A packed programme of community events is set to mark Salford’s centenary city status, with residents invited to take part in a series of activities celebrating the area’s rich history, culture and community spirit.
Hosted at Langworthy Cornerstone, the “Salford Then & Now” initiative launches on Monday 20 April with a six-week photography exhibition showcasing the city’s transformation over the decades.
Alongside the exhibition, organisers have arranged five heritage walks running from 20 to 24 April, offering locals the chance to explore Salford’s past through guided routes and storytelling.
One of the featured walks, taking place on Tuesday 21 April, will begin at Salford Museum and Art Gallery before heading through Peel Park and on to the Working Class Movement Library and Old Crescent Fire Station. The walks are led by LCA staff and aim to bring Salford’s history to life for participants.
A special exhibition celebration event will also take place on Friday 24 April from 11am to 1pm, featuring stories and film reflecting on the city’s journey over the past century.
But the programme extends far beyond heritage.
Residents are being encouraged to get involved in a wide range of community-focused activities, including the relaunch of a free monthly book club, with its first planning meeting scheduled for 21 April.
A new “Growing Together” community garden project, delivered in partnership with Holy Family RC Primary School, will run every Monday and Thursday from 1pm to 3pm. The initiative aims to bring together families and volunteers to create a vibrant green space while promoting wellbeing and connection.
For those looking to stay active and social, weekly “Walk Talk Repeat” wellbeing walks will take place every Tuesday morning, followed by a social hour at the centre’s café.
Meanwhile, practical support is also on offer. Free scam awareness workshops delivered in partnership with Age UK will help residents learn how to identify fraud and stay safe, while NHS Integrated Care Partnership representatives will host weekly adult social care drop-in sessions every Friday.
The programme also highlights the Befriending Champions initiative, which connects trained volunteers with people experiencing social isolation. The scheme offers one-to-one support over an eight-week period, helping residents build confidence and meaningful relationships within their community.
Organisers say the wide-ranging programme reflects the heart of Salford itself — a city shaped by its people, its past, and a strong sense of community as it looks ahead to the future.
Residents can attend most activities for free, with organisers encouraging people of all ages and backgrounds to get involved in the celebrations.
