Fairfield Locks, Droylsden

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Fairfield Locks, Droylsden

Image: © Martin Clark Taken: Unknown

At one time, the locks on the Ashton Canal were so busy that a pair of locks was necessary here. Above the locks, the canal turns to the right at the former junction with the Hollinwood Branch Canal.

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