Bridgewater Canal Corridor Masterplan

A masterplan for the Bridgewater Canal in Salford was agreed in March 2011. It is expected to attract investment of over £67 million bringing a new country park, 250 berth marina, access to Worsley Delph and upgraded towpath. More than that, it will bring this amazing heritage story to life with interpretation, heritage walks and outdoor classrooms.

The masterplan takes in the 4.9 miles of canal in Salford and travels through the 'canalside villages' of Boothstown, Worsley, Monton, Patricroft and Barton. It will be delivered through a combination of public and private investment and establish the canal as a visitor destination. A major bid to the Heritage Lottery Fund is being prepared to achieve the public elements of the masterplan. We want to ensure the Bridgewater Canal has a welcoming and safe environment, where people visit, enjoy, participate and learn about the fascinating heritage of the area.

The masterplan also sets out clear guidelines and principles to guide future development along the canal and influence the thinking of key landowners, private developers, local businesses, residents, statutory agencies and public sector organisations.

Following approval of the masterplan the city council has been working with partner organisations and resident led area steering groups to develop site specific masterplans for the key areas along the canal.

Once the masterplan is fully implemented and the canal is established as a visitor destination it is expected to bring in an additional 113,000 visitors each year, generating a net additional spend of £2.1 million per annum and creating a minimum of 86 new jobs in Salford.

A copy of the masterplan and consultation report is available to download at the bottom of the page.