Slow Walk: Ancoats and New Islington

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Overview

This is one of our Slow Walks. We will set off along the Ashton Canal, and will cross Islington Marina into Ancoats. We will explore the area and return to the start through the Northern Quarter.

Thursday, 9 April 2026

Start time:: 11:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:30 pm

Difficulty:: Easy
Distance:: 3.2km / 2.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

The walk is mostly flat, and good paved paths, although there are a few loose pavers, and some cobbles.

Toilets and refreshments at the start.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:: SJ 84850 97842
Nearest postcode:: M1 2BN
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Start time:: 11:00 am

Meet Piccadilly station by Departure board. Regular trams and trains to Piccadilly Station. Buses to Piccadilly Gardens, with Tram connections to the station.

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