Trafford Park Lake

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Lancashire

England

Trafford Park Lake

Entering Mode Wheel Locks â 1978 Taken during one of the Mersey Ferries regular cruises along the Manchester Ship Canal. The locks effectively marked the change from canal to docks. No sign yet of the redevelopment of the area as Salford Quays! — Entering Mode Wheel Locks â 1978 Credit: Alan Murray-Rust

Trafford Park Lake, located in Lancashire, is a picturesque body of water that offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life. This man-made lake, also referred to as Trafford Park Pool or Pond, is nestled within the renowned Trafford Park Industrial Estate.

Spanning over an area of approximately 20 acres, this freshwater lake provides a haven for various flora and fauna. Surrounded by lush greenery, it offers a peaceful oasis for both locals and visitors to enjoy. The lake is a popular spot for recreational activities such as fishing, birdwatching, and leisurely strolls along its scenic shores.

With its diverse aquatic ecosystem, Trafford Park Lake is home to a wide range of fish species, including carp, roach, and tench, making it a haven for anglers. The lake also attracts an array of birdlife, including swans, ducks, and herons, making it a treat for birdwatchers.

Adjacent to the lake is a freshwater marsh that further enhances the natural beauty of the area. This marshland is a habitat for various wetland plants, creating a vibrant and ecologically rich environment.

Trafford Park Lake is easily accessible, with ample parking facilities available nearby. Its central location within Trafford Park makes it a convenient destination for both locals and tourists alike. Whether you are seeking a peaceful retreat or a spot for recreational activities, Trafford Park Lake offers a serene and scenic escape from the urban hustle and bustle.

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Trafford Park Lake Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.472981/-2.3140331 or Grid Reference SJ7997. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Entering Mode Wheel Locks â 1978

Taken during one of the Mersey Ferries regular cruises along the Manchester Ship Canal. The locks effectively marked the change from canal to docks. No sign yet of the redevelopment of the area as Salford Quays!

Alan Murray-Rust

Manchester Ship Canal - Centenary Bridge, Eccles

Colin Park

Bridgewater Canal at Europa Gate Road Bridge

Ian S

Bridgewater Canal towards Stretford

Ian S

Bridgewater Canal towards Stretford

Ian S

Bridgewater Canal towards the Manchester Ship Canal

Ian S

Bridgewater Canal towards Stretford

Ian S

The Eccles Cross

Built in buff terracotta and brick, this fine building opened in September 1920 as the Regent Cinema. It closed as a cinema in 1962, becoming unsurprisingly a Bingo Hall. It lasted in this guise for only four years before lying empty until 1983 when it became a wine bar, and later a night club called The Silver Screen. In 1999 it re-opened as a Wetherspoons pub under the name The Eccles Cross, the original of which had once stood close by.

Kerrera Drive

Coach & Horses

Mole Wheel Rd

Foster St

Brough Rd

Weaste Metrolink station

Weaste is a tram stop on the Eccles Line of Greater Manchester's light rail Metrolink system. It opened in 1999 as part of Phase 2 of the network's expansion, and is located the Weaste area of the City of Salford.

N Chadwick

Humber St

N Chadwick

Weaste Metrolink Station

N Chadwick

Weaste Metrolink Station

N Chadwick

Eccles New Rd

The A57 is a major road. It runs east from Liverpool to Lincoln, via Warrington, Salford and Manchester, then through the Pennines over the Snake Pass, around the Ladybower Reservoir, through Sheffield and past Worksop. Within Manchester a short stretch becomes the A57(M) motorway (the Mancunian Way). Wikipedia: Link