Looking from Beswick street, the canal is lined for a short distance with former mills. At one time both sides of the canal were lined with mills for a considerable distance. The nearest mill has been demolished since this photograph was taken.
After Cambrian Street Bridge, the canal curves round towards a very low railway bridge. The River Medlock passes below the canal at the same point. In the background is the Sports City stadium, used in the Commonwealth Games.
Approaching Beswick Locks (4 and 5).
Looking back down to Lock 4, Beswick, with the mills of Ancoats and the modern offices in Manchester behind.
Lock 5, Beswick, looking east.