Museum of the Manchester Regiment
Museum of the Manchester Regiment
The Town Hall
Ashton-under-Lyne
Greater Manchester
OL6 6DL
England
Website
Museum of the Manchester Regiment Webpages
www.tameside.gov.uk/museumsgalleries/mom
Museum Curator
Telephone
Museum Curator
0161 342 2254
Regimental Archives
0161 342 4242
Why not visit the Museum of the Manchester Regiment in Ashton-under-Lyne's impressive Victorian town hall. The museum is in easy walking distance of both the bus and railway stations and there is ample public parking in the town centre also.
If you are a wheelchair user or have a buggy there is access to all the museums's galleries by use of a lift from the ground floor where there are also baby changing facilities. The museum also has a small shop from where you can buy a souvenir. The museum does not have a cafe there are many places to find refreshments near to the museum.
There are lots of activities in the museum for you and your family and friends to try as well as thousands of objects that reflect the experiences of Manchester Regiment soldiers through the ages for you to look at and enjoy.
Please be aware that the curator works at many sites and may not be available at the Museum if you visit without an appointment to speak with him.
Venue Type:
Museum
The Museum tells the story of generations of
soldiers, from the raising of the Regiment in
1756 through to Regimental life today.
The Museum's Ladysmith Gallery (re-developed in
2002) tells our story chronologically, covering
major actions such as the American War of
Independence, New-Zealand, the Crimea, South
Africa, both World Wars and the Malayan
Emergency. The Gallery also houses over 2000
medals including 6 Victoria Cross Groups as well
as a reconstruction of a First World War
trench.
The Forshaw Gallery (Re-developed in
2006) covers themed aspects of our story
including recreation, daily routine, the soldier
as collector, regimental insignia, regimental
dress, Mess Life and some of our Regimental
Treasures. The Gallery also includes a
reconstruction of a 1950' Barrack Room from Ladysmith
Barracks and original Army Jeep as well as many
family-friendly interactives that bring our
story to life for the whole family.
The Special Exhibition space changes every 6
months. This space highlights a lesser-known
aspect of our story and gives repeat
visitors something new to see each time they
visit.
The Regimental Archives are deposited
with Tameside Local Studies and Archives Centre,
Just 10 minutes walk from the Museum. Here they
are publically accessible, without charge, 6
days a week. For more information please
contact the Archive Centre directly on 0161 342
4242.
Collection details
Costume and Textiles, Design, Coins and Medals, Decorative and Applied Art, Film and Media, Social History, Weapons and War, Sport
Key artists and exhibits
- The Museum houses an extensive collection of medals including 6 VC groups
- 42 display cases of souvenirs, equipment, sporting memorabilia and other items of regimental significance
- A full-scale 1950's army barrack room
- A full-scale First World War Trench Experience
- A full-scale Second World War mortar team in action
The Home Guard
During the Second World War, 1.5 million men aged 17 to 65 served in the Home Guard’s ranks. They were ineligible for military service, largely for being too young or too old, and they guarded coastal areas and other important sites such as airfields, factories and explosives stores.
It is the Home Guard units cap-badged to the Manchester Regiment who provide the theme for the next free exhibition at the award-winning Museum of the Manchester Regiment, at Ashton-under-Lyne Town Hall.
The museum tells their story through photographs – many on public display for the first time – and the objects they left behind. It is interested in hearing from anyone who served with the Manchester Regiment and especially if they have memories of their service days in the Home Guard or recollections of a close family member’s involvement.
Suitable for
- Any age
Admission
Free
Website
http://whatson.tameside.gov.uk/Event/Recurrence/4687?DateText=11-Jul-2013
Stitch in Time
Whether you are new to sewing or an expert stitcher, this group is for everyone to come along to, learn new skills and most of all have fun!
The group is free to attend and is an opportunity for inspiration, relaxation and a chance to meet new people.
The group meets at The Museum of the Manchester Regiment in Ashton Town Hall every 2nd and 4th Thursday every month in the morning from 10am - 1pm. Come along for the whole session or just drop in. It's free!
There is no cost for attending 'Stitch in Time'. Bring along your own project or use our materials, we will help you get started or if you get stuck. Refreshments are provided.
A Special exhibition in the Museum of the Manchester Regiment "Stitch in Time": An exhibition of community needlework (30 June to 17 December 2011) was the groups first project.
For more information on 'Stitch in Time' please contact Barbara Latham 0161 343 2878.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
10am-1pm
Website
Stitch in Time
Whether you are new to sewing or an expert stitcher, this group is for everyone to come along to, learn new skills and most of all have fun!
The group is free to attend and is an opportunity for inspiration, relaxation and a chance to meet new people.
The group meets at The Museum of the Manchester Regiment in Ashton Town Hall every 2nd and 4th Thursday every month in the morning from 10am - 1pm. Come along for the whole session or just drop in. It's free!
There is no cost for attending 'Stitch in Time'. Bring along your own project or use our materials, we will help you get started or if you get stuck. Refreshments are provided.
