New River Mersey book launched

"Cross the Mersey: the Transformation of a River" by local author and photographer, Robert Littlewood

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We are pleased to announce the launch of a new book about the River Mersey written by Rob Littlewood, who grew up by the river in Greater Manchester.

"Cross the Mersey: The Transformation of a River" is now available from all good bookshops and online retailers,


You can meet Rob at his book launch at Waterstones in Stockport at 1pm on Saturday 7 November:

Meet Robert Littlewood | Events at Waterstones Bookshops

Author and photographer Robert Littlewood's stunning new book, Cross the Mersey: the Transformation of a River,  is illustrated with fantastic photographs.  Rob travels the whole length of the River Mersey via its many bridges, tunnels and ferry crossings, all the while telling its rich and complex story —a story of transformation. 

The River Mersey has been central to the life of author Robert Littlewood since he was a child.  Rob has kindly supported Mersey Rivers Trust in developing the Mersey Valley Way heritage trail map: 

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