Worsley. More Photos

This very handy car park is just next to the Worsley turn off of the M60

Across the road from the car park is the Bridgewater Canal.
Francis Edgerton 3rd Duke of Bridgewater was the owner of some coal mines in the area. The mines were dug to supply North West England with fuel for it's steam engines.

The Dukes underground mines suffered from persistent flooding.
By building an underground canal, connected to a surface canal between Worsley and Salford he was able to solve the flooding problem, provide the surface canal with a reliable source of water,
eliminate the problem of having to lift the coal to the surface and ease the overland transport difficulties. Ingenious.

And as an unintended bonus, giving future generations a wonderful amenity.

Crossing the little bridge ahead.

We came out at Worsley Green, which was overlooked by more very expensive looking houses.

We haven't graced, nay disgraced, Worsley Green with our presence for our morning brew, but have moved on to a more fitting venue for us ragamuffins. Speak for yourself I hear you cry.

John in photographic mode.

Anthony offered Vic a helping hand, which was disdainfully refused.

Monton's famous lighthouse.

A stern message for anyone arriving with a minor ailment.

Who said this was a flat walk!

One of several sculptures adorning the path along the way.

Two for the price of one.

Emerging into the light.

We turn off to the right here but could not resist a peek through the gate.

This stone was up against the boundary fence of the above property. I was sure it said Old Wore, but others among us disagreed, saying it was Old Hore.

Dear me! not more steps.

Almost back to the cars and a welcome shandy. Cheers Martin.
D K