A Special exhibition in the Museum of the Manchester Regiment "Stitch in Time": An exhibition of community needlework (30 June to 17 December 2011) was the groups first project.
For more information on 'Stitch in Time' please contact Barbara Latham 0161 343 2878.
Suitable for
- Any age
Website
Stitch in Time
Whether you are new to sewing or an expert stitcher, this group is for everyone to come along to, learn new skills and most of all have fun!
The group is free to attend and is an opportunity for inspiration, relaxation and a chance to meet new people.
The group meets at The Museum of the Manchester Regiment in Ashton Town Hall every 2nd and 4th Thursday every month in the morning from 10am - 1pm. Come along for the whole session or just drop in. It's free!
There is no cost for attending 'Stitch in Time'. Bring along your own project or use our materials, we will help you get started or if you get stuck. Refreshments are provided.
A Special exhibition in the Museum of the Manchester Regiment "Stitch in Time": An exhibition of community needlework (30 June to 17 December 2011) was the groups first project.
For more information on 'Stitch in Time' please contact Barbara Latham 0161 343 2878.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
10am-1pm
Website
Stitch in Time
Whether you are new to sewing or an expert stitcher, this group is for everyone to come along to, learn new skills and most of all have fun!
The group is free to attend and is an opportunity for inspiration, relaxation and a chance to meet new people.
The group meets at The Museum of the Manchester Regiment in Ashton Town Hall every 2nd and 4th Thursday every month in the morning from 10am - 1pm. Come along for the whole session or just drop in. It's free!
There is no cost for attending 'Stitch in Time'. Bring along your own project or use our materials, we will help you get started or if you get stuck. Refreshments are provided.
A Special exhibition in the Museum of the Manchester Regiment "Stitch in Time": An exhibition of community needlework (30 June to 17 December 2011) was the groups first project.
For more information on 'Stitch in Time' please contact Barbara Latham 0161 343 2878.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
10am-1pm
Website
I Shall Not Find His Equal: The Life and Times of Brigadier-General Noel Lee
This is the story of a civilian soldier that worked in Manchester, at the family firm of ‘Tootal Broadhurst Lee’ and became the first Territorial soldier to hold the rank of Brigadier.
Speaker: Mr Niall Cherry.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
7-8:30pm
Website
http://www.tameside.gov.uk/museumsgalleries/mom/eveninglectures
Stitch in Time
Whether you are new to sewing or an expert stitcher, this group is for everyone to come along to, learn new skills and most of all have fun!
The group is free to attend and is an opportunity for inspiration, relaxation and a chance to meet new people.
The group meets at The Museum of the Manchester Regiment in Ashton Town Hall every 2nd and 4th Thursday every month in the morning from 10am - 1pm. Come along for the whole session or just drop in. It's free!
There is no cost for attending 'Stitch in Time'. Bring along your own project or use our materials, we will help you get started or if you get stuck. Refreshments are provided.
A Special exhibition in the Museum of the Manchester Regiment "Stitch in Time": An exhibition of community needlework (30 June to 17 December 2011) was the groups first project.
For more information on 'Stitch in Time' please contact Barbara Latham 0161 343 2878.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
10am-1pm
Website
Stitch in Time
Whether you are new to sewing or an expert stitcher, this group is for everyone to come along to, learn new skills and most of all have fun!
The group is free to attend and is an opportunity for inspiration, relaxation and a chance to meet new people.
The group meets at The Museum of the Manchester Regiment in Ashton Town Hall every 2nd and 4th Thursday every month in the morning from 10am - 1pm. Come along for the whole session or just drop in. It's free!
There is no cost for attending 'Stitch in Time'. Bring along your own project or use our materials, we will help you get started or if you get stuck. Refreshments are provided.
A Special exhibition in the Museum of the Manchester Regiment "Stitch in Time": An exhibition of community needlework (30 June to 17 December 2011) was the groups first project.
For more information on 'Stitch in Time' please contact Barbara Latham 0161 343 2878.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
10am-1pm
Website
Stitch in Time
Whether you are new to sewing or an expert stitcher, this group is for everyone to come along to, learn new skills and most of all have fun!
The group is free to attend and is an opportunity for inspiration, relaxation and a chance to meet new people.
The group meets at The Museum of the Manchester Regiment in Ashton Town Hall every 2nd and 4th Thursday every month in the morning from 10am - 1pm. Come along for the whole session or just drop in. It's free!
There is no cost for attending 'Stitch in Time'. Bring along your own project or use our materials, we will help you get started or if you get stuck. Refreshments are provided.
A Special exhibition in the Museum of the Manchester Regiment "Stitch in Time": An exhibition of community needlework (30 June to 17 December 2011) was the groups first project.
For more information on 'Stitch in Time' please contact Barbara Latham 0161 343 2878.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
10am-1pm
Website
Stitch in Time
Whether you are new to sewing or an expert stitcher, this group is for everyone to come along to, learn new skills and most of all have fun!
