Twenty years ago the IRA chose to blow up Manchester city centre. It was a Saturday in mid-June, the European Championships were on in England, not France, and it was Father’s Day the next day, like now. Much of the area around the Arndale Centre was destroyed. Manchester, home of a huge Irish population, remained in shock for years. But why was the city targeted and why has no one been apprehended for causing this devastation? Oh, and if you think the post-box at the bomb site is the one that survived the blast, you need to come on our walk!
* Meet outside Selfridges on Exchange Square for an 11.15am start.
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“SUE was fabulous – professional, friendly and entertaining. She made the Town Hall come to life and her knowledge was endless.”
“Today was fantastic!!! STEVE was the perfect guide, so knowledgable!”
“The tour was entitled Formidable Women of Manchester led by the also formidable JOHN ALKER who truly brought the subject to life…”
“Our tour was led by the brilliant ED GLINERT who managed to re-enforce our love and pride in Manchester.”

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The big opening of HOME, the city’s exciting new cultural centre, home now to Cornerhouse and the Library Theatre, saw us launch our new Manchester music tour…
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Northern Powerhouse, the Manchester Factory, Cornerhouse’s new HOME: these are exciting times to be in Manchester, and what better way to find out more than to join us on a tailor-made walk…
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