Commemorated on 2 plaques
This plaque commemorates the pioneering work of Edward Watkin who led the campaign to create the first public parks for the People of Manchester and Salford, which were opened on 22nd August 1846. It was erected in September 2019, the 200th anniversary of Watkin's birth. Philips Park was named after Mark Philips, one of Manchester's first MPs.
Stuart Street, Manchester, United Kingdom where they was
This plaque commemorates the 200th birthday on 26 September 2019 of Sir Edward Watkin who created the Great Central Railway and its London terminal, Marylebone Station
Marylebone Station, Melcombe Place, London, United Kingdom where they was