Salford Quays Walk
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A completely different kind of Walking Mums adventure, this pram-friendly 2-mile circular walk around Salford Quays takes you through MediaCity, past the Imperial War Museum, Blue Peter Garden, modern waterfront architecture, bars and restaurants, and some of the area’s most recognisable sights.
It’s a brilliant option for little ones too, with plenty to look at along the way — including the CBeebies characters and Blue Peter Garden. You can also finish with a stop at Kargo MKT, where Walking Mums Supporter Members access a brilliant 20% Off! For details, see 🔗HERE
Why We Love This Walk
“I love it as it’s a complete contrast to our usual woodland / canal routes, instead we’re surrounded by modern architecture and the modern waterfront. It’s great for children as there’s lots to see – not every walk features the Blue Peter Garden!!
Plus there’s a brilliant selection of things to do afterwards like visit The Imperial War Museum, The Lowry and The Outlet Mall.“
Walking Mum – Rachael
Location
Salford Quays / MediaCity, starting outside The Lowry Theatre.
Parking
Lowry Outlet Mall Car Park. Use postcode M50 3AH. The current Walking we meet at the exit of the Lowry Outlet facing The Lowry Theatre, by The Harvester.
Toilets
Toilets are available around The Lowry, Lowry Outlet and MediaCity area, making it easy to stop before or after the walk.
Café Nearby
There is a brilliant choice of cafés, bars and restaurants around Salford Quays and MediaCity. For this Walking Mums route, the stop is Kargo MKT, which is a Walking Mums Supporter Perk.
Walking Mums Supporter Members receive 20% off at the 
Blend Coffee at Kargo MKT
Pram Friendliness
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This is a lovely easy option for prams, with paved paths and urban walkways throughout.
Accessibility
The route is mainly flat, paved and easy to navigate with a pram. There are bridges and some busy areas to take care around, particularly when crossing the tram lines.
Scenery
A complete contrast to our woodland and countryside walks, with modern architecture, waterfront views, MediaCity and Salford Quays.
Play Area
The Blue Peter Garden is one of the highlights for children, with lots of interesting things to see along the route.
Picnic Spot
There are plenty of waterfront areas where you can stop for a snack or picnic, as well as lots of cafés and restaurants nearby.
Distance
Approximately 2 miles / 3.2 km based on two loops.
Terrain
Mostly flat, paved urban paths, footbridges and waterfront walkways. There are no muddy woodland or countryside sections, making this an easy walk in terms of terrain.
Best Age Group
Babies, toddlers, Tiny Trekkers and older children. Particularly good for children who enjoy having lots to look at and things to spot along the route.
Route Description
Meet outside The Lowry Theatre.
When looking at The Lowry Theatre, go left over the white Millennium Bridge and turn right.
Keep walking past the Imperial War Museum.
Walk over the MediaCity footbridge, next to the Coronation Street Studios.
Continue past Pudsey the Bear and keep walking past the bars, restaurants and Blue Peter Garden.
Look both ways carefully and walk over the tram lines.
Continue past The Alchemist and a mini roundabout, and you will arrive back at The Lowry Theatre.
You can repeat the loop if you’d like a longer walk.
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Potential Risks
- Take extra care when crossing the tram lines and look both ways.
- There are busy roads and crossings around MediaCity.
- The waterfront means children should be supervised closely around the water.
- The area can become busy, particularly at weekends and during events.
- Keep children secure in their prams around busy pedestrian areas.
- Take care around bridges and waterfront edges.
- Conditions and access around the route can change depending on events and construction.
- Please note: Walking Mums regularly reviews and updates our walk guides, but conditions can change. If you spot an error or something that needs updating, please email hello@walkingmums.com. Please also consider any specific risks for your family and the conditions on the day.
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