Dubbed the High Line of the UK, Manchester’s first ‘sky park’ Castlefield Viaduct is now open as part of a pilot project, offering an opportunity to explore the viaduct’s history and experience an urban park in the sky.
Manchester’s first ‘sky park’
Castlefield Viaduct is open as part of a pilot project, offering you the opportunity to explore the viaduct and share ideas about the future of this historic structure.
This Grade II-listed Victorian viaduct is located in the heart of the oldest part of Manchester, built by the engineers who worked on Blackpool Tower.
Explore The Garden in the Sky
Creating an accessible green space in the heart of the city is a key part of the viaduct project, and one of the projects key objectives is to develop an interesting and nature-filled retreat all year round.
The selection of plants in the viaduct garden has been inspired by the existing vegetation which has claimed this industrial structure, the National Trust are also trying out new planting techniques, working with limited growing depths and untested growing conditions. The planting will take a little while to establish, so it may take a few seasons before the garden is fully developed.
New York High Line
Castlefield Viaduct has been compared to New Yorks High Line, a former elevated rail line, which has been transformed into a public place where visitors cann walk through gardens, view art, experience a performance, savor delicious food, or connect with friends and neighbours-all while enjoying a unique perspective of New York City.
Visit Castlefield Viaduct
Book your place on a free guided visit or check the official website for dates and times you can visit without booking and help shape the viaduct’s future as a ‘sky park’ green space for the community.
As part of your visit, you’ll discover more about the viaduct’s heritage, as well as exploring an ‘urban garden’ in the sky. Half of the deck has been planted with trees, flowers and shrubs, creating a green space for visitors to unwind in, and learn more about the city’s long relationship with plants and trees.
Travelling to Castlefield Viaduct
There are lots of ways to get to Castlefield Viaduct, if you are travelling by car there is no dedicated parking at the Viaduct but there are plenty of city centre car parks nearby. If you can, we recommend using public transport. Castlefield Viaduct is very near Deansgate-Castlefield Metrolink station or Deansgate mainline rail station. Please see alternative routes for directions.
Visiting on Foot
Make your way to Deansgate-Castlefield tram stop. If approaching from Deansgate or Whitworth Street West, cross all the tram lines and turn left down the access road. Look for our signs on the raised pavement. Walk across the car park at the end following the pedestrian signs directing you to Castlefield Viaduct. Alternatively, if approaching from the Liverpool Road direction, climb the staircase just off Duke Street to arrive at the entrance.
Travelling By Train
If you are arriving at Deansgate train station make your way across the bridge to the Deansgate-Castlefield tram stop. Cross all the tram lines and turn left down the access road. Look for our signs on the raised pavement. Walk across the car park at the end following the pedestrian signs directing you to Castlefield Viaduct. Search for your train tickets using the Raileasy website.
Metrolink Tram
Alight at Deansgate-Castlefield tram stop. Cross all the tram lines and turn left down the access road. Look for our signs on the raised pavement. Walk across the car park at the end following the pedestrian signs directing you to Castlefield Viaduct.
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