Wednesday, August 26, 2009

ABC Wednesday - F is for Fairfield Junction


Fairfield Junction lies on the Ashton Canal at Droylsden.

Here the canal divides into two. The main canal forks right towards Ashton, whilst the left hand side used to lead to the Hollinwood Canal.

That canal was closed and most of its length filled in. Now it leads into the Droylsden Marina opened in 2008 but still under development.


Meanwhile here is looking back at the canal as it heads towards Manchester.





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17 comments:

  1. foto CHIPTuesday, August 25, 2009 4:20:00 pm

    These were lovely pictures and I enjoyed the info :)

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  2. Rune EideTuesday, August 25, 2009 4:39:00 pm

    I would have loved both walking along the canals - and being in a boat on them. They are marvels of construction.

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  3. Roger Owen GreenTuesday, August 25, 2009 4:39:00 pm

    I love bridges; nice pics.

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  4. Sylvia KTuesday, August 25, 2009 5:01:00 pm

    Marvelous shots! I love bridges and canals too, and this looks like such a lovely place to walk or have a boat ride!

    Have a great day!

    Sylvia

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  5. CarolTuesday, August 25, 2009 6:20:00 pm

    Nice views of these canals....I hope I get to see them someday...

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  6. photowannabeTuesday, August 25, 2009 6:36:00 pm

    Lovely shots of the canals and the bridges over them.

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  7. Rinkly RimesTuesday, August 25, 2009 10:01:00 pm

    I imagine you in your narrow boat seeing the sights!

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  8. Happily Retired GalTuesday, August 25, 2009 10:28:00 pm

    Beautiful photographs of the canals and lovely stone bridges at Fairfield Junction. What lovely scenic views and places to walk ;--)
    Hugs and blessings,

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  9. Leslie:Wednesday, August 26, 2009 1:27:00 am

    Always enjoy seeing your places of interest. :D

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  10. Tumblewords:Wednesday, August 26, 2009 3:20:00 am

    As always, glorious photographs! I particularly liked the bridge and steps -

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  11. kamzWednesday, August 26, 2009 3:33:00 am

    the bridge is beautiful! a perfect place for those walks. and thanks for the info about the junction. :D

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  12. Bradley HsiWednesday, August 26, 2009 4:58:00 am

    Marvelous introduction and beautiful photos.
    Thanks for sharing.

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  13. HildredWednesday, August 26, 2009 5:32:00 am

    Beautiful pictures, - always enjoy the places you photograph.

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  14. jayWednesday, August 26, 2009 11:38:00 am

    There's something quite magical about canals, isn't there? Love the old stone bridge with the steps underneath!

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  15. RoseWednesday, August 26, 2009 3:41:00 pm

    Very interesting information--I really like that last close-up of the steps to the canal. On behalf of the ABC team, thanks for sharing!

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  16. JoyWednesday, August 26, 2009 7:35:00 pm

    Looks like a lovely section of canal. Shame, like so many other, sections have been lost. although the marina looks quite ambitious.

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  17. QThursday, August 27, 2009 1:25:00 am

    Another wonderful spot to visit...
    Sherry

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