From Marple Aqueduct to Mellor Mill and Marple Lime Kilns, we’re fascinated by our past and excited about our future. There’s lots to do in Mellor & Marple — choose a location…
Samuel Oldknow: the man who built an empire. How did a draper’s apprentice become the biggest muslin maker in Britain?
Whether it's the incredible aqueduct, the fascinating lime kilns or the impressive Mellor Mill excavations, there's something for everyone to see.
We have developed a schools programme that offers opportunities to deliver maths, english, geography and science, as well as local history.
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