90A King Street, Knutsford, Cheshire. WA16 6ED Tel: 01565 650506. Email: info@knutsfordheritage.co.uk

Opening Times. Summer (April - September): Tuesday-Saturday 11am - 4pm, Sunday 2pm - 5pm. Winter (October - March): Tuesday - Saturday 11am - 4pm.
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We are also about to feature some new photography of Knutsford taken by www.englishtowns.net  A great website and blog about visiting and appreciating English Towns.  Every town in England has its own street map and information page.  More of England’s finest architecture and attractions being added every day!

Knutsford was recorded in the William the Conqueror's Domesday Book of 1086 as Cunetesford ("Canute's ford").  King Canute (Knútr in Old Norse) was the king of England (1016–1035) and later king of Denmark, Norway and parts of Sweden as well. Local tradition says that King Canute forded the River Lily, which was said to be dangerous then, though other reports say it was the Birkin Brook at or near Booth Mill.

 

Tim Burgess had carved the sculpture - with a chainsaw - from a dying 200-year-old beech tree. He said the owners of the land, the Bloor family, had wanted to commission a figure that represented Knutsford and greeted visitors in Chelford Road.


Take a Good Look at Knutsford


 

 

Take a look at a selection of new images taken by Paul Worpole who has recently been seen all over Knutsford shooting images for us. Some you will recognise, others are places are tucked away and are a surprise to us! We are producing a selection of limited edition prints, postcards and others items very soon for sale in our shop. Plus we will be hosting a exhibition of Paul's work in the very near future. We love the music too, you can't help but feel happy after you watch!

Do you have a story to tell about Knutsford?

Maybe you remember life in the town during World War II, or moved here in the 1960s when Longridge was built. Have you bumped into film or TV stars filming in the town? As part of the run up to July's Knutsford Promenades - an event which will see the town transformed into a stage set as actors, musicians and dancers bring its history and heritage to life - the organisers are holding two special memory events at the Knutsford Heritage Centre.

Project director Robert Meadows said  "The memories can be anything from a detailed story about an historic Knutsford event to a small vignette which encapsulates a moment in time of life in the town." 

More than 100 young people and adults will be involved in bringing the open air promenades to life but the organisers would like to see more people and organisations taking part.  "More information about the Knutsford Promenades is now available at Knutsford Library," said Robert.

If you would like to participate as a performer or can help with supporting the event please email promenades@knutsfordtowncouncil.gov.uk, phone the Heritage Centre on 01565 650506, or drop off a letter at the Heritage Centre, 90A King Street.

"We promise an entertaining and enriching experience that is free for all which will bring together local talent and creativity as well as helping local people learn more about Knutsford’s arts and heritage organisations."


'Turn Up & Go' Walking Tour - every Friday @11am

NO NEED TO BOOK - May 3rd to October 25th

Every Friday at 11.00, from the beginning of May until the end of October, just turn up at the Heritage Centre shop, pay £5 and go on a ‘People and Places’ tour. Patton and the American Third Army. You will learn about kings and highwaymen, architects and authors, gentry and generals. You will, also, discover the fascinating history behind some of Knutsford’s landmarks: the battles on the Heath, the old prison and majestic Tatton Park to name a few.

Walks take about an hour and follow a town centre route which is, more or less, flat (just one steepish, short hill which we descend). Wear appropriate footwear and carry a waterproof and/or umbrella (this is the UK, after all). We are very flexible in trying to accommodate special needs and requirements. Finally, an added bonus on any walk is that not only do our trained guides ‘know their stuff’’ but they know all the best coffee shops and lunch/tea venues as well. book.

 


 

Upcoming Events

April 30 - July 28

Rolls-Royce Exhibition

Rolls-Royce Exhibition:Henry Royce meeting Charles Rolls and the making of the Rolls- Royce Company

May 21 - July 21

Treasures from the Heritage Centre’s Archives

Treasures from the Heritage Centre’s Archives to be held in the Musgrave Gallery.

May 29 - May 29

Pumpkin Planting

Pumpkin Planting with the Heritage Centre’s Gardeners

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