We are grateful to have met last week with Tameside Council executives, ward councillors, and a representative from Angela Rayner MP’s office to discuss the future of the Park Bridge Heritage Centre. The meeting marked a positive first step towards safeguarding and securing the future of this priceless site for generations to come.
2026 will mark 240 years since the Park Bridge Iron Works first opened, a remarkable milestone in our local and national story. By working together, and with the support of external funding and grants, we hope to celebrate that anniversary with the Heritage Centre reopened as a vibrant space for community use.
Our vision is for the Park Bridge Heritage Centre to act as a catalyst – championing the community, heritage, and environment. With the Centre at its heart, we believe Park Bridge can once again be a place of pride, engagement, and education.
We look forward to working closely with Tameside Council as we develop a detailed business plan and external funding strategy to ensure this magnificent piece of national heritage is preserved and celebrated. To keep this important project on track, we have proposed the creation of a joint working group between the Park Bridge Residents’ Action Group & Fund and the Council, ensuring strong collaboration and shared progress at every stage.
We will continue to share updates with residents and supporters as this project develops, and details of how people can get involved and help will be available soon via our website: www.parkbridgeaction.co.uk
Please find below the meeting notes and materials that were shared with attendees, including an introduction to the Park Bridge Residents’ Action Group & Fund, and an example of a management plan for Park Bridge 2026 and beyond.