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Glade of Light Memorial

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Glade of Light Memorial

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Glade of Light Memorial

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

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1. The Old Wellington – Science and Industry Museum loop from Manchester Piccadilly

11.0km

02:57

120m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Kersal Wetlands – Salford Museum and Art Gallery loop from Manchester Victoria

11.2km

02:52

40m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. River Irwell Riverside Path – River Irwell Path loop from Manchester Victoria

5.85km

01:30

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Alex Foxfield

September 1, 2025

The Glade of Light is a moving memorial to the victims of the 22nd May 2017 Manchester Arena Bomb. The names of the 22 victims are inscribed on the marble centrepiece, which is surrounded by a garden. The memorial makes use of plants that grow naturally in Britain's countryside.

Robert🦋

April 10, 2023

The Glade of Light is a memorial commemorating the victims of the 22 May 2017 terrorist attack at Manchester Arena.
It honours the 22 people whose lives were taken, as well as remembering everyone who was left injured or affected.
manchester.gov.uk/info/500369/glade_of_light_memorial/8206/the_glade_of_light_memorial

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Elevation 40 m

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Thursday 18 December

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Max wind speed: 12.0 km/h

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

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Glade of Light Memorial

1. The Old Wellington – Science and Industry Museum loop from Manchester Piccadilly

2. Kersal Wetlands – Salford Museum and Art Gallery loop from Manchester Victoria

3. River Irwell Riverside Path – River Irwell Path loop from Manchester Victoria

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