Manchester & Salford. Five MORE Historical survivors
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 ม.ค. 2022
- In this video we visit five historical survivors in Manchester and Salford. Firstly we visit the town of Radcliffe and look at two Industrial weirs on the river Irwell. These weirs provided water to two goits. Hutchinsons Goit and Bealeys Goit that fed Bleach works and a Paper mill in the town. Secondly we look at an old pack horse bridge. the old Blackford bridge on the river Roch near the town of Bury. Then we go to Weaste in Salford to look at some salford corporation surviving tram tracks for the early 1900's. Off to castlefield in manchester to look at some Roman remains. Finally we look at an old water drinking well, possibly Georgian in Manchester city centre. This well was situated near the infamous Little Ireland and most certainly played a role in its history.
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I deliver on Lower Chatham Street every day and I never knew about the well. Absolutely fascinating! I will be taking a look tomorrow. Thanks for sharing Martin.
Not so much pieces of historic trivia as small nuggets of historical gold Martin. Many 🙏
This may not be the place to ask this, but as I can see your enthusiasm for Manchester gone by, and it's architecture, I wonder if you would be interested to have something my mother gave me, which is a scrapbook compiled by her father around 1910, consisting of about 50 newspaper articles talking about the buildings and parts of Manchester. the articles are all written by a Mr T Swindells, described as the author of a book entitled "Manchester Streets and Manchester Men". Some of the later articles are headed "Manchester of the Past", and are said to be specially written for the paper. Titles include such things as "The beauties of the sylvan district of Ancoats". I live in Haslingden, but could probably post it to you. My mother has no idea why her father compiled this book, which is self bound, with brown paper pages, and I did have a handwritten note with the book explaining that it was made around 1910 in my mothers curlicue script handwriting.
Let me know if you think it may be of interest to you.
Regards
Alan Partington
You might want to prompt Martin again if you haven't heard from him by now!
I really enjoy these mini explores as much as the big ones, history is all arounds us and you help show the little signs from our past, wonderful Martin, well done to you and the guys.
Sunday with Martin, James, and five more bits of history… it’s a good day 😊
Edit: 5:01 Brilliant 😄
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Couldn't agree more, such a treat to sit down on a Sunday evening. And the five interesting things series is just a fab format.
You should do a video on Compstall, just over werneth low in Hyde - sandwiched between Tameside and Marple. It’s a mill town built by George Andrew in the early 19th century. One of the mills is still there and there’s a huge weir and plenty of industrial remains at the man made reservoirs that supplied the mills
Loved it. I visited Bealey's Goit some years ago and noticed (I think) that the sluice mechanism was made in Kilmarnock, so I contacted the museum there for further information. Loved the well and the bridge - not seen before. Often pass Weaste "tram depot" on my way to Weaste Cemetery, but had no idea that they only kept the front wall ! Many thanks Martin and James.
Well said Martin … I certainly appreciate the “trivia” you’re bringing light to … thank you 🙏
Thanks Nigel
i really like these ones you do like this Martin, as always good work chap, an many thanks for all your endless perseverance putting these together for us each week i do love a little bit of history on sunday, top marks :)
Thank you
I like this guy. Enthusiasm! Passion! Knowledge!
Great to see the large weir and archimedes (arky-me-deez) screw, at Radcliffe. Also, the old pack horse route. We still have the Pack Horse pub in Royston, South Yorkshire. Our old pack horse bridge is above a long disused quarry, behind the Co-op car park.
Excellent to see the original tram depot clock tower kept. More developers should take note.
Caligula, Martin? Tut. Chuckle.
Lower Chatham Street well - fascinating.
Best of all, thanks for having a shave.👌 Let's not be going there again, okay?
How'd you know it wasn't pronounced "Are-kimmy-deeze"?
It's like the Radio Times should be the "Raddy-otto-meeze"! 😆
@@Aengus42 As a post-graduate qualified teacher of Functional English, Dyslexia specialist and 17 years experience has taught me, amongst other things, how to 'sound out' words to make them easier to pronounce.
