Places to see in ( Eccles - UK )
Places to see in ( Eccles - UK )
Eccles is a town in Greater Manchester, England, 2.7 miles west of Salford and 3.7 miles west of Manchester city centre, between the M602 motorway to the north and the Manchester Ship Canal to the south. Eccles cakes, first produced and sold in the town in 1793, are now exported across the world.
Historically part of Lancashire, Eccles grew up around the 13th century Parish Church of St Mary. Evidence of pre-historic human settlement has been discovered locally but the area was predominantly agricultural until the Industrial Revolution, when a textile industry was established in the town. The arrival of the Liverpool and Manchester Railway, the world's first passenger railway, led to the town's expansion along the route of the track linking those two cities.
The derivation of the name is uncertain, but several ideas have been proposed. One is that the Eccles place-name is derived from the Romano-British Ecles or Eglys, itself derived from the Ancient Greek Ecclesia. Following the arrival in AD 613 of the invading Anglo-Saxons at Lancashire, many existing British place-names, especially rivers and hills (the River Irwell for example), survived intact. The root Ecles, found in several village names, is an exception to this. A popular theory is that the word denoted the site of a building recognised by the Anglo-Saxons as a church and feature of the landscape. Eccles appears to have been such a village, and Ecles may be the likely source of the modern name.
Eccles is situated 4¾ miles west of Manchester, on the north bank of the Manchester Ship Canal. The area is along a gentle slope from 160 feet (49 m) above sea level to the north, to 60 feet (18 m) above sea at the south, near the Irwell. The Eccles area consists of the wards of Barton, Winton, and Eccles. The Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin is the only Grade I listed building in Eccles. There are two Grade II* listed buildings in the Eccles area. The Church of St Andrew was completed by the architect Herbert Edward Tijou in 1879. Monton Unitarian Church was completed in 1875 by Thomas Worthington.
The town's war memorial was erected in 1925. Local sculptor John Cassidy was commissioned to design the structure. Built from Portland stone and topped with a bronze figure, it was unveiled by Lord Derby in August 1925. It is now a Grade II listed building. Eccles Library was built on a slum clearance site in the town centre. The building was funded by Andrew Carnegie and designed by Edward Potts (who also designed the canalside mill picture above), and opened on 19 October 1907. Designed in the Renaissance style, it is now a Grade II listed building. Potts had hoped that the building would become the Eccles University.
Salford City Council is currently bidding for the Liverpool and Manchester Railway to be included in UNESCO's list of World Heritage Sites. Eccles railway station has recently undergone restoration work by the 'Friends of Eccles Railway Station', including clean-ups, renovation of the station garden, and a mural. Both Monton Green and Ellesmere Park are designated conservation areas, and a Site of Biological Importance is located near Rutland Road and Chatsworth Road.
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Eccles Past
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A walk in Eccles Town Centre in Salford, Manchester.
A walk in Eccles town centre in Salford, Manchester. Eccles is famous for it's Eccles cake which is known far and wide. It's urban location has a traditional town hall and easy links to surrounding areas via Eccles train station, bus station and extensive motorway network. It has many high performing Schools, including Ellesmere Park High School and St Patricks High School. The area also has an established college, aptly named Eccles College. It also has a revitalized retail park, West One Retail Park with a number of large stores and a gymnasium. In fact Eccles has at least 3 gyms. Pure Gym being the latest on West One retail park. There are many gp surgeries, including St Andrews' Medical Centre and several gp's located within the Eccles Gateway complex which also includes a library on the ground floor. Centralised church street has a number of revamped facelifted buildings. The area also has numerous churches including the parish church shown. Eccles has recreation facilities, a large post office, long established pubs/public houses and the Metrolink tram system in the centre with easy access to many surrounding areas. Monton village and Irlam are borders of this town and Salford quays is a just a short journey away. The Trafford centre and Manchester United are just around 2.5 miles away. The picturesque Worsley is also just a few miles away. The historic area is steeped in tradition and heritage.
