Manchester Histories Festival - 24 February - 4 March 2012

Germanchester

A guided tour

It is a little known fact that until World War I, the German “influence in Manchester was stronger in Manchester than in any other European city”. Germans working in all fields were drawn to Manchester to experience life in the original modern city, many made it their home and left a lasting legacy.

As we explore the lives of a writer, musician, doctor, sportsman, Civil War mercenary, political theorist, banker, cultural catalyst and others, we will ask “what have the Germans ever done for us?” (apart from bring us the Christmas markets!)

The tour is lead by Emma Fox of Manchester Guided Tours.

Tour starting point: Manchester Town Hall front steps, Albert Square, M2 5DB

Dates

Wed 29 Feb 2012 11am - 12.30pm

Price

£7 (£6 concessions)

Tickets

Tickets
Book online here
Phone
0843 208 0500

More information

Phone
07500 774 200
Email
emma@showmemanchester...
Website
Click here

Suitable for

18+

Event type

Walking tours

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