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Forging Ahead Public Consultation

Ellesmere Yard is a nationally significant canal heritage site - still a working yard today.

The Canal & River Trust, with support from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, is developing plans to secure its long-term future. Our goal is to preserve the Yard’s unique character while making it a more vibrant, inclusive place to visit, work, learn and enjoy.

The concepts shown here are early ideas to spark conversation. Nothing is final, and your feedback matters. They cover the capital proposals, interpretation on site and the types of activities that may be available.

We’re exploring how people move through the site, how heritage, commercial and community uses could mix, and how we can better share its stories.

Thank you for taking part - please share your thoughts by filling in our comments form.

Last Edited: 24 July 2025

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