Introduction
The Firs had a house in grounds with parkland to the east of Whitworth Lane surrounded by open fields. The house survives, and the grounds are now part of Manchester University Athletic Grounds.
- History
Period
- Post Medieval (1540 to 1901)
- Victorian (1837-1901)
- Key Information
Type
Park
Purpose
Recreational/sport
Principal Building
Domestic / Residential
Period
Post Medieval (1540 to 1901)
Survival
Lost
Hectares
16
- References
References
- University of Manchester and University of York, {A Survey of Historic Parks and Gardens in Greater Manchester}, York, 1994 A Survey of Historic Parks and Gardens in Greater Manchester
Contributors
Lancashire Gardens Trust
Greater Manchester Archaeological Unit