@@quickclipsbyjmj No doubt.
But did that experience rob you of a sense of humour too?
I fear it may have done...
@@Aengus42 No. Not at all. You might have been joking, instead of extracting the urine. I couldn't take the risk. I thought it better to show the correct pronunciation for in case one of Martin's viewers wasn't sure how to say it.
So that must mean an Arch is actually an Ark.🤭🤭
Hi Martin, James and the crew. Some further trivia there is a capped off well in the Cruz101 club in the village. When the club first opened it was just an iron grid on top but as clubbers used it dump empty cans/bottles it was capped off with a solid capping. I am sure I can remember the Weaste tram/bus depot had opening doors on the frontage with Eccles road with tram rails running onto Eccles Road as well as on that side road. Also I am sure these double height doors were part of an attempted preservation order as they were ornate and metal? coated. Perhaps something to whet your curiosity. Cheers DougT in Mancs
Thanks for the info Doug, interesting about the well
23:02, that's the mechanism to manually set the points. At every tram (not only back in the days but modern trams as well) all have an steel "stake" to switch the points. Sometimes because the automated switching fails, sometimes because they only can be hand switched. The old(er) systems around depots were all manual switches.
The rebuilt of the backwall of the depot was not only because of the new windows in it but also because backwalls of depots have a hidden feature in it. Those walls are build as "easy to break" - when a tramcar wouldn't stop in the depot, it would break through the wall/doors at the end instead of crashing into the wall. The wall was build in such way the bricks would come easily out of the wall, preventing the depot from collapsing if a tram would hit the backwall. A tram crashing into the street behind the depot would effect less casualties or damage than the collaps of the depot.
You beat me to this reply by 4 months. That'll teach me for not scrolling down before adding my own comment about the points 🤣 These switches look like they were single bladed too.
I gotta tell ya, I’ve been watching your channel for a while now. Came across it by TH-cam suggestions while looking at mine exploring channels . I use to live in Pennsylvania, now in Florida, and have been a history buff since I was in elementary school. Pennsylvania has a lot of historical buildings and mines. But compared to the UK it’s nothing. I love the way you explain the sites you visit, not just go there and say what it is and leave. Someday I would love to visit there and just tour the country, not for the ‘touristy’ places, but for the hidden architectural things. Thank you for showing the places you do, it really brings to light how old and beautiful your country is.
I’m glad that James is a mainstay in your videos now, it’s like when Dr. Who teamed up with Maryanne, it just works. Love your work
I am not from your area but I do love the Industrial and urban history of the British Isles, and your Anneka Rice impression, now to find the clue ;-)
At some point before 1 June 1907 Bury council had claimed that half the old bridge was theirs - and demolished “their” half. The locals were upset because it was a right of way and they used it to get to the bleach works or to Radcliffe. They asked for it to be put back, but Bury council wasn’t admitting anything (or paying for it) and no other council wanted to pay up either, so it must have stayed demolished… (Bury Times 1/6/1907)
Hi Martin great video and greetings from Cornwall
Greetings to Cornwall
Social History at its finest. Great work Martin!
Thanks Paul
Think I may start following these dudes.... never boring and, in my book, every day is a school day.... great information. Well thought out.... run, James, run... n get the tea on!
Just love this history of Manchester thanks Martin and James
Great to see more tram track. The well looks like it has a cover as there is a straight line by hole 1. Also learned that the word Goight is not just an insult used in Red Dwarf.
Love Red Dwarf!!!!
So glad you covered Bealeys weir, occasionally I’ve delivered to DHL opposite, when you exit and turn right you can’t miss the weir. When there’s little water going over, it’s a beautiful structure.
