Warrington is a twentieth-century New Town with a history stretching
back to prehistoric times. Behind the present-day streetscape of a
thriving Cheshire economic centre lie the ghosts of its Lancashire past.
'Secret Warrington' reveals the often forgotten fascinating stories of
the famous, infamous and ordinary characters who have shaped its past
and trodden the national or even international stage. Rediscover lost
landmarks and the hidden history beneath the modern townscape. Explore
Warrington's urban myths and delve into forgotten scandals swept under
the carpet of time. A companion to the 'A-Z of Warrington' book this
fascinating volume combines in-depth stories with quirky facts to
capture your imagination and features many previously unpublished images
and documents from the archives and collections of Warrington's historic
museum. Local historian Janice Hayes and Warrington's Archives Officer
Philip Jeffs provide the keys to help history detectives unlock the
town's secret past and become guardians of its future heritage.
Well-illustrated throughout, this engaging and informative book will
appeal to residents and all those with links to the town.
