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Broughton, Salford history

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Early history

Some neolithic implements and other pre-Roman remains have been found in Broughton. Roman road from Manchester to Ribchester passed through the area and Roman coins have also been found. The township dates back to 1177 when it was known as Burton, bounded mainly by the River Irwell.

Lower Broughton in the 17th century

In the 17th century Broughton was still regarded as a member or hamlet of Salford. The area around what is now called The Priory was a picturesque hamlet with a spring. This was home to the amateur astronomer and mathematician William Crabtree. Crabtree’s friend and correspondent Jeremiah Horrocks had correctly predicted the 1639 transit of Venus across the Sun.

Clowes family become the landowners; early 19th century

In 1772 the Manor of Broughton became the property of Mary, sister of Edward Cheetham of Nuthurst and Smedley who was married to Samuel Clowes. In 1838 Manchester Zoological Gardens were opened on a site between Northumberland Street and Broom Lane but the venture was not a commercial success. By the mid-19th century the majority of residents who lived in the area known as “the Cliff” were members of the professional classes.

Broughton incorporated into Salford

In 1844 the township of Broughton-cum-Kersal was incorporated into the Salford Borough, despite opposition from some of the more wealthy residents. During the course of development the Clowes family kept tight control over the area to ensure that it remained “good class” During the 20th century many of the large houses were divided up and rented out as flats.

Regeneration

Lower Broughton is around one mile (1.6 km) from Manchester city centre. New gardens were introduced to make the area look neater and more consistent. Brentnall Primary School, on the site of Bella Vista, was demolished as part of this scheme.

  

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