Travel and tourism services in Higher Blackley Ward, Manchester

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Alconbury Flashes
Alconbury Walk
Heaton Hall
Designed in 1772 for Sir Thomas Egerton by architect James Wyatt. the Hall contains a collection of furniture, paintings and musical instruments. It is open to the public from April to October.
Old Stone Sculpture
Presented by Robert Barnes Esquire in 1859
Pope John Paul II (31st May 1982) (christian)
The Temple
James Wyatt designed the Temple as an interesting eye-catching feature. It may have been used by Sir Thomas Egerton as an observatory.
Western Pleasure Grounds - Heaton Park
In the 1800"s this was an area with flower gardens, ponds and two summerhouses where the family could find peace and quiet. It has now been restored to its 18th century appearance.
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Tram Museum - no fee
This is where passengers would have waited for a tram home after a day in the park. The service ram from 1905 to 1933. The building i snow a Transport Museum and depot for the restored working trams that operate during the summer months.
Opening hours: Jun-Aug Su,PH 12:00-17:00; Dec-Feb Su,PH 12:00-16:00

Colonnade from Manchester Town Hall
Originally built at the front of the Old Town Hall in King Street in 1824, the Town Hall Colonnade was moved here in 1912.
Heaton Park Colonnade
Lake Viewpoint
The Temple

Heaton Park Animal Centre
The Animal Centre stands on the site of the 19th century glasshouse range that was demolished in the late 20th century. Animals and birds are on display here all year round.
Opening hours: Mo-Su 10:00-16:00