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Wednesday @ 1: The History of the Garden

Gardens have been the dream spaces that people and cultures have made for millennia.

  • Booking advisable
  • Free event (admission applies)

Gardens follow the fashions and attitudes of the day and showcase the wonders of the natural world. Despite the changes, the ups and downs of history, ordinary people worldwide have always loved to enjoy and to cultivate a garden. We still do.

Join Anne Beswick for a talk on the history of gardens.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Children are welcome

Meeting point

The Castlefield Viaduct event space

What to bring and wear

There are no food or drinks vendors on site so any you may need you will need to bring with you. The event will take place inside.

Accessibility

Castlefield Viaduct is fully accessible by lifts at Deansgate Metrolink, ramp access to the event space and with accessible toilets. There is a hearing loop in use on site.

Contact info

Castlefield Viaduct Team

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