Loving your channel, excellent work
Haven't even watched this yet, but I KNOW it's right down my alley! 😍
Cheers Adam
Another brilliant video Martin! You guys do Manchester and it’s storied history PROUD
Another Smashed It production by Sir Martin.I love all your work,but this truly appealed to my imagination. As you walk through Angel Meadow.I literally see the hardworking people who lived and too often died young there. You know I hate romanticizing poverty so I think honoring all of this city’s past both rich and poor is critical.Too often today people think they have it bad.and ok there is more than some acknowledge,but your work honors this city l fondly say adopted me. When I walk into Salford my first time,a bloke from across the pond,due to your incredible work I shall feel a kinship. I know it is an old promise,but yes pints are on me mate, I shall be honored to meet you when l fly into Manchester sometime in 23,and I hope it is ok to say your work and friendship from afar have gotten me through a lot. Survivors Manchester based in Salford brought me back from a rough place,and your videos have been equally of my heart. Thank you Martin,,
Excellent Martin! All
Five!! I live near the old bridge and when I went for a walk down there I had funny looks from the residents in the houses, so
Put me off! Lol. Well done !!!
That was just brilliant loving the old bridge and the well, really interesting along with the old black and white pictures and maps. I enjoy Sunday nights with these historical tours around the region. Stay safe and Happy New Year.
Hi Martin, Hutchinson's goit supplied water to the East Lancashire Paper Mill in Radcliffe, where I worked as Mill Chemist. It fed into the 'city tea' lodge which was just alongside Church st. I remember the 'watermen' who looked after the lodges and goits that fed the mill. They would regularly clear the weeds from the goit - happy days !! Andy.
Happy New Year Martin and thanks for another very interesting video. I hope future generations watch and learn from your extensive research ☺
Thank you Dilwyn
Martin, your use of maps is great for the story, great work. A mistake on google earth, "I can't believe it." "Run James Run" priceless.... Little stories of historic trivia are just as important as the big stories or you could say "There is nothing trivial about history." Well well well Martin this was another great watch, and your narration is full of enthusiasm. Well, time to start the BBQ. Thanks to you and your team. How long do the batteries last in the torch?
Excellent historical snippets of Manchesters past. ❤️
Love these little finds, thanks Martin, brilliant as always.
Cheers 😃
Cracking little gems! That collapsed bridge was my fav and that well, how fascinating, you wouldn't want to lose your keys or phone down there! 😳😁
A triumph! Especially the authentic Roman footings. I love this format, Martin, well done.🇯🇪
Spring Gardens and Fountain Street. Now I know where the names came from. Thanks Martin.
Fantastic guys, this is great. 15 mins walk from my home have walked some of this route.. Thanks guys. Being in a wheelchair I can't walk it anymore. Keep the trivia coming
Love old tram lines history
Excellent social history. It may be small but it's very important! 👍
Fascinated by the well!
Excellent vid as always,, tram tracks still visible on Bennet Street opposite Rostron avenue, leading into the old tram depot, which was the Olympic freight depot of Hyde Road.. keep posting the vids.. 👍
Happy New Year Martin and James, I’m looking forward to watching many more of your most interesting and enjoyable explores in 2022.
Thanks Paul Happy new year
just fabulous. great watching, brilliant.
I remember the old tram lines , was having a wander round there a while ago. Smashing video again Martin, cheers, Slurp
Fantastic video Martin. Back in the 90s I used to pass Weaste tram depot regularly. Yes the front fascia is original. At the rear in yard, the tracks fanned out to enter the back of the depot. In later years I think it was being used for warehousing.
Thanks John yeah I remember the bus depot
@@MartinZero The Water well was also fascinating Martin. Reminded me of in Keith's book about the former 'Wishing Well Cafe' that had a water well in the corner. I was just born abit too late to have witnessed some of these gems in Manchester! ;-)
Sundays with Martin and James… perfect! Thank you and happy new year!
yet another gem of a broadcast..well done guys and thank you
Fascinating, thankyou!
Thanks a lot for the very interesting video! I love the variety of history and heritage you have there! I really like little places like this where you can still see details of what was. Greetings from Germany! :-)
another great video martin thanks
Thanks for another great video. Have a happy and healthy 2022.
