Where The Mersey Rises
Water
The river that gave its name to a 1960s musical movement has a rather inauspicious starting point in town outside of Manchester.

📜 Confluence of River Goyt and River Tame, forming the River Mersey.
🔍 Located in the post-industrial town of Stockport.

Why Go

🌊 See the origin of the famous River Mersey
🎶 Connect with 1960s Merseybeat music history
🚶 Explore Stockport's industrial heritage

Why Avoid

⚠️ Underpowered display, not inspiring
🌃 Best avoided at night due to underpass
🏭 Flows under shopping center, not scenic

Tips

📍 Located just outside Stockport town center
🗺️ Combine with other Stockport historical sites

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