The Secrets of Whalley Range & Alexandra Park: crazy suburban tales
10.30am Saturday 14 March 2026
£20
This is part of the Surprising Manchester series.
The fascinating and stirring story of the creation of a planned posh suburb, the changes over time, its relationship with Alexandra Park, it mighty buildings, its churches and its people.
There are tales of bravery and of farce, there are laughs and there is drama. There is music of course, and stories of lost aquariums, pleasure gardens and mighty mansions.
If you live in the area or are looking for a tour that's a bit different and focuses on an area outside the city centre, then this tour will not disappoint.
Meet: the north-eastern gates of Alexandra Park at the junction of Claremont Road and Smalldale Avenue. Finish: close to the Hilary Step bar on Upper Chorlton Road.
Tickets:
£20 adults
Under 12s free
Duration: most tours last between ninety minutes and two hours
Fully accessible
Totally fascinating
The fascinating and stirring story of the creation of a planned posh suburb, the changes over time, its relationship with Alexandra Park, it mighty buildings, its churches and its people.
There are tales of bravery and of farce, there are laughs and there is drama. There is music of course, and stories of lost aquariums, pleasure gardens and mighty mansions.
If you live in the area or are looking for a tour that's a bit different and focuses on an area outside the city centre, then this tour will not disappoint.
Meet: the north-eastern gates of Alexandra Park at the junction of Claremont Road and Smalldale Avenue. Finish: close to the Hilary Step bar on Upper Chorlton Road.
Tickets:
£20 adults
Under 12s free
Duration: most tours last between ninety minutes and two hours
Fully accessible
Totally fascinating