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North West England

Greater Manchester

Bridgewater Canal in Worsley – Roe Green Loopline loop from Worsley

Hiking trails & Routes

North West England

Greater Manchester

Bridgewater Canal in Worsley – Roe Green Loopline loop from Worsley

Easy

4.0

(2)

73

hikers

Bridgewater Canal in Worsley – Roe Green Loopline loop from Worsley

01:14

4.81km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 18, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

277 m

Bridgewater Canal in Worsley

Highlight • Structure

The Bridgewater Way is a scenic path that runs through Worsley in Greater Manchester, following the historic Bridgewater Canal. The path features beautiful views of the canal, surrounding woodlands and gardens.

Tip by

2

1.73 km

Start of the Towpath

Highlight • Trail

Make sure if you want to head Leigh on the canal that you go on the left side of the tow path, I’d didn’t and had to re route.

Tip by

3

2.44 km

Common Ground Coffee Truck

Highlight • Cafe

Nice little brew stop just off the Roe Green loopline

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4

2.51 km

Monton Lighthouse on the Bridgewater Canal

Highlight • Structure

The Bridgewater Canal connects Runcorn, Manchester and Leigh, in North West England. It was commissioned by Francis Egerton, 3rd Duke of Bridgewater, to transport coal from his mines in Worsley to Manchester.

Tip by

5

2.65 km

Route 22: Trafford Centre to Bolton Bus Station

Highlight • Trail

route 22 Trafford to Bolton bus station

Tip by

6

2.88 km

View of St. Mary's Church

Highlight • Other

7

2.97 km

Monton Village Green and the Unitarian Church

Highlight • Historical Site

8

3.04 km

Roe Green Loopline

Highlight • Trail

Excellent, off road but paved surface - good for bikes, but could be a little smoother in places. Worth it for being clear of traffic for a good few KM.

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B

4.81 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.62 km

871 m

577 m

487 m

249 m

Surfaces

1.92 km

1.50 km

699 m

405 m

153 m

131 m

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