@hikingandhistory: Hidden in the heart of Manchester, Bridgewater Basin is a peaceful little oasis that most people probably walk straight past. 🌿 Once a disused and neglected branch of the Rochdale Canal, the basin was eventually transformed into the colourful water garden we see today — complete with floating islands, a fountain and plenty of wildlife. A brilliant example of how an overlooked corner of Manchester was given a completely new lease of life. #manchester #hiddenhistory #restored #hiddengem #greenspaces
It’s the beginning of the Manchester Salford Junction canal
2026-09-16 22:57:26
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TheFatFrier :
love the video! slight amendment though, it wasn't a branch of the Rochdale canal, it was its own canal, the Manchester & Salford Junction canal. it goes under the city centre and is an almost entirely underground canal. the footpath under the road is actually part of the canal tunnel and the stones in the path are the coping edge stones.
2026-09-16 04:15:26
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dashcam :
Love society
2026-09-16 10:54:15
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justsomenumpty :
I used to sit here on my dinner hour when I was working on a project in Manchester. I spent weeks everyday enjoying this spot 😌
2026-09-16 04:28:43
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HRH Richard The Duke Of Hever :
🥰🥰🥰
2026-09-15 15:21:05
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