Castlefield Urban Heritage Park
Castlefield Urban Heritage Park
Castlefield Urban Heritage Park
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- Deansgate-Castlefield • 3 min walk
- St Peter's Square • 9 min walk
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Spartacus2012
UK27 contributions
Nov 2022
A very nice garden, but what a palaver to arrange a visit. Having to book our tickets several weeks in advance really took the edge off the experience - as did the fact that we were only allowed to spend a limited time in the garden itself.
Isn't the whole point of a green space in the heart of the city that it should be available to visit on the spur of the moment?
Isn't the whole point of a green space in the heart of the city that it should be available to visit on the spur of the moment?
Written 12 November 2022
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permia
Ireland64,705 contributions
June 2023 • Couples
As the site of the Mancunium Fort from Roman occupation times, its heritage value is undimmed. In around 79 CE the Fort was constructed as one of an array of defensive battlements.
Following Roman times Christian worship has evidence of being present. Many centuries later the industrial age arrived and the rail viaducts are evidence of the transformation heralded by this.
Modern high-rise edifices are now to be seen around, so changes continue without halt.
Following Roman times Christian worship has evidence of being present. Many centuries later the industrial age arrived and the rail viaducts are evidence of the transformation heralded by this.
Modern high-rise edifices are now to be seen around, so changes continue without halt.
Written 30 August 2023
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Off their P
Manchester, UK4,015 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
This is a fabulous place to spend some time especially when the weather is nice. From the cobbled streets to the canals to the Roman ruins there’s lots to see and you see something new every time you go there.
An added bonus is that there are some of Manchester‘s best pubs and restaurants very nearby so no excuse not to be fed and watered. There is a fair amount of paid parking in the area and decent public transport links as well by tram or train or bus.
An added bonus is that there are some of Manchester‘s best pubs and restaurants very nearby so no excuse not to be fed and watered. There is a fair amount of paid parking in the area and decent public transport links as well by tram or train or bus.
Written 9 May 2022
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LANGFIELD26
Warwick, UK144 contributions
Nov 2022
We visited on the spur of the moment and were able to enter without pre-booked tickets ... as it was not overly busy. Fascinating work in progress. The viaduct garden is already a lovely tranquil oasis 'in the sky' with canals and Roman gardens nearby.
Written 20 November 2022
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David
Madrid, Spain4,087 contributions
Nov 2020
For those of us who have known Manchester for 20 years this place is a pleasant surprise. It is a vast extension where there are from Roman sites to old warehouses of the Industrial Revolution, along with canals and green areas. All this makes a pleasant place to walk or do various activities.
It can be accessed by bus, tram or train, although you can also walk as it is not far from the center of Manchester. Without a doubt it is one of my favorite places in the city.
It can be accessed by bus, tram or train, although you can also walk as it is not far from the center of Manchester. Without a doubt it is one of my favorite places in the city.
Written 26 July 2021
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mark t
Bury, UK244 contributions
Mar 2021 • Couples
Me and my wife visited today as we had not been to Castlefield in a long time. We walked along the canal path, some lovely canal barges and some not so good, plenty of little bridge's everywhere and also plenty of pubs. I can imagine it is lovely in the summer. There is old buildings that have been renovated and gives this area a nice charm.Will definitely be back in the summer to try one of the pubs.
Written 23 March 2021
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Zanderzaidan
East Sussex, UK540 contributions
Jan 2024 • Family
Came to see the roman fort - felt a bit disappointed with the state of everything being literally quite abandoned. There is a good amount of information around but a little bit more of love would bring the place to live. Plus, I wouldn't come around here at night.
Written 4 June 2024
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stuart c
Willesborough, UK198 contributions
Dec 2022 • Couples
We visited this area, after seeing an article on the regeneration of the viaduct. So glad we did. We wasnt able to book so turned hoping to be able to visit the viaduct. We were lucky as it waa very quiet. The area is amazing and will be fantastic in years to come. So nice that places are embracing their heritage and finding new uses for it rather than demolishing it. There is also a pleasnt walk around the canal with cafes dotted around
Written 12 December 2022
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Diyari_M7
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July 2024 • Solo
While parts of the canal are dirty, the area remains peaceful and offers lovely views. The colorful boats and swimming ducks add to the charm. I visited on a sunny day and thoroughly enjoyed it. Highly recommended.
Written 27 July 2024
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Shedload
Liverpool, UK154 contributions
July 2023 • Couples
Decided on a last minute visit here when I saw it advertised on the National Trust site.
It is free to visit, which is always good, and provides a pleasant couple of hours. Weather was good on our visit which was a bonus but either way it definitely worth a visit.
Great to see Victorian architecture and engineering up close.
It is free to visit, which is always good, and provides a pleasant couple of hours. Weather was good on our visit which was a bonus but either way it definitely worth a visit.
Great to see Victorian architecture and engineering up close.
Written 8 July 2023
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Jirathananart K
England, United Kingdom
Could you recommend us if we should visit this place at the end of this month for photos?
As far as I see, it doesn't seem beautiful for that purpose but rather peaceful to stroll around.
thank you.
Written 22 August 2018
It is always beautiful..The place was set up then for the World cup .Beauty as they say is in the eye of the beholder . All this area is historical with famous canal , bridges etc .If you like such ( and you can take a ride on such ) you'll enjoy ...For me it's the loveliest part of Manchester :) Enjoy and for sure you will find friendly people .
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Written 26 August 2018
hi, can you rent a barge anywhere?
Written 14 September 2016
I don't think you can HIRE one (they ain't easy to "drive") but you can certainly ride in one - the4y hqave trips of various distances - Enjopy
Written 7 November 2016
Is there parking nearby please
Written 11 June 2016
There are parking on the street but they are not free.
You can park in Salford (just the other side of the river) for free after 3 pm on Saturdays and all day Sundays. However, because it is for free, it is not easy to find a place and the available parking in Salford is closer to Manchester Cathedral (the other end of Deansgate) than it is to Castlefield, although it is still walking distance still.
I would recommend to park on a car park located just outskirts Deansgate Tram station (Euro Car Park) where you can park for 2/2.5 pounds for all day during weekends and then walk towards city center / Deansgate Tram station (1 min walk). Cross the road and walk towards Castlefield through the canal. It will take you 5 min walk and you will enjoy it!
P.S. Please call Euro Car Park for more precise information regarding the car park prices during the weekend as they may had changed from last time I was there.
Written 12 June 2016
What time will Paul Heaton & Jacqui Abbott be on stage on Friday 3rd july?
Written 30 June 2015
My husband pushes me in a portable wheelchair, though I can climb some limited number of stairs. We would like to explore some of the Urban Heritage Park and wonder what would be a good access point by taxi or possibly by public transportation.
Written 12 June 2015
100000000000000000000000 apologies for not answering this sooner - I wasn't aware that questions were posted without notifying the person they were aimed at! I'm sure you know about the stairs by now, I just wanted to say Sorry.
Written 7 November 2016
Hi, want to book tickets for one of the summer in the city concerts coming up but need help with disabled access. On the ticket website there is a wheelchair ticket section but no information about where i'd be or anything, does anyone have any help about layout?
Written 24 May 2015
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