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Portland Basin Museum
Portland Place, Ashton-under-Lyne.

Tel: 0161 343 2878.

Open: Tues-Sun and Bank Hols, 10.00 - 17.00.

Portland Basin Museum is the centrepiece of the recently rebuilt Ashton Canal Warehouse, now looking much as it did in 1834 when it was first built. There you can walk back in time to learn about Tameside's history and experience for yourself the lifestyle, industries, crafts and trades of previous generations.

Disabled access: Fully accessible.

Baby changing facilities.
Free car park.
Refreshments.
Museum shop.
Education service.

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