Virtual Cruise - Ashton under Lyne to Hyde (2)

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boatyard at Newton
Approaching a small boatyard at Newton, between Dukinfield and Hyde.
Dunkirk Lane bridge, Newton
Looking south towards Hyde at Dunkirk Lane bridge, Newton.
Motorway bridge, Hyde
The M67 motorway bridge, approaching Hyde.
Manchester Road bridge, Hyde
Approaching Manchester Road bridge, coming into Hyde, the canal passes these converted warehouses.
Roving bridge alongside Manchester Road bridge, Hyde
The A57 Manchester Road bridge, looking north.
Alongside the road bridge is this "roving bridge" where the towpath changes sides, designed so that horses could cross from one side to the other without having to be detached from the tow ropes.
Mills at Hyde
Passing Hyde, looking south, the canal is lined with mills and industrial buildings.

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