Yew Tree Swing Bridge
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Yew Tree Swing Bridge
Image: © Stephen McKay Taken: 30 Aug 2010
Boater-operated swing and lift bridges are a common feature of the canal network but it is unusual to find them on such a relentlessly urban waterway as the Ashton Canal. Nevertheless, this is one of two swing bridges in a short distance as the canal passes through Droylsden.
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Image Location
Latitude
53.476818
Longitude
-2.161328