While there are a few theories about how Bury got its name, there is no clear leader. There are two main rivers. The Irwell which comes from the North, and the Roche which come in from the East and loops round the South of the town, they converge to the South West of the town centre. read more
Bury is home to the East Lanc's Railway, which runs North to Rossendale with its dry ski slope and East to Rochdale, home of the Co-operative movement. Just North of Bury is Rawtenstall where you will find Fitzpatrick’s, the longest (and until one was opened in London recently only) surviving Temperence Pub. read more
The case against Pockets of deprivation, like much of inner-urban Lancashire. The town's being – groan – regenerated, and while a billion squid isn't to be sniffed at, many locals wonder at what price (expect some hefty demolition). read more
Bury named among best towns for families to live in UK - and Greater Manchester's happiest place The Family Hotspots Report by OneFamily puts Bury 17th in the list of top places for mums and dads to set up home - the only Greater Manchester borough to make the grade. read more