Portland Basin MuseumAward-Winning Interactive Reconstructions
Portland Place
Ashton-Under-Lyne,
OL7 0QA
Neighborhood: Outside the city
Nearest Train: Ashton BRPhone: +44 161 343 2878
Fax: +44 161 343 2869
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Located in the recently rebuilt Ashton canal warehouse (originally built in 1834), this award-winning museum looks at history through local industry, crafts, lifestyles and trade over the ages. There are various interactive displays including a fascinating reconstruction of a 1920s street with shops, school, chapel and an operating room. The site also provides a conference center, gift shop, small cafe, well-maintained picnic spots, guided tours and a heritage trail.NYC Best Hotel Deals: 50% Savings In New York! Experience New York At It's Finest!JustClickLocal.comdisabled access.
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