A Strategy for Revitalising Manchester’s River Valleys and Urban Waters

This document outlines the city of Manchester's strategy for to become a smarter, more sustainable and liveable city. Shaping the future of our river valleys and urban catchments is part of that ambition.

During 2020 and 2021, we have been listening and learning from many sources to help develop the Our Rivers Our City strategy:

• The public and community leaders;
• Elected representatives;
• Neighbourhood and Housing teams
• Environmentalists and water specialists;
• Sustainable development policy in the UK and Manchester;
• Case studies from the city, the region and the world

The key messages are summarised in this resource, including some quotes from people who shared their ideas, and documents which have shaped the strategy. The engagement process took place during the challenge of the Covid-19 pandemic. An over-riding message that came through was the importance of green and blue spaces to people; along with the need for continuous and long-term engagement with the full diversity of communities who use and enjoy our river valleys.

By GrowGreen, OROC, and Manchester City Council