Happy New Year. I love everything you come up with. Brilliant.
Thanks for the research, really enjoyed it, well done
Brilliant video Martin! Keep ‘em coming!!
Happy New Year Martin. Great stuff, love these interesting trivia videos.
Another good one. Thank you Martin.
Thanks Martin, that's a good start into the new year. Well chosen snippets and good to see some related to previous clips. As usual, the old photographs and maps are brilliantly adding to the atmosphere as well as the music does. 👍
Thanks Thomas
Enjoyed the video thanks Martin.
Another awesome video of Manchester's history. Thank you Martin 😊
Thank for posting this, I was born in Hope Hospital in Salford & lived in Eccles, when I was 5 we moved to Wales but still have Family on my dads side so go up now & then!
Fabulous, thank you for doing this.
Great video Martin love the well and bridge.
Love all you’re work it all so interesting thanks for sharing.⭐️⭐️⭐️
Another well researched video Martin, very interesting and a pleasure to watch.
A fascinating piece of history there Martin, congrats to all involved.
Thanks for this video. So interesting!
Brilliant videos, absolute gems of information. 👌
Great video again, Martin! I love historical trivia, particularly things relating to places and areas where I have never been, or lived in. Please keep them coming! Thanks.
Loving these collections of short articles Martin. Another really great video. Thanks
Happy new year Martin! These tidbits are fascinating and I’m glad you documented them. I really like the weirs and the little goits, that sort of civil engineering lasting for so long, the history of what that water meant to the story of that area north of Manchester and the factories and the people that worked at them really makes you wonder.
This is all so amazing. And that bridge is just plain beautiful. They did such beautiful brick work. Please keep up your videos
coming, we love them. Thank you so much.
Great as always...
This mini series is fascinating, great work and for braving the cold and rain too
Another great video Martin keep it up.
Just found your channel.very good to watch.
The part of salford where you found the tram lines and said about the landslide, the actual place we used to call the lanny , short for the landslide. We used to play there as kids.
we lived at 325 great clowes street
Absolutely stunning....loving the "trivia!"
I love the industrial heritage , the dank , gloomy , and gritty past
Well done. Loved the bridge.
Really good Martin great watch
Wow! Another great video. That well is amazing. Keep up the great work Martin.
Thank for that Martin and the gang. Really enjoyed that. Happy new year to you all. 🙂
I got actual chills when you showed and touched the Roman footings!!! I love this video! Thank you so much! This has been a late Christmas gift for sure. You have made my day. 😊
Really enjoy these.....thanks martin. 😊🐶🐶🐶
Fascinating, thank you
Fantastic, especially Blackford Bridge & the old Rd. Thanks for covering this Martin 👍
This sort of stuff is brilliant. Places you just walk by, literally under your feet, without knowing. Keep 'em coming! Love it.
great production Martin, really like these short snippets of Manchester history.👍👍
Great double act Martin & James marvelous film
Brilliant Martin. Thank you. You tell the stories so well. Keep up the good work. 👍
Keep these up Martin, five times as much history in one hit, superb👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Martin , I'm so enjoying your presentations here, what a fascinating subject too, your delight and enthusiasm are an inspiration . Thank you .
Really enjoyed this one. So interesting, absolutely love the old photo comparisons. Great work Martin.
Brilliant video Martin, how interesting Thankyou x
Thankyou! Fantastic as ever!
Martin, thank you for a superb post, this is what you excell at, hope you are able to find a other 5 historical trivia items.
The metallic box next to the tramtrack are the box to shift the track i two directions. The tramdriver had a long stick with a "key" that fitted into the hole. When turning it he could make the track shift from side to side...
Another fine history on your doorstep video,well done Martin and James.
Fantastic video martin and James...loved the part about the well...its amazing what I have learnt about our beautiful city since discovering your channel well done again and a very happy new year to you both xxx
Great video martin,carrying on the excellent content from last year into 2022.love it 👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Brilliant as usual. Thanks martin and james
Thanks Simon