A new footbridge spans the Irwell linking Victoria Street and the Cathedral with a former car park on the Salford side of the river. In early 2013 (certainly not April 2012 as projected) this space opened as a new public domain called Greengate Square. The e-architect website reported the plans to create this space in 2008, "Whitelaw Turkington and Arup have been appointed as designers of the public spaces at Exchange Greengate in Central Salford. The 13-hectare, mixed-use development will create a new urban quarter linking the cities of Salford and Manchester, with a stunning public realm at its heart."
The Salford Council website says of the development that, " The new square is a public space capable of hosting events, concerts and markets. The new amphitheatre in Greengate Square creates a natural space to gather, while the beacons can create spectacular light and mist displays - and the 36 coloured fountains can be programmed to suit every activity at the square."
Great place to make some nice long exposure photos. Works great during blue hour.
Greengate Square is a nice place to relax in close proximity to the city centre, there also happens to be a Grindsmith coffee shop / pod thingy serving amazing coffee every day of the week. Fountains and LED lighting are a nice touch and there are often small children (and adults alike) running about trying not to get soaked... Unfortunately the sheer size of the City Heights apartment next door means that it can be shady for large portions of the day, but don't let that put you off!
Quiet little place of a busy are in Manchester. Grab a coffee and go to Greengage Square for a break.
Cool little square. Nice coffee at Grindsmiths. Watch the parkour dudes do their thing at the weekend.
Mark Fletcher (FOREVASINGLEMAN)
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FOREVASINGLEMAN likes this place in Salford which used to be the site of the former Salford Victoria Bus Station itself as it happens !
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