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1. • Open-air Bury Market and black pudding

     • Bury emerged in the Industrial Revolution as a mill town manufacturing textiles. The town is known for the open-air Bury Market and black pudding, the traditional local dish.
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   What is Bury known for?

   • The town was originally part of the county of Lancashire but has been in the metropolitan county of Greater Manchester since 1974. Bury emerged in the Industrial Revolution as a mill town manufacturing textiles. The town is known for the open-air Bury Market and black pudding, the traditional local dish. Sir Robert Peel was born in the town.

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   Where is Bury based?

   • Join us in exploring the rich history of Bury, a captivating town nestled in northern Greater Manchester. With roots dating back centuries, Bury has witnessed the ebb and flow of civilisations, evolving from a humble settlement to a thriving urban centre.

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   Why should you visit Bury?

   • With roots dating back centuries, Bury has witnessed the ebb and flow of civilisations, evolving from a humble settlement to a thriving urban centre. Through this page, we invite you to embark on a fascinating journey through time, uncover the growth of industries, and the remarkable heritage that has shaped Bury into the vibrant town it is today.

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   Why is Bury called Bury?

   • The name Bury (also earlier known as Buri and Byri) comes from an Old English word, meaning castle, stronghold or fort, an early form of modern English borough (German burg). Bury was formed around the ancient market place but there is evidence of activity dating back to the period of Roman occupation.

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   How did bury grow?

   • The town of Bury and the surrounding area grew at an astonishing rate. In 1791 a company called the Manchester, Bolton and Bury Canal Company was formed, and five years later coal was brought to the town by barges. The canal was used on Sundays and at fair time for very popular passenger trips to Bolton.

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   What was Bury like in ancient times?

   • During ancient times, it is believed that the entire region was predominantly covered by forests, marshes, and moorlands, serving as a habitat for nomadic herdsmen. Bury town centre was formed around the ancient market place, there is evidence of activity dating back to Roman times.

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3. www.greatbritishlife.co.uk › magazines › lancashireWhat the locals really think of Bury | Great British Life

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   Jan 26, 2016 · Black pudding has kept Bury in the news, but it is far from being a one story town. Readers of last month’s Lancashire Life will know that it has also been the temporary home of the world’s most famous steam train, Flying Scotsman, restored at Riley and Son engineers and running on the East Lancashire Railway line.

4. www.newtonscowo.com › the-history-and-heritage-of-buryThe History and Heritage of Bury - The Heart Of Our Town

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   Jul 2, 2024 · Nestled in the heart of Greater Manchester, Bury, Lancashire, is a town rich in history and heritage. Known for its bustling markets, industrial heritage, and cultural landmarks, Bury offers a unique glimpse into England’s storied past.

5. www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk › news › greaterThe thousand-year-old stories behind the names of Bury's towns

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   May 17, 2020 · Bury - A name derived from the Old English word 'burh', meaning fort or stronghold. It was recorded in 1194, according to the Dictionary of British Place Names by A. D. Mills.

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   Join us in exploring the rich history of Bury, a captivating town nestled in northern Greater Manchester. With roots dating back centuries, Bury has witnessed the ebb and flow of civilisations, evolving from a humble settlement to a thriving urban centre.

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7. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Bury,_Greater_ManchesterBury, Greater Manchester - Wikipedia

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   The town is known for the open-air Bury Market and black pudding, the traditional local dish. Sir Robert Peel was born in the town. Peel was a Prime Minister of the United Kingdom who founded the Metropolitan Police and the Conservative Party .

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8. www.bury.gov.uk › tourist-information › bury-a-briefA brief history - Bury Council

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   Bury - A brief history. The name Bury, Buri and Byri comes from the Saxon and means "a stronghold". In ancient times it is thought that the whole area was probably forest, marsh...

9. www.britannica.com › place › Bury-EnglandBury | Historic Town, Market Town, Textile Industry | Britannica

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   6 days ago · The name Bury is derived from the Anglo-Saxon burg or burh, meaning “stronghold,” and today the town is the natural centre of the borough. The woolen industry was established in the 14th century and, although still found in the area, was superseded in economic importance by cotton in the 18th century. Both John Kay and his son Robert ...