Salford

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England

Salford

Armitage Bridge The actual bridge which gives the area its name. — Armitage Bridge Credit: John Illingworth

Salford is a town located in the metropolitan borough of City of Salford, Greater Manchester, England. It is situated on the banks of the River Irwell, just west of Manchester city centre. Salford is historically a part of Lancashire, but has been incorporated into Greater Manchester since 1974.

The town has a population of approximately 250,000 people, making it one of the largest settlements in the area. Salford has a rich industrial heritage, and was a major center for cotton and silk spinning during the Industrial Revolution. Today, it is known for its thriving arts and media scene, with the BBC having a significant presence in the area.

Salford Quays, located on the waterfront, is a major redevelopment project that has transformed the area into a cultural and leisure destination. It is home to numerous attractions, including The Lowry arts center, which houses theatres, galleries, and performance spaces. The area also boasts MediaCityUK, a major media hub where television shows like Coronation Street and BBC Breakfast are produced.

Salford offers a range of amenities and facilities for residents and visitors alike. The town center features a variety of shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues, while the surrounding area offers plenty of green spaces and parks for outdoor activities. Salford is well-connected to the rest of Greater Manchester through a comprehensive public transportation system, including train and tram services.

Overall, Salford is a vibrant and culturally diverse town with a rich history and a promising future. Its blend of industrial heritage, arts scene, and modern developments make it an attractive destination for both residents and tourists.

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Salford Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.630445/-1.794309 or Grid Reference SE1314. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Armitage Bridge

The actual bridge which gives the area its name.

John Illingworth

Lane out of Armitage Bridge

A walled lane leading into Mag Wood. A dead tree partly blocks the way.

John Illingworth

View from Lady House Lane, Almondbury

The Berry Brow primary and infants school can be seen in the distance, still in its 19C Huddersfield Board Elementary School buildings. In the middle, the houses are along Newsome Road South.

Humphrey Bolton

Cold Hill Lane, Almondbury

The wall on the left surrounds an area that once contained a circular reservoir belonging to Huddersfield County Borough (maybe the structure is still in there).

Humphrey Bolton

Stirley Farm, Almondbury

This farm looks disused, or at least the house is boarded up.

Humphrey Bolton

Direction indicator on Jubilee Tower

Taken on one of the occasions when the tower was open to the public.

John Illingworth

Castle Hill car park

Taken from the top of Jubilee Tower when it was open to the public.

John Illingworth

Huddersfield narrow Canal approaching Birkhouse Lane

The tall structure is the riveting tower of the former Birkhouse Boiler Works. The Huddersfield Narrow Canal was derelict when I used to play alongside it but as can be seen it is now a functional pleasure waterway.

Chris Allen

Huddersfield Narrow Canal, Paddock Foot

Longroyd Lane is on the left and Manchester Road (A62) is crossing the canal just beyond the lock. The distant church spire is on a church that was associated with a huge textile complex (Starkey's Mill) that was demolished before I thought of photographing it. I grew up in this area.

Chris Allen

Huddersfield Narrow Canal from Manchester Road

Seen from the A62. This is where the canal emerges from a long tunnel under what was the works of Sellers Engineers. The company was to move to new premises in the spring of 2011 and a major waterfront redevelopment is to occur. This may see the canal re-exposed. Somebody please photograph this if it happens! The canal was re-exposed and has been photographed - SE1416 : New length of canal beside Kirklees College.

Chris Allen

Huddersfield Narrow Canal

The canal is behind the fence and is entering a tunnel under Sellers Engineers. Sellers is a firm of specialist textile engineers and was founded in 1912. In spring 2011 it was due to move to new premises and the site was to be part of a £150 million waterfront redevelopment. The white tower is a water tower associated with water company offices and a nuclear bunker (so I've been told).

Chris Allen

Queen Street South

This bridge carries Queen Street South over the Huddersfield Narrow Canal. the canal proceeds in a tunnel under Fairfield Mills which are seen in the centre of the picture.

Chris Allen

Huddersfield Narrow Canal behind Firth Street

The restored canal with evidence of some serious modern civil engineering. The mill in the distance has been reused by Huddersfield University (an ex-polytechnic).

Chris Allen

Converted warehouse, Aspley

This former warehouse and preserved crane are alongside the restored Huddersfield Narrow Canal. The bridge in the background carries a main road out of Huddersfield and its reinstatement was a major piece of enabling work. Beyond it is the Aspley Basin which is also the start of the Broad Canal (Sir John Ramsden's Canal).

Chris Allen