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Millers Brook
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Upstream from Queens Park
Country England
Physical characteristics
Main source Heywood
River mouth River Roch, Heywood
53°36′0.51″N 2°12′34.17″W / 53.6001417°N 2.2094917°W / 53.6001417; -2.2094917

Millers Brook is a small river, also known as a watercourse, located in Greater Manchester, England. It is a smaller stream that flows into a bigger river. For Millers Brook, that bigger river is the River Roch.

What is Millers Brook?

Millers Brook is a natural stream of water. It starts in the town of Heywood. From there, it flows through a lovely area called Queens Park. Eventually, it joins the River Roch. This means Millers Brook is a tributary of the River Roch. A tributary is a smaller river or stream that flows into a larger river.

Where Does It Flow?

The journey of Millers Brook begins in Heywood. As it travels, it passes through different parts of the town. One important place it goes through is Queens Park. This park is a green space where people can relax and enjoy nature. The brook adds to the natural beauty of the park.

Joining the River Roch

After flowing through Heywood and Queens Park, Millers Brook reaches its end. It flows into the River Roch. This meeting point is also in Heywood. The River Roch is a larger river that eventually flows into the River Irwell. So, Millers Brook is part of a bigger system of waterways in the area.

Tributaries of Millers Brook

Just like bigger rivers have smaller streams flowing into them, Millers Brook also has its own tributary.

  • Roeacre Brook is a stream that flows into Millers Brook. This means Roeacre Brook adds its water to Millers Brook, making it a bit bigger before it joins the River Roch.
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