Here at Prestolee Locks are the remains of six locks, in two flights of three, and in between the two flights was a passing pound where the lock-keeper's cottage was. The canal was closed down in 1961 due to a lack of commercial activity. It is a very interesting area, and I like that they have invested in the construction of the ‘Meccano Bridge’ footbridge here to replace the old horse bridge. It is quite funny too that the location is known locally as Nob End—nothing like a bit of northern humour!

Peter

November 21, 2022

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shame this area isn't maintained well

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1. Meccano Bridge – Nob End loop from Manchester Victoria

31.7km

02:04

170m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Outwood Trail – Barton Swing Aqueduct loop from Hall i' th' Wood

49.9km

03:13

280m

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3. Manchester Bolton & Bury Canal – Elton Reservoir loop from Moses Gate

23.5km

01:40

160m

Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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Location: Greater Manchester, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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Prestolee Locks and the Meccano Bridge

1. Meccano Bridge – Nob End loop from Manchester Victoria

2. Outwood Trail – Barton Swing Aqueduct loop from Hall i' th' Wood

3. Manchester Bolton & Bury Canal – Elton Reservoir loop from Moses Gate

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