River Mersey

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The River Mersey ( ) is a major river in North West England. Its name derives from Old English and means "boundary river", possibly referring to its having been a border between the ancient kingdoms of Mercia and Northumbria. For centuries it has formed part of the boundary between the historic counties of Lancashire and Cheshire. The Mersey is currently regarded as starting at the confluence of the River Tame and River Goyt in the centre of Stockport. However, older definitions, and many older maps, place its start at the confluence of the Etherow and Goyt, near Marple, about 4 miles (6.4 km) further upstream. It flows westwards through south Manchester, then into the Manchester Ship Canal near Irlam Locks, becoming a part of the canal and maintaining its water levels. After 4 miles (6.4 km) it exits the canal, flowing towards Warrington where it widens. It then narrows as it passes between Runcorn and Widnes. The river widens into a large estuary, which is 3 miles (4.8 km) across at...

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