The Manchester Ship Canal, affectionately known by locals as The Big Ditch, was officially opened on 21 May 1894, but was in use by January 1 of the same year.
Irlam Locks on Manchester Ship Canal
Anonymous
@ 2005-08-13 03:05:49
These are Irlam Locks. Further to the north west are Mode Wheel Locks (just before Salford Quays).