The ancient Lancashire tradition of the rushcart festival was revived for the celebrations and a packed-out community finale event was held at the restored Gorton Monastery.

It was about bringing a community back together, and showing what Gorton has for young people.

Rosemary Cusack, Project Manager

A hardback book collected Gorton residents' memories and experiences, alongside information about its industrial heritage including the history of the Beyer Peacock factory, where locomotive engines were manufactured and exported all over the world.

Rosemary Cusack, Project Manager, said: "It was about bringing a community back together, and showing what Gorton has for young people. Everyone was involved, from shopkeepers to schoolchildren, and the results were amazing. The best thing is, Gorton 100 has carried on as Gorton Events. We now have community groups sprouting up, an annual festival, new shops and the new market hall keeping Gorton vibrant."