Plans to create a series of riverside walking and cycling routes connecting Salford Quays and the city centre and transform the 8km stretch of the River Irwell into a vibrant and accessible urban park have today been approved by Salford City Council.
The Park will offer an uninterrupted, attractive and safe place to walk and cycle near to the river and will be easily accessible from local neighbourhoods and by public transport.
It will feature four distinct areas including The Meadows and Anaconda: Focused on enhancing the green and ecologically rich area by improving access, safety and natural beauty
Salford City: Focused on transforming the urban area by creating a continuous riverside pathway that seamlessly connects pedestrians and cyclists to key destinations,Ordsall Riverside: Focused on improving the narrow riverside paths by widening them for safer pedestrian and cyclist use, alongside better lighting to enhance safety and visibility and Salford QuaysFocused on creating a landmark destination and a place where people and nature exist more closely together.
Councillor Mike McCusker, Lead Member for Planning, Transport and Sustainable Development at Salford City Council said: “The plans that have been approved for Irwell River Park reflects our vision to improve movement and connectivity in Salford through a series of walking and cycling routes, public spaces and nature-rich environments.
“As part of the city’s regeneration and the council’s broader goals of creating a greener, fairer, and healthier city, over the next decade we want to create a vibrant and sustainable place that people can enjoy. Our aspiration is that the area will become an essential part of daily life in Salford, where residents can live healthier lives, engage with nature and connect with their city’s rich history.”
