Meet at the entrance to the People's History Museum, Leftbank, Manchester, M3 3ER. This is the United Kingdom's national centre for the collection, conservation, interpretation and study of material relating to the history of working people in the UK, according to Wikipedia. Entrance is free. The No 1 free bus service stop at Gartside Street is a one minute walk away.
Meet at Rochdale Town Hall, The Esplanade, OL16 1AZ, for a conducted tour. Rochdale Town Hall has been called 'one of the most historically significant buildings in the country’ and has many historic rooms. You can look around at your own pace for free, or you can join a fascinating one hour guided tour at the cost of £8.00. Book in advance with the Town Hall for the guided tour. Rochdale is very well served by road, rail and tram links.
Meet in the cafe at Newbank Garden Centre, 74, Southworth Road, Newton-le-Willows, WA12 0BS for our seasonal meeting. The Garden Centre is magical at this time of year and you may want to buy a few gifts. The venue proved successful last December. Booking is not necessary, but please let the Local Contact know if you intend to join us.