Bury

Bury is a metropolitan borough in Greater Manchester that blends urban and rural character across its territory. It comprises several distinct towns connected by green spaces and local roads, with rivers and parks providing natural features throughout.

The borough formed in 1974 when several Lancashire administrative areas merged under a new metropolitan structure. This reorganization reflected broader changes to local government across England during that period.

The Irwell Sculpture Trail runs through this area with outdoor art installations, including standing stones at Outwood Parish Church. These works show how residents have shaped their landscape with creative expression.

The borough connects well to Manchester city center via the Metrolink tram system and numerous bus services. Getting around the different areas is straightforward using public transportation.

A local art collection once held a painting by L.S. Lowry that was purchased in 1951 and sold decades later for well over £1 million. The sale revealed how modest early purchases grew into valuable holdings over time.

Location: Greater Manchester

Inception: April 1, 1974

Capital city: Bury

Shares border with: Bolton, Manchester, Rochdale, Salford, Rossendale, Blackburn with Darwen

Website: http://bury.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 53.59278,-2.29806

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:01