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Editor's Notes
A deep, circular brick overflow weir in Manchester's Castlefield canal basin, built in the canal age so that the River Medlock could spill safely beneath the Bridgewater Canal — an unusual surviving piece of 18th-century water engineering beside the wharves of the world's first industrial canal.
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Weather at Giant’s Basin
51°F, Patchy rain nearby · H 54° / L 50° · 83% chance of rain3-day forecast
H: 54° L: 50°
Patchy rain nearby
51°
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Feels like 48°
Precipitation
83%
Humidity
87%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
0
Weather notes:
🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
52°
3 AM
52°
6 AM
53°
9 AM
53°
12 PM
54°
3 PM
53°
6 PM
52°
9 PM
51°
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Giant’s Basin?
- Giant’s Basin is a river in North West England.
- Can you swim at Giant’s Basin?
- There is no fixed answer for Giant’s Basin: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Giant’s Basin in North West England. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
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Location & Contact
North West England
🌊 Best times & visiting tips
- ›Check water levels and current conditions before visiting
- ›Wear life jackets when on the water
- ›Be aware of rapids and potential hazards
- ›Respect private property along riverbanks
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