Irwell Collection

Barton Swing Bridge
The Barton Swing Aqueduct is a feat of Victorian civil engineering, at Barton upon Irwell, England. It carries the Bridgewater Canal over the Manchester Ship Canal. Date: completed 1893

Central Manchester, aerial view. North is at top. Manchester is one of the largest cities in the UK. The River Irwell (upper left) flows through the city centre (centre left)

Manchester / River Irwell
Industrial Manchester, showing the Irwell River from Blackfriars Bridge

Under Windsor Bridge on the Irwell, Manchester, 1912 (oil on linen on jute)
5648388 Under Windsor Bridge on the Irwell, Manchester, 1912 (oil on linen on jute) by Valette, Adolphe (1876-1942); 48.2x61 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: A smog-filled)

Manchester at night: Blackfriars Bridge and a view of cotton mills from the river Irwell showing the mill windows lit
527931 Manchester at night: Blackfriars Bridge and a view of cotton mills from the river Irwell showing the mill windows lit up as a night shift was at work

Bridgewater Canal, England, crossing the River Irwell by a viaduct. Hand-coloured engraving
530361 Bridgewater Canal, England, crossing the River Irwell by a viaduct. Hand-coloured engraving.; (add.info.: In foreground 'Hobblers' are pulling boat on river)

The Irwell at Manchester (engraving)
1614281 The Irwell at Manchester (engraving) by Gilbert, John (1817-97) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Irwell at Manchester)

Canal Boats on the Irwell (litho)
5213016 Canal Boats on the Irwell (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Canal Boats on the Irwell)

The Manchester Ship Canal, Works of the Manchester Docks in Progress, View near Throstlenest, on the Irwell (engraving)
1596062 The Manchester Ship Canal, Works of the Manchester Docks in Progress, View near Throstlenest, on the Irwell (engraving) by English School

Reconstruction of Barton Aqueduct over the Irwell, for the Manchester Ship Canal (engraving)
1603436 Reconstruction of Barton Aqueduct over the Irwell, for the Manchester Ship Canal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Old Manchester and Salford (engraving)
1050507 Old Manchester and Salford (engraving) by Railton, Herbert (1857-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old Manchester and Salford)

Destruction of a Wooden Bridge on the Irwell, at Lower Broughton, Manchester (engraving)
1103693 Destruction of a Wooden Bridge on the Irwell, at Lower Broughton, Manchester (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Manchester Regatta - from a sketch by Mr. Hayes, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Manchester Regatta - from a sketch by Mr. Hayes, 1844. Boat races on the river Irwell. The sports of this day consisted of four races - the Stanhill Hall Stakes, for four-oar pleasure-boats

Albert Bridge, Manchester, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Albert Bridge, Manchester, 1844. This handsome bridge has just been erected on the site of the late New Bailey Bridge, across the Irwell, from Bridge-street, Manchester, to New Bailey-street

West Lancashire WN8 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of West Lancashire WN8 6

Source Size = 2523 x 1888
Burning of Irwell Buildings, Manchester

The Arch at Albert Bridge over the Irwell, Uk

The Arch at Victoria Bridge over the Irwell, Uk

Bridgewater Canal, built to carry coals from the Duke of Bridgewaters mines at Worsley into the city of Manchester. Barge crossing the Barton aqueduct over the Irwell

James Brindley (1716-1772) English civil engineer and canal builder. Brindley rests a hand on a theodolite and points to the aqueduct over the Irwell on the Worsley to Manchester (Bridgewater)

Viaduct on the Bridgewater Canal carrying it across the River Irwell. Built by the English civil engineer James Brindley (1716-1772)

Manchester at night: Blackfriars Bridge and a view of cotton mills from the river Irwell showing the mill windows lit up as a night shift was at work. Engraving c1850

Manchester, England, from the River Irwell, showing the new buildings, including an imposing factory chimney, of a prosperous city contrasting with the small, old

Blackfriars Bridge, Manchester, England, showing cotton mills and industrial buildings along the River Irwell. Illustration by William Westall (1781-1850)

The Arch At Albert Bridge Over The Irwell, UK

The Arch At Victoria Bridge Over The Irwell, UK

Manchester and environs, aerial view. North is at top. Manchester, one of the largest cities in the UK, is at centre, surrounded by the M60 ring motorway

Manchester, aerial view
Manchester and environs, aerial view. North is at top. Manchester, one of the largest cities in the UK, is at centre left, surrounded by the M60 ring motorway

Manchester
Factories at night on the Irwell at Manchester

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The Irwell, a majestic river flowing through Central Manchester, holds within its waters a rich tapestry of history and beauty. From the iconic Barton Swing Bridge that gracefully spans its width to the aerial view of this bustling cityscape, the Irwell is an integral part of Manchester's identity. As it meanders through the heart of the city, the River Irwell has witnessed countless moments in time and has seen Park Hospital in Davyhulme stand tall as a beacon of healthcare excellence for generations. Under Windsor Bridge on the Irwell in 1912, an oil painting captures a serene scene frozen in time. Engravings depict both industrial progress and destruction along its banks. Canal boats peacefully glide upon its surface while works on Manchester Docks near Throstlenest forge ahead with determination. The reconstruction of Barton Aqueduct over the Irwell showcases mankind's ingenuity and ambition. In Old Manchester and Salford, engravings transport us back to bygone eras when these areas were thriving centers of trade and commerce. Yet even amidst progress, there are reminders of nature's power - like an engraving depicting the destruction caused by a wooden bridge collapse at Lower Broughton. The River it has been witness to moments filled with joy and celebration. A sketch from 1844 captures vibrant scenes from Manchester Regatta where rowers compete against each other with fierce determination. From tranquil landscapes to bustling cityscapes, historical engravings to modern-day photographs - all pay homage to this remarkable waterway that weaves itself into every aspect of life in Central Manchester. The River Irwell stands as a testament to resilience and adaptability; forever flowing through time as an enduring symbol of this great city's spirit.