I thought it was Victoria Baths as soon as I saw your Note. I had offical access a few years ago when I was working on a book of photos around Manchester and Salford. Probably my favourite interior of the whole project, with possible exception of Chetham's Library.
It doesn't look like restoration has progressed at all?
Not progressed much at all. It’s a stunning place - a shame to see it dilapidated when it’s clearly in need of investment. Great that it’s being used for arts and culture - hopefully that may attract some funding. Your project sounds fascinating.
Wonder if they will be renovated like the relatively nearby Harrogate Turkish Baths? Also beautiful and fully (I assume) preserved. Certainly hope so. What a gem and fantastic find - thank you for sharing!!
What a wonderful building! Although I like the melancholy of its abandonment, it should be restored, it has such great beauty. Are you familiar with Walter Arnold? He’s an American photographer who specializes in abandoned buildings. I believe he’s also based in Asheville, North Carolina, which was devastated by Hurricane Helene. At least that is where I came across his work many years ago.
Oooh, these make my heart go faster! ❤️
I thought it was Victoria Baths as soon as I saw your Note. I had offical access a few years ago when I was working on a book of photos around Manchester and Salford. Probably my favourite interior of the whole project, with possible exception of Chetham's Library.
It doesn't look like restoration has progressed at all?
Not progressed much at all. It’s a stunning place - a shame to see it dilapidated when it’s clearly in need of investment. Great that it’s being used for arts and culture - hopefully that may attract some funding. Your project sounds fascinating.
Wonder if they will be renovated like the relatively nearby Harrogate Turkish Baths? Also beautiful and fully (I assume) preserved. Certainly hope so. What a gem and fantastic find - thank you for sharing!!
Thanks Catherine. Yes it’s beautiful even in this state of disrepair.
This left my head spinning. I adore history like this. Especially this era!!
Thanks so much, Deborah, it’s a portal back in time for sure.
Yeah, it’s an awesome trip through time for sure. Love your images. ox
Thanks 🙏
What a wonderful building! Although I like the melancholy of its abandonment, it should be restored, it has such great beauty. Are you familiar with Walter Arnold? He’s an American photographer who specializes in abandoned buildings. I believe he’s also based in Asheville, North Carolina, which was devastated by Hurricane Helene. At least that is where I came across his work many years ago.