An exhibition of war art during November has been hailed as a great success by organisers and staff at Astley Hall.
Some of the exhibits that were on display during the eleven-day exhibition
Funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund, the exhibition entitled ‘Eleven’ was open daily and featured paintings, prints and photographs from the First World War, Second World War and the Royal Ordnance Factory at Euxton.
Organised by the Chorley Remembers project, the exhibition attracted a total of 733 visitors during its eleven day run.
Commenting on the exhibition, Chorley Remembers Project Manager Steve Williams said: “We would like to thank staff at the Hall for their help in staging the exhibition. The visitor numbers auger a well for next year when we plan to spend £78,000 of Lottery money on a new and permanent ‘Remembrance Experience’ exhibition in the Coach House, as well as re-vamping the existing small First World War Memorial Room in the Hall itself.”
Commenting on plans for Astley Hall, Mr. Williams said: “Historically, the park and hall was given to the people of Chorley as a War Memorial by Reginald Tatton back in 1922, although over the years it has been recognised more as a museum and exhibition venue. The Hall is the jewel in Chorley’s crown and we are pleased to play our part in attracting visitors to the Hall and the town.”
