Castlefield Viaduct

Castlefield Viaduct is a steel railway bridge spanning the Castlefield district with multiple arches and Grade II listed status. Today it houses an urban garden that weaves plants and pathways between the historic arches.

The bridge was designed and built in 1892 to carry heavy rail traffic to Manchester Central Station. After the station closed in 1969, it was later transformed into a public garden.

The structure appears in television productions and represents Manchester's industrial heritage to visitors. It has become a symbol of Victorian engineering in the city's cultural landscape.

The garden is open on certain days and can be reached on foot, with pathways winding between the arches accessible to visitors. The visit typically takes an hour or two and is most enjoyable in dry weather.

The structure was used as a backdrop for several well-known television series and became part of popular culture in this way. Visitors often recognize the distinctive arches from various productions.

Inception: 1892

Length: 330 m

Website: https://nationaltrust.org.uk/castlefield-viaduct

GPS coordinates: 53.47507,-2.25447

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:48