A corner of Manchester went to 'rack and ruin', now it has changed forever

Massive plans for the area are taking shape.18:33, 24 Jul 2026A derelict corner of Manchester is becoming one of the ‘most exciting’ new neighbourhoods in the city.‌The land off Collyhurst Road just north of the city centre was once part of Manchester’s industrial heartlands but went to ‘rack and ruin’ when the factories and mills shut down.‌But a landmark regeneration project known as Victoria North stretching from Victoria train station to Collyhurst is about to completely transform the area.‌Click here to get the biggest stories straight to your inbox in our Daily NewsletterThat has led to a new city centre park called St Catherine’s Wood opening to the public today (July 24).The 2.7-acre park is just a 15-minute walk from Manchester city centre and is based along the banks of the River