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The River Medlock flows through the heart of East Manchester, forming the northern boundary of the park and linking it to Clayton Vale, Sportcity and areas in Manchester City Centre.
The river itself begins upstream of Strinesdale Reservoir to the north east of Oldham, flowing through East Manchester to join the Irwell/Manchester Ship Canal at Castlefield.
The Industrial Revolution exacted a heavy toll on the river, with factories and waste tips lining its banks. Recent restoration of the river and its landscape has seen an improvement in water quality and the return of fish and other wildlife.
Explore this website and the Medlock Valley
This website is intended to help residents and visitors in East Manchester make the most of the Medlock Valley. It contains information about parks and green spaces in East Manchester, the natural environment along the Medlock Valley, the history of the area, and opportunities for sports and recreation outdoors. Explore the links in the left hand navigation bar to find out more about the Medlock Valley and East Manchester