Bridgewater Way Path

There are several canal path options in Manchester. Bridgewater Way/Bridgewater Canal Tow Path heads south from Castlefield Basin, for several miles. We’ve mapped 4.75 miles, between Castlefield Basin and the M60/River Mersey Intersection. A good 4 mile out and back is to run to Manchester Stadium/Old Trafford — where the famous Manchester United plays — and return. There are good water views most of the way. The surface alternates between pavement and some cobblestone, and is sometimes at street level and other points below grade. Some key distances are indicated below. A good detour/add-on is to head over to the Quays, using Trafford Rd. Note: it does look like there is a path on the northern side of the canal, but it is not that well maintained — we recommend staying on the southern side.

• 2.0m: Manchester Stadium/Old Trafford
• 2.9m: Trafford Park train station
• 4.5m: Turn Moss Playing Fields– good paths for running