"Revealing Oldknow's Legacy" HLF application

British Waterways and Mellor Archaeological Trust have worked together to submit a joint bid to the Heritage Lottery Fund for 1.3 million pounds. The project concentrates on Mellor Mill Site at the Roman Lakes and the Peak Forest Canal running through Marple. This exciting project is strongly supported by Marple Civic Society and The Vision for Marple.

Read more in our June newsletter here

Lime Kilns - Peak Forest Canal






Marple Aqueduct - Peak Forest Canal

Wheel Pit at the site of Mellor Mill at the Roman Lakes

Newsletter June 2012

There's lots going on in Marple at the moment, read all about it in our June 2012 Newsletter here  

Civic Day "Questiontime" 26th June 2012

Tuesday evening saw the Civic Society's "Questiontime" open forum evening, held at Marple Evangelical Church on the theme "what do you want for Marple?"  The event formed part of the Society's contribution to National Civic Day/Week.  

A panel comprising Gillian Postill (Chair of Marple Civic Society), Mick McPhee (Chair of Marple Business Forum), David Hoyle (Chair of Marple in Action) and Andrew Bispham (Councillor, Marple North) answered questions from an audience of over 40 members and friends.  The debate was chaired by David Ackroyd, past chair of Marple Civic Society.  
Much of the questioning and comments centred on the proposals for supermarkets on Hibbert Lane and Chadwick Street car park with most of those present voicing strong opposition to the former proposal.
Another matter of concern was the deteriorating state of the British Waterways site at Marple Wharf and their apparent unwillingness to take steps to tidy up the site whilst its future is being decided.      
The evening was concluded with refreshments and the opportunity for informal discussions with panel members.

Civic Day 2012 - Civicwatch Survey

In spite of the dreadful weather Saturday saw 14 Civic Society members out on the streets of Marple taking part in the Civic Voice Civicwatch survey. 
14 members conducted 341 interviews from residents who answered the 3 Civicwatch questions:    Are you proud of where you live?
                                       Do you feel part of your local community?
                                       Do you feel as though your voice is listened to?
Responses will now be analysed and the results published in local and national media - and, of course, here on our website.  

Don't forget our next Civic day event on Tuesday 23rd June when we are holding a "Question Time" evening at Marple Evangelical Church on Queen Street, Marple starting at 7-30pm.
Representative from Marple Civic Society, Marple Business Forum, Marple in Action plus a local councillor will answer questions on "What do we want for Marple" .  

Removal of the 1875 footbridge at Marple Station

The 1875 footbridge was removed last Sunday 17th June 2012 following the installation of a new bridge to allow access to the Manchester bound platform for disabled people.
Network Rail have delivered the old bridge to Peak Rail at Rowsley where it will be restored and a plaque attached acknowledging where it came from.

Removal of the 1875 footbridge from Marple Station

More pictures here.  Many thanks to Arthur Procter for the photos.

Installation of the Connect2 Bridge at Chadkirk

The Connect2 bridleway and footpath bridge over the river Goyt and Chadkirk was installed on 20th June 2012 after the two halves were welded together and painted on site.

Connect2 Bridge being lowered into position over the River Goyt at Chadkirk

More pictures here.  Many thanks to Arthur Procter for the photos.