Moments of Joy in Manchester

Walks, England, Greater Manchester, Manchester

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  • Going into the city doesn’t have to mean getting caught up in the hustle and bustle. Discover a different spin on a city walk.

    Step 1: Going into the city doesn’t have to mean getting caught up in the hustle and bustle. Discover a different spin on a city walk.

  • Take the time to soak in your surroundings and discover the little moments of joy in the everyday.

    Step 2: Take the time to soak in your surroundings and discover the little moments of joy in the everyday.

  • Our journey begins at Deansgate - Castlefield tram stop or train station.

    Step 3: Our journey begins at Deansgate - Castlefield tram stop or train station.

  • Step 4: From the railway station come down to the ground floor and turn right out of the building. If you’re coming by tram, come down to ground level via the green wall stairs, cross the road then turn left.

  • Step 5: When you get to the road, use the crossing to go towards The First Street archway. Go through the archway & walk between the trees.

  • Along the avenue of trees, you’ll see the dancer sculptures overhead. Don’t they look wonderful against the branches and the sky?

    Step 6: Along the avenue of trees, you’ll see the dancer sculptures overhead. Don’t they look wonderful against the branches and the sky?

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