Ashton Canal from the footbridge
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Ashton Canal from the footbridge
Image: © DS Pugh Taken: 14 Aug 2026
The view from the top of the steps footbridge crossing the railway lines at Guide Bridge. The steps lead to the higher level path, and it is a reasonable distance east before access to the canal towpath is possible.
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Image Location
Latitude
53.475258
Longitude
-2.110398