River path from quays into city centre planned

The proposed cycle and walking path would run along the River Irwell from Salford Quays to Peel Park

A walking and cycling path is being planned which would connect Salford Quays to the city centre.

The pathway plan, which the council said was "an important part of Salford's regeneration story", will be put out to public consultation.

The aim of the riverside path is to make the area “attractive, safe and easily accessible”, the local authority added.

It will create an active travel corridor linking the city’s neighbourhoods along the river and beyond, going all the way up to Peel Park.

'An asset for residents'

The pathway is part of the 2008 Irwell River Park strategy and the plans have been developed in a partnership of Salford, Manchester and Trafford councils

Councillor Mike McCusker, Salford City Council’s transport chief, said it would "connect local neighbourhoods with the rich history, culture, public spaces and parks that surround the river".

“This will be very much an asset for local residents," he said, "So it is important that they engage with the consultation process and I’d encourage people to share their views on the proposals".

If approved, the pathway will link to Salford Crescent railway station, as well as to a number of new apartment developments being built.

The proposed pathway forms part of the Irwell River Park scheme

It follows plans for cycling improvements along the Oldfield Road Corridor in Salford city centre as part of a £5m scheme to create new dedicated facilities for pedestrians and cyclists.

Public consultation on the plans will be open on Salford City Council’s website from 23 September to 4 November.

There will also be public drop-in sessions:

• Salford Watersports Centre on 8 October from 16:00 GMT

• Sacred Trinity Church on 10 October from 16:00- 19:00

• Salford Museum & Art Gallery on 26 October from 11:30-15:00