Across the water from the Imperial War Museum (see yesterday) is an area called Salford Quays. It used to be docks beside the Manchester Ship Canal. In the 1980s, a huge urban regeneration project transformed it into a vibrant area that combines residential property, commercial, cultural and retail space. It is home to The Lowry theatre complex and across the dock from that is the huge Media City, where the BBC, ITV and other creative enterprises have offices and studios.
It's a wonderful place to explore at dusk when the lights come on, reflected in the water. We camera club members were all very happy!
So that's where Radio 5 comes from. Those are some excellent nighttime shots.
ReplyDeleteA huge Kellogs Cornflakes factory used to stand here. I recall the many lights reflecting on the water. They were supplied with regular grain ships from Canada using the Manchester Ship Canal.
ReplyDeleteFabulous pics Jenny!
ReplyDeleteGreat colors captured reflected in the water!
ReplyDeleteLit up at night like this, it really is lovely!
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