Scheme Bridgewater Canal Towpath Improvements

Bridgewater Canal (Muddy Mile), Astley.

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Active neighbourhood
Bridge, ramp or other structure
Crossing
Cycle Hire Station
Cycle Hub
Cyclops Junction
Football
Gym
Hospital
Junction Improvement
Library
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Open Cycle Parking
Park or Playground
Parklet
School
Tennis
Train Station
Tram Station

Scheme description

The first of the Bee Network schemes to be completed was a number of improvements to the Bridgewater Canal towpath in Astley, formerly known as the 'Muddy Mile'. The improvements included complete resurfacing of the towpath, better signage and improved access points. This route is now part of the Bridgewater Way which encourages people to walk and cycle on the canal and tow path from Wigan Pier through Leigh and across the Salford boundary to Worsley, Monton and Patricroft.