Congleton Charters
Initially legal documents, these charters are also works of art. The most decorative is the 1625 charter of James I.
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The museums remit covers the pre-historic period to the present day, most items in the collection relate to Congleton and the surrounding areas. With an extensive photograph archive capturing moments in time in Congleton throughout the decades, and six hoards containing over 13,000 coins. Discover periods and themes such as; the Bronze Age, Roman Cheshire, Tudor, Civil War, Industrial Revolution, WW1, WW2, and so much more.
Photograph Archive
An extensive archive containing images of Congleton throughout time.
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Civil War
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Bronze Age
The Bronze Age was a period in history from approximately 3300 BC to 1200 BC. This period is characterised by the use of bronze to make tools and weapons.
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Roman Cheshire
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Second World War
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Social History
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