The trans-Pennine railway of what eventually became the Great Central was built between 1841 and 1845. At Broadbottom there is an early station still little altered and a significant viaduct over the Etherow river.
Charles Holden's headquarters building for the Underground Group, built in 1929, is widely regarded as one of the best examples of art moderne architecture.
Birthplace of British Motorsport and Aviation. World’s first purpose-built motor racing circuit 1907-1939. Over 18,600 aircraft designed, manufactured or assembled 1907-1988
Picturesque 18th Century village and historic shipyard
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