The Majestic Sankey Viaduct: A Bridge of History and Beauty

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, you can start your journey from Manchester. Take the M62 motorway heading towards Liverpool. Exit at Junction 11 for the A574 towards Leigh. Continue on the A574 until you reach the town of Leigh. Once in Leigh, follow signs for the A579 (St Helens Road). The Sankey Viaduct (Nine Arches) is located at Canal Cottage, St Helens Rd, Leigh WN7 4HW. There is limited parking available along St Helens Road.

• Train

  For those using public transportation, take a train from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Leigh. You will need to change at either Atherton or Walkden. From Leigh Station, it's about a 25-minute walk to The Sankey Viaduct. Exit the train station and head south on Leigh Road, continue straight onto St Helens Road, and follow it until you reach Canal Cottage.

• Bus

  You can also take a bus from Manchester to Leigh. Bus services such as the 582 or 600 run frequently from Manchester city center to Leigh. Once you arrive at the Leigh bus station, it’s approximately a 20-minute walk to The Sankey Viaduct. Head southeast on St Helens Road and continue straight until you arrive at Canal Cottage, WN7 4HW.

• Taxi

  Another convenient option is to take a taxi from any location in North West England directly to The Sankey Viaduct. This is a more expensive option but offers a direct route. Ensure to provide the driver with the address: Canal Cottage, St Helens Rd, Leigh WN7 4HW.