True Love Never Dies (Trip to Eccles video)
Photos from my trip to Eccles from Manchester on the 33. Was an amazing trip and good to see how one of my childhood town has changed over the years #TravellingEverywhere
Celebrating Eccles 2014
Celebrating Eccles @ Eccles Parish Church Saturday May 17th 2014. Performance by
Celebrating Eccles 2014
Celebrating Eccles featuring Danny Moloney singing acappela with the Accord Inspirational Gospel Choir @ Eccles Parish Church on Saturday 17th May 2014.
St Cuthbert’s Church At Aldingham Cumbria
The Parish Church of St.Cuthbert, Aldingham stands stubbornly on the shore of Morecambe Bay protected by a sturdy sea wall. The elements have left their mark over the years, a significant part of the former village and its environs having been lost to the sea many years ago.
The Church building is thought to have been founded in 1147 and of this Norman period the round arches and pillars of the South Arcade remain. Recent work exposed part of a Norman arch in the west wall of the South Aisle. Daniel le Fleming, son of Michael the Lord of the Manor was its first Rector in 1180. At some time between 1200 and 1250 the chancel was extended by 15 feet and traces of the earlier chancel can still be seen.
The tower was built about 1350 and at the same time all but one of the Norman windows were replaced, the west window and battlements above are 15th century additions.
There is no evidence of any earlier Church on the site but a badly worn fragment of a Saxon standing cross is built into the east wall below the window, evidence perhaps of the time when the monks of Lindisfarne would have brought the relics of St. Cuthbert here possibly with a view to taking them to Ireland to escape the Danes. St CuthbertThere is evidence reported by the local grave digger of Viking burials on the North side of the church.
The chancel area is wonderfully peaceful. It houses an old stone grave slab which once marked the grave of Goditha of Scales; the floral-design cross dates the stone to the 13th century and suggests she may have been an abbess. This was discovered when Revd. Dr. Stonard undertook a major extension to the North Aisle in the 1840’s which unfortunately means that earlier remains of importance now lie buried and out of reach. He also opened the west door, pulled down the south porch, fitted new pews, paved the nave and put in the ceiling which now hides the beautiful wooden beams similar to those in the chancel. He was also responsible for the erection of Aldingham Hall in 1846 intended for his dwelling but he left it instead to his butler! The church building is simple in style and character but is a wonderful record of changing architectural style over the years. The ‘squint’ and ‘leper’s hole’ add further colour and interest to this place of prayer. Its location and its deep sense of peace attract a large number of walkers and other visitors to the Bay. As a Crown living it has in the past attracted some ‘worthy’ clergymen’ and a couple of bishops. More information is available at the Church and a new display is planned for 2004.
The Church serves a large, scattered rural area including the small villages of Newbiggin, Scales and Baycliff and despite the decline in rural industries and the loss of its School still supports a small, faithful worshipping community and provides a beautiful setting for weddings.
St Mary The Virgin Church in Eccles 15 Nov 2013 by Roy West
Eccles 15 November 2013 by Roy West
Rare and unseen 1949 Eccles film footage
Celebrating Eccles 2014
Mike & Jane entertaining us during 'StandUp' Eccles 2014 @ Eccles parish Church, Saturday 17th May 2014
coopers family celebration do 2001!!!!!!!!!!! eccles
the coopers family celebration do at patricroft cons club eccles 2001
Parish Church CE Junior School - Regional Winners 2012 - Church School Awards
Church School Awards - Regional Winners 2012. London and SE Primary -- Parish Church CE Junior School, Croydon (Diocese of Croydon) -
Sunny Day - Barbecue Manchester Eccles UK 2013
My first video with Go Pro 3 . Beautiful sunny day with friends.
I DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THESE SONGS
Bellringing At St Mary The Virgin Attenborough
I sometimes ring the bells of Attenborough Church but today was just a visit so I filmed the bells ringing from the outside. I came to the church because it was my Grandpa’s Birthday but he died on 29th July 2017 so I came to lay some flowers down and wish him a happy birthday in heaven. The church was built in 903AD it’s got a set of 8 bells Tenor weighing 11cwt it’s a very nice of bells comment what you think and enjoy.
The Secret of Christ
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The Secret of Christ · The Ecclesium Choir
British Church Music Series 10: Music of Richard Shephard
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3691 - Social Club in Eccles Greater Manchester For Sale
3691 - Social Club in Eccles Greater Manchester For Sale
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Social Club in Eccles Greater Manchester For Sale
Eccles, Greater Manchester, England
Advert Ref: 3691
Business Description
Preferred Commercial is delighted to offer for sale this popular social club, which was established in 1975 and which has been in our client's careful hands since 2008. The business is only now being placed onto the market due to a change in our client's circumstances. The social club trades 7 days a week and generates a turnover in the region of £300,000 with a gross profit of 40%. The business serves a range of beers, wines and spirits and boasts bowling green facilities to the rear of the premises. The property has multiple bars including a members' bar which boasts seating for approximately 80 people, a function room with seating for approximately 120 people and a snooker room which has seating for approximately 60 people. A new owner could increase turnover by embarking on a modest marketing campaign as there is currently little promotion in place. The social club has earned an excellent reputation in the surrounding area and benefits from a loyal customer base and much repeat trade. We feel this is an ideal opportunity to acquire a thriving social club with scope for future growth. Early negotiations with Preferred Commercial must come highly recommended.
Business Status
For Sale
Property
Freehold
Location
Barton Sports & Social Club occupies substantial premises, ideally located on a busy main road running through the town of Eccles, Greater Manchester. The premises boast parking for approximately 20 vehicles and are well-served by public transport. The business is surrounded by mainly residential properties and benefits from a high footfall with much passing trade. The town centre is a short drive away and possesses a wealth of shops and amenities. Eccles is a town which is popular with commuters due to its excellent transport links with Manchester and Liverpool. The town has a wealth of attractions including shopping centres, bars and restaurants and is a desirable place in which to live and work. The business boasts easy access to the A-road and motorway networks with the A57 nearby and the M60 and M602 motorways only a short drive away. Salford is approximately 2.7 miles to the east with Manchester city centre a further 2 miles.
Premises Details
Substantial premises set on approximately 0.95 acre of land with bowling green facilities to rear. Briefly comprising:
Ground Floor
Function suite with tables & chairs for approximately 120 covers
Members' bar with tables & chairs for approximately 80 covers and 50 inch 3D television
Ladies WC
Snooker room with tables and chairs for approximately 60 covers and a full size snooker table and 50 inch flat screen television
Bar servery, which runs through the building serving members bar, function suite and snooker room, with 8 x bottle chillers, 2 x glass washers, 3 x electronic cash registers and an ice machine
Gents WC
Disabled WC
External
Car park for approximately 20 vehicles
Bowling green to rear of club
Concrete fencing around the perimeter
Electric gates for car park
Trading Hours
Mon - Thurs: 6.00pm - 12.00am Fri: 4.00pm - 1.00am Sat: 12.00pm - 1.00am Sun: 12.00pm - 1.00am
Church Of St Mary's The Virgin Eccles By Roy West
Eccles St Mary The Virgin Church 15 Nov by Roy West
Eccles St Mary The Virgin Church 15 Nov by Roy West
Quarant'ore at the Hidden Gem Ave Verum
The Choir sing during the traditional Forty Hours Exposition and Adoration at Saint Mary's RC Church (The Hidden Gem), Mulberry Street, Manchester
The funeral of Ellie Mowforth at St Mary's Church, Cottingham
The funeral of Ellie Mowforth at St Mary's Church, Cottingham. Video by Kevin Shoesmith. Full story: