Sankey Viaduct – Sankey Viaduct (Nine Arches) loop from Newton-le-Willows

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Sankey Viaduct – Sankey Viaduct (Nine Arches) loop from Newton-le-Willows

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Sankey Viaduct – Sankey Viaduct (Nine Arches) loop from Newton-le-Willows

01:11

4.58km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 18, 2026

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1.27 km

The Mucky Mountains Nature Reserve

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The Mucky Mountains are a former chemical dump. Today they are a landscape with interesting flora and a nature reserve. Here you can find, among other things, the dogwort, a …

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Sankey Viaduct

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The Sankey Viaduct is considered the oldest railway viaduct in the world. It was built between 1828 and 1830. It is made of yellow sandstone and red brick. It is …

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2.32 km

The Sankey Viaduct (locally known as the Nine Arches) is a railway viaduct in North West England. It is a designated Grade I listed building and has been described as being "the earliest major railway viaduct in the world.

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Sankey Canal

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Remains of a Canal Lock

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In the long term, the complete restoration of the canal and the locks is planned.

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Earlestown Railway Station

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Earlestown Railway Station built in the 1830's is at the site of the first 'main line' junction and triangle. One of the oldest railway passenger buildings in the world.

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