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Greater Manchester

Forest Trail – Bridgewater Canal in Worsley loop from Patricroft

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North West England

Greater Manchester

Forest Trail – Bridgewater Canal in Worsley loop from Patricroft

Moderate

4.8

(10)

201

hikers

Forest Trail – Bridgewater Canal in Worsley loop from Patricroft

02:03

7.96km

40m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 7, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

983 m

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

2

1.05 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.

Tip by

3

2.66 km

Forest Trail

Highlight • Trail

Not really passable after a few day of pouring down.

Tip by

4

3.96 km

Worsley Marshes

Highlight • Forest

5

4.92 km

Worsley Delph Historic Canal Entrance

Highlight • Bridge

Historical landmark on the Bridgewater Canal

Tip by

6

4.97 km

Bridgewater Canal at Worsley Green

Highlight • River

Stunning architecture on the side of the canal. Good spot for to eat a picnic lunch!

Tip by

7

5.30 km

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

8

6.98 km

Common Ground Coffee Truck

Highlight • Cafe

Nice little brew stop just off the Roe Green loopline

Tip by

B

7.96 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.17 km

1.93 km

1.59 km

272 m

Surfaces

4.29 km

1.62 km

839 m

558 m

414 m

242 m

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Thursday 22 October

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7°C

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