Kersal Wetlands

Greater Manchester > United Kingdom

New wetland in a bend of the River Irwell north of Manchester, created as part of a £10 million flood protection scheme.

Added* by Abe Black
Most recent update 6 December 2024

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Description

Kersal Wetlands is located in a meander of the River Irwell and offers a variety of habitats, including woodlands, wildflower meadows, and wetlands. You can observe a large selection of bird species, including a large heronry. The new wetland also includes excellent views of the Manchester skyline.

Details

Access

Kersal Wetlands is just off Littleton Road and situated on the site of the old Manchester Racecourse (Littleton Road, Kersal Salford M7 3GT). Parking available off Littleton Road and off Cromwell Road A576 by Cromwell Bridge. Press P on the map for directions.

Pedestrian access from Littleton Road continues straight ahead following the route of the river with the new housing estate to the right along Grandstand Avenue. The circular walk shown on the map is bout 3 km.

Terrain and Habitat

Forest , Wetland , River , Pond , Mud flats , Grassland , Plateau , Scattered trees and bushes

Conditions

Flat , Wet

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring

Route

Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Wheelchair

Birdwatching hide / platform

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Top 5 birds

1. Grey Heron
(Ardea cinerea)

2. Goosander
(Mergus merganser)

3. Grey Wagtail
(Motacilla cinerea)

4. Little Grebe
(Tachybaptus ruficollis)

5. Great Crested Grebe
(Podiceps cristatus)

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