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Pocket watch offers a glimpse of bygone time

Pocket watch offers a glimpse of bygone time

A pocket watch that was given to a mill worker for his dedicated service has been returned to Quarry Bank after more than a century. The watch –…
The House of Fairy Tales bring a touch of magic to Quarry Bank

The House of Fairy Tales bring a touch of magic to Quarry Bank

Families will be able to enjoy an adventure of intergalactic proportions at Quarry Bank this summer. The House of Fairy Tales, a nationally-renowned children's…
School friends reunited after 70 years

School friends reunited after 70 years

Old school friends were reunited after 70 years for an exhibition that will tell the story of Quarry Bank's unique gardens. Maurice Earlam and Cyril Bradley,…
Parliament gifts commemorative banner to Quarry Bank

Parliament gifts commemorative banner to Quarry Bank

In celebration of 800 years of Magna Carta, Parliament commissioned nine artists to produce 18 large-scale banners for Westminster Hall celebrating key…
Historic discovery amongst the ashes at Quarry Bank

Historic discovery amongst the ashes at Quarry Bank

Archaeologists have unearthed a mystery at Quarry Bank that dates back more than a century. As the team working on the Upper Gardens restoration project…
Historian looks to inspire future generations at Quarry Bank

Historian looks to inspire future generations at Quarry Bank

A historian is hoping to inspire new ways of telling the stories of people who lived and worked at Quarry Bank. Hannah Barker, Professor of British History…
Waters proves a good neighbour to Quarry Bank

Waters proves a good neighbour to Quarry Bank

A company at the forefront of science innovation has invested in a project that will bring industrial achievements of the past back to life. Waters Corporation…
Quarry Bank project secures £3.9m from Heritage Lottery Fund

Quarry Bank project secures £3.9m from Heritage Lottery Fund

The National Trust is to receive £3.9m in grant funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) towards a major project at Quarry Bank Mill and Styal…
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Quarry Bank sets the scene for Channel 4 costume drama

Quarry Bank sets the scene for Channel 4 costume drama

A local historic landmarks has provided the stories and setting for a new Channel 4 costume drama. The Mill (working title) has been filmed at Quarry…
£1.4 million appeal to help restore Quarry Bank

£1.4 million appeal to help restore Quarry Bank

A £1.4million fundraising appeal has been launched to complete the restoration of Quarry Bank Mill. The Mill, which is cared for by the National…
Victorian Christmas at the Mill

Victorian Christmas at the Mill

The clock is going back to Victorian times at Quarry Bank Mill this Christmas on two weekends in December. Chat to characters from Quarry Bank's Victorian…
Celebrating the apple at Quarry Bank Mill

Celebrating the apple at Quarry Bank Mill

Apples will be high on the edible agenda at Quarry Bank Mill's Autumn Fair on 1st and 2nd October. As autumn makes its presence felt, Dot Wilson, head…
Breaking new ground at Quarry Bank

Breaking new ground at Quarry Bank

A fascinating exhibition exploring the history of the Upper Garden at Quarry Bank Mill will open this weekend. The exhibition 'Breaking New Ground' will…
Explore Quarry Bank for free

Explore Quarry Bank for free

You can explore Quarry Bank Mill for free on Saturday as part of Heritage Open Days. At Quarry Bank visitors can step back in time in the Victorian Apprentice…
Feel the force at Quarry Bank Mill

Feel the force at Quarry Bank Mill

Quarry Bank Mill have put together a month of holiday activities enabling visitors to get to know how Europe's most powerful water wheel works and see…
Quarry Bank to stage first outdoor production

Quarry Bank to stage first outdoor production

The elegant surroundings of the Quarry Bank Garden will be the setting for an outdoor theatre performance of Jane Austen's classic tale, 'Pride and Prejudice'.…
Join the melons' dig at Quarry Bank Mill

Join the melons' dig at Quarry Bank Mill

An archaeological dig at Quarry Bank Mill aims to reveal and record the remains of a building which has long since been demolished. The Upper Garden at…