Victoria Park, Swinton
Kristy Stott, Theatre Editor
Situated in the Swinton area of Salford, Victoria Park opened in 1897.
Victoria Park is made up of the grounds of Swinton Old Hall; the hall itself was demolished in 1993.
Situated in the Swinton area of Salford, Victoria Park opened in 1897.
Victoria Park is made up of the grounds of Swinton Old Hall; the hall itself was demolished in 1993.
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