The Peak Forest Canal ends here after its climb via Marple Locks. It immediately abuts the old A6 trunk road and the railway line between Manchester and Buxton. All routes, including the non-navigable River Goyt, squeeze between the crowding hills at Whaley Bridge: Gateway to the High Peak.

Whaley Bridge canal basin - Whaley Bridge visitor guide showing a virtual tour of 'Whaley Bridge canal basin' linked to an interactive map with local and travel information. 360° panoramas from Derbyshire.