to people in the area in times of excessive drought. The Sykes family originally owned most of the land in Edgeley and employed many people. They invested their wealth back into the area with parks, churches, schools and Edgeley Park.

The Brinksway Chapel, built in 1823, was nicknamed the 'Beef-Steak Chapel' as it was built to encourage vegetarianism by men with shares of one pound each. Saint Matthew's Church was built on the site in 1843.

Amenities

The commercial centre of Edgeley

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