Didsbury Collection

Darley Avenue, West Didsbury, Manchester, Lancashire, England. Date: 1920s

Stennar Lane, Didsbury, Manchester, Withington, Lancashire, England. Date: 1927

Wilmslow Road, Didsbury, Manchester, Lancashire, England. Date: 1950s

Manchester M20 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Manchester M20 6

Didsbury Road, Heaton Mersey early 1900's

Heaton Mersey Didsbury Road early 1900s

Didsbury Wilmslow Road early 1900s

Wilmslow Road, Didsbury early 1900's

Didsbury early 1900's

Didsbury Railway Station Victorian period

Railway Station, Didsbury early 1900's

Fred Perry (left) former Wimbledon champion talking with Stan Matthews Junior who is Junior British Champion during a tennis tournament at Didsbury, Manchester Picture taken 7th June 1961

1991 Manchester Open held at Northern Lawn Tennis Club - Mens Singles. Pete Sampras in action. June 1991

Holidaymakers enjoying the hot weather over the Whitsun Bank Holiday at the Galleon Pool, Didsbury, Greater Manchester. June 1960 M4255-001

Group of nurses with doctors at Didsbury
Group of nine nurses, matron and two doctors outside in front of an ivy covered wall. Matron sits at centre, with doctors on either side

Barnes Home, Heaton Mersey
An aerial view of the Barnes Home - an Industrial School for Boys on Didsbury Road, Heaton Mersey, Cheshire. Its construction was financed by Manchester cotton baron Robert Barnes. Date: 1930s

Nell Lane Hospital, Manchester
Aerial view of Nell Lane Hospital, Withington, Manchester, opened in 1855 as Chorlton Union workhouse. The cross shaped block (left of centre) was the main workhouse building

Nell Lane Hospital and Institution, Manchester
Aerial view of Nell Lane Hospital at Didsbury, near Withington, Manchester, opened in 1855 as Chorlton Union workhouse. The cross shaped block (above centre) was the main workhouse building

Grandiose Suburban House
The grandiose home of a prosperous industrialist - The Towers, Didsbury, near Manchester, residence of Mr Adamson, engineer of the Manchester Ship Canal Date: 1885

Chorlton Hospital, Manchester
Entrance to Chorlton Hospital, part of the large complex of buildings on Nell Lane, Withington - originally the Chorlton Union workhouse

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"Didsbury: A Glimpse into the Past" Step back in time to the early 1900s, where Didsbury Road in Heaton Mersey was bustling with life. The quaint streets were filled with horse-drawn carriages and locals going about their daily routines. Heaton Mersey Didsbury Road, another vibrant corner of this era, showcased a charming blend of residential homes and small businesses. The air was filled with the sounds of children playing and neighbors chatting on their doorsteps. Wilmslow Road, a prominent thoroughfare in Didsbury during the early 1900s, served as a lifeline for both residents and visitors alike. Its bustling shops offered everything from fresh produce to fashionable clothing - truly a hub of activity. Transportation played a vital role in connecting communities during this period. The Victorian-era Railway Station in Didsbury stood tall as an emblem of progress, facilitating travel for both leisure and work purposes. Moving forward through time but still capturing the essence of old-world charm, we find ourselves amidst Darley Avenue in West Didsbury during the 1920s. This picturesque street exuded an undeniable sense of community spirit as families strolled along its tree-lined sidewalks. Fast-forwarding to the 1950s brings us back to Wilmslow Road - now an even livelier scene within Manchester's vibrant cityscape. Locals flocked to its shops and cafes while enjoying moments of respite amidst their busy lives. Didsbury itself has always been steeped in history; it is a place that has witnessed countless stories unfold over time. From its humble beginnings to becoming one of Lancashire's most beloved neighborhoods, it continues to evolve while preserving its unique character. So take a walk down memory lane through these snapshots from Didsbury's past - each image revealing fragments of bygone eras that have shaped this remarkable community into what it is today.