Manchester Days
Research into the locations of Brian’s Manchester pictures, by Ian Smith
Bob’s Hill
In the early 1960s, Brian sketched and painted numerous pictures of the Collyhurst area of Manchester, at a time of dramatic change in the built environment and for the local community. This picture shows Bob’s Hill during the construction of the CIS tower block. Read more...
Crossing to Manchester Racecourse
The Gerald Road footbridge over the River Irwell has a long and interesting history. Brian’s picture shows the bridge around 1960, at the time when people used to cross the river on their way to Manchester Racecourse. Read more...