giraffe at Belle Vue Zoo, gives a motherly lick to two new arrivals, muscovite ducks, who were being shown around the zoo by Anglea Melia, 19, left, and Eileen Simkiss, 16, right

A cart hourse pictured in the Daily Mirror Playpen at Altrincham agriculture show. Altrincham, Trafford, Greater Manchester. 23rd October 1957

Cart hourse with his groom John Barratt. Altrincham agriculture show. Altrincham, Trafford, Greater Manchester. 23rd October 1957

Cart hourse with his groom John Barratt. Altrincham agriculture show. Altrincham, Trafford, Greater Manchester. 23rd October 1957

A child riding on a donkey past the Daily Mirror Playpen at Altrincham agriculture show. Altrincham, Trafford, Greater Manchester. 23rd October 1957

Daily Mirror Playpen at Altrincham agriculture show. Altrincham, Trafford, Greater Manchester. 23rd October 1957

The control tower at Manchester Ringway Airport. 10th April 1950

Manchesters Lord Mayor Colonels P Dawson and the commanding officer of the Manchester Regiment, Colonel Edward F Woolsey, inspect the regiments colours and silver drums

Council flats at Smedley Road and Smedley Lane, Woodlands Estate, Manchester. 4th November 1948

Air Traffic controllers in the control tower at Manchester Ringway airport. 1st October 1956

The tunnel running under the new runway extension at Manchester Airport. A BOAC 707 taxis over the underpass. 7th January 1969

The Manchester Regiment led by the band seen here marching pass Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester. 11th May 1951

Men of the Manchester Regiment with bayonets fixed march into Cross Street on their way to Albert Square for the presentation of colour belts. 12th July 1954

The international departure lounge at Manchester Ringway Airport 12th February 1954

Putting the finishing touches to the new block of flats near Willert Street Police Station on Rochdale Road, Manchester 11th September 1948

Shopper out and about on Market Street, Manchester 15th April 1950

The Opera House on Quay Street Manchester 17th January 1967

Manchester United v Leicester City. Final score 4-0 to Manchester United. League Division One. Old Trafford. 21st December 1957

Police watch a demonstration of unemployed workers organised by the National Unemployed Workers Movement (NUWM) march down London Road Manchester to protest against cuts to unemployment benefits

A scene of chaos and confusion as firemen turn the hose on a demonstration of unemployed workers organised by the National Unemployed Workers Movement (NUWM)

A scene at 11 o"clock outside the womens Employment Exchange in St Anne Street
A scene at 11 o" clock outside the womens Employment Exchange in St Anne Street, Manchester. 12th February 1947

A few of the 300 Scottish hunger marchers seen here having a meal before setting off again from Manchester for London The Scottish contingent of the national hunger march set off from Glasgow at

Members of the National Unemployed Workers Movement march through Ardwick Green Manchester to protest against the means test. 25th April 1932

Heavy horses with their carts wait to offload their deliveries in this un-named Manchester street. Circa 1930

Beer delivery for the Old Shambles, Manchester, October 12th 1951

A street scene in Manchester. 20th December 1934

Royal visit to Salford - King George VI & Queen Elizabeth talking to a group warden in Salford. Feb 1941

On the right, the new type of Ford Taxi which was passed this morning. Alongside it, one of the oldest taxis in Manchester. circa 1935

New University Union Building at Manchester University. 23rd October 1957

Manchester United in training. Roy Keane and Paul Scholes practicing watched by (behind l-r: Ole Gunner Solskjaer, David Beckham and Ronny Johnsen. 18th November 1996

Manchester United in training. Players running left to right: Roy Keane, Ronny Johnsen, Ole Gunner Solskjaer, David Beckham and Eric Cantona (right). 18th November 1996

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Greater Manchester: A Tapestry of History and Progress From the iconic Hartshead Pike Tower standing tall against the sky to the bustling Salford Quays with its cranes overseeing Ontario Basin, a region that seamlessly blends history and modernity. Central Manchester, as seen from an aerial view, showcases a vibrant cityscape that captivates both locals and visitors alike. The Stockport viaduct on the London & North Western Railway, dating back to 1845, reminds us of the rich railway heritage that shaped this area. As night falls over Salford Quays, The Lowry Bridge illuminates the Manchester Ship Canal in all its glory - a symbol of connection and progress. Meanwhile, pupils of Ross Place School in Ardwick demonstrate their resilience as they jump across a sea of mud to enter their educational haven. The closing chapter of Eagley Mills is captured by the clock tower looming in the background - a poignant reminder of changing times. An antique map from the 19th century takes us back to where it all began - showcasing how Manchester has evolved into what it is today. Irlam Steel works introduces us to individuals like Eric Teal, Jack Hughes, and Stuart Johnson who dedicated themselves to shaping Greater Manchester's industrial landscape. Their hard work echoes throughout time. And finally, Pinnington Road Gorton North comes alive with joyous celebrations during Queen Elizabeth's coronation - reminding us that community spirit thrives within these streets. Greater Manchester is not just a place; it's an amalgamation of stories etched into every corner. It's where past meets present and future unfolds before our eyes – constantly evolving while honoring its remarkable heritage.