The group is free to attend and is an opportunity for inspiration, relaxation and a chance to meet new people.
The group meets at The Museum of the Manchester Regiment in Ashton Town Hall every 2nd and 4th Thursday every month in the morning from 10am - 1pm. Come along for the whole session or just drop in. It's free!
There is no cost for attending 'Stitch in Time'. Bring along your own project or use our materials, we will help you get started or if you get stuck. Refreshments are provided.
A Special exhibition in the Museum of the Manchester Regiment "Stitch in Time": An exhibition of community needlework (30 June to 17 December 2011) was the groups first project.
For more information on 'Stitch in Time' please contact Barbara Latham 0161 343 2878.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
10am-1pm
Website
Meet Tommy Atkins: First World War Soldier
Are you interested in the First World War?
Have you ever wondered what a soldier wore, what he ate, how he lived, fought and died in the 'Great War for Civilisation'?
Meet Tommy at The Museum of the Manchester Regiment in Ashton Town Hall on Wednesdays during school holidays from 11am - 3pm.
Come along for the whole session or just drop in. It's free!
Wednesday 20 February 2013 at 11am - 3pm
Wednesday 3 April 2013 at 11am - 3pm
Wednesday 10 April 2013 at 11am - 3pm
Wednesday 29 May 2013 at 11am - 3pm
Wednesday 5 June 2013 at 11am - 3pm
Wednesday 31 July 2013 at 11am - 3pm
Wednesday 7 August 2013 at 11am - 3pm
Wednesday 14 August 2013 at 11am - 3pm
Wednesday 21 August 2013 at 11am - 3pm
Wednesday 28 August 2013 at 11am - 3pm
Wednesday 30 October 2013 at 11am - 3pm
Suitable for
- Any age
Admission
Free. drop in.
Website
The Early Manchester’s: 1758-1882
Next year marks the centenary of the start of the First World War. Why not come along to this interactive talk and learn a little more about where, why and how the
Regiment’s story first began, over 250 years ago.
Speaker: Mr Bob Barltrop.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
7-8:30pm
Admission
Free.
Website
http://www.tameside.gov.uk/museumsgalleries/mom/eveninglectures
Museum of the Manchester Regiment - Bootsy's Trail
http://www.tameside.gov.uk/museumsgalleries/mom/bootsysmuseumtrail
Visit the Museum and journey with Bootsy on his travels around with world with the Manchester Regiment. From the Forrests of North America through the snowy landscape of Iceland and on to the Muddy fields of France and through to the jungles of the Far East.
Creator
- Museum of the Manchester Regiment
Publisher
- Tameside Museums and Galleries Service
How to obtain
During visit or on-line
Brasso, Blanco and Bull: National Service (Army) 1950's Style
This facilitated session (1-2 hours long) led by our costumed living history expert “Corporal Cook” brings this period of history back to life. This hands-on session gives participants a flavour of army national service during the 1950’s, from being “Called-Up”, through “The Medical” and “Basic Training”. Participants get a chance to handle period objects and try on period uniform and equipment. This dynamic session also enables participants to meet with a local Manchester Regiment National Service Veteran. This opportunity for intergenerational discussion is stimulated by an activity making a “Basha” or tent by participants, led by the veteran – developing communication skills and team working abilities among participants in the process. This session can be offered either during a pre-booked visit to the Museum or in school.
Creator
- Museum of the Manchester Regiment
Publisher
- Museum of the Manchester Regiment
How to obtain
For an informal chat please call the Curator of the Museum of the Manchester Regiment (0161 342 2254)
First World War - Facilitated Education Session
This session enables groups to work with our First World War costumed living-history expert, 'Tommy Atkins'. Through artefacts, presentations and activities the trials and tribulations of the First World War soldier are brought back to life. This session can be offerd either during a pre-booked visit to the Museum or in school.
Creator
- Museum of the Manchester Regiment
How to obtain
Call the Curator of the Museum of the Manchester Regiment for more information (0161 342 2254)
Meet the Curator - Talks in the Community
http://www.tameside.gov.uk/museumsgalleries/mom/eveninglectures
Are you looking for a speaker? If so, why not contact the Curator of the Museum of the Manchester Regiment and have a chat about the talks that he can deliver out in the Community to your group.
Creator
- Museum of the Manchester Regiment
Publisher
- Museum of the Manchester Regiment
How to obtain
Call the Curator of the Museum of the Manchester Regiment for more information (0161 342 2254)
Museum of the Manchester Regiment Loan Boxes
http://www.tameside.gov.uk/museumsgalleries/loan
Each box is packed with objects, information, case studies and activities that link to the key stages within the National Curriculum. The topics are: The First World War, Remembrance, Soldiers' Souvenirs and 1950's Army National Service
Creator
- Museum of the Manchester Regiment
Publisher
- Museum of the Manchester Regiment
How to obtain
Contact the Curator of the Museum of the Manchester Regiment for an informal chat (0161 342 2254)
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