An epic portrayal, directed by famed Mike Leigh, of the events surrounding the infamous 1819 Peterloo Massacre, when a peaceful pro-democracy rally at St Peter’s Field in Manchester turned into one of the bloodiest and most notorious episodes in British history. The massacre saw British government forces charge into a crowd of over 60,000 that had gathered to demand political reform and protest against rising levels of poverty. Many protesters were killed and hundreds more injured, sparking a nationwide outcry but also further government suppression. The Peterloo Massacre was a defining moment in British democracy which also played a significant role in the founding of The Guardian newspaper. Certificate 12
FRIDAY 10th May 7.45PM
Free Entrance. Refreshments. Raffle
Parwich Memorial Hall
- Silent projection
- Hi Fi Sound
Special hi-fi headphones for those with hearing difficulties, please ask
PARWICH.ORG 
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