Bridgewater Way

This is one of six ‘Cycleways’ in Greater Manchester: new routes that give cyclists more space on traffic-free paths, quiet roads, and special lanes separated from the traffic.

This completely traffic-free route links Altrincham to Castlefield in Manchester city centre and the Trafford Centre. Ride on the canal towpath from Broadheath, through Sale, Stretford and Trafford Park, where you can pick up paths to Salford Quays and MediaCity. There are lots of cycling access points, so join the route wherever you want. The path has a cycle-friendly all-weather surface, with solar lighting to guide you in the dark in some sections. There is secure bike parking at the Altrincham rail station, in Sale along the route, and at nearby MediaCityUK.