Scheme Bridgewater Canal Towpath Improvements
Bridgewater Canal (Muddy Mile), Astley.
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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.
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Muddy Mile launch

Bridgewater Canal towpath in Wigan before any improvements were made
Bridgewater Canal towpath in Wigan after cycling and walking improvements were made

Muddy Mile launch