Western Tunnel Entrance To Underground Canal is a Grade II listed building in the Salford local planning authority area, England. First listed on 29 July 1966. Tunnel entrance. 1 related planning application.

Western Tunnel Entrance To Underground Canal

WRENN ID
wild-hearth-crow
Grade
II
Local Planning Authority
Salford
Country
England
Date first listed
29 July 1966
Type
Tunnel entrance
Source
Historic England listing

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Description

The Western Tunnel Entrance to the Underground Canal, built around 1760 by James Brindley, is a significant historical feature located in Worsley. This tunnel entrance has a segmental-arched brick lining and is carved from the rock face. It marks the start of approximately 46 miles of underground canal that was used for coal extraction until the late 19th century. The entrance leads into the Delph and connects directly to the Duke of Bridgewater's canal network. It is also designated as a scheduled ancient monument.

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