Take a closer look

What do you know about the history of your district and its landmark buildings? Have you ever puzzled over where your district or street got its name? What do you know about the history of your house or about the people who lived there?

This on-line exhibition provides an introduction to the history of Warrington and its many districts and provides a starting point to inspire you to go away and find out more about your own area.

Today Warrington is made up of a number of districts, each with its own unique history and character. We will look at how the town has developed, influenced by the area's geography and history and the different communities who have chosen to settle here.

Introduction

History

Districts

Communities

Transport

Housing

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