by Wilmslow Town Council
Wilmslow Town Council is inviting residents to attend a ceremony celebrating the installation of six new heritage boards in Wilmslow town centre on Thursday 23rd July at 11am, outside Wilmslow Library.
The new boards, funded and installed by Wilmslow Town Council, celebrate Wilmslow’s rich heritage through the stories of notable people, places and events, while uncovering some of the town’s lesser-known history.
Research and content have been provided by Wilmslow Historical Society, Transition Wilmslow, Wilmslow Civic Trust and the Romany Society.
The boards feature famous Wilmslow figures including Alan Turing, Lindow Man (Pete) and George Bramwell Evens (Romany), alongside stories of notable Wilmslow women, the history of Bank Square and life in the town during the Second World War.
The heritage boards can be found at:
- George Bramwell Evens (Romany): Romany Gardens, next to Wilmslow Library
- Lindow Pete: Romany Gardens, next to Wilmslow Library
- Alan Turing: Outside Wilmslow Library
- Notable Wilmslow Women: Alderley Road, near Rectory Gardens/Browns
- Bank Square History: Sparrow Park, Bank Square
- Wilmslow in World War Two: Mill Street, beside the Remembrance Garden
- Arthur Walpole: Junction of Walpole Way / Parkway (installed in 2024)
Residents are warmly invited to attend the ceremony and discover more about the stories behind the new boards.
Wilmslow Town Mayor, Councillor Sally Harrison, said, “These heritage boards are a wonderful way to celebrate Wilmslow’s rich history and the people who have shaped our town.
“My thanks go to our partner organisations for their research and expertise.
“I hope residents and visitors alike will enjoy exploring the boards and discovering more about Wilmslow’s fascinating past. We look forward to welcoming residents to the unveiling ceremony.”
The project builds on the successful installation of the Arthur Walpole heritage board in 2024 and complements the Town Council’s recent heritage restoration projects at Fulshaw Cross and Boddingtons Arch in The Carrs.
Those with ideas for future heritage boards are encouraged to contact Wilmslow Town Council.
