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Driffield Navigation

Driffield Church tower from the Driffield Navigation. © John Phillips

Running for 11 miles between Aike Beck and Riverhead, the Driffield Navigation, authorised by an Act of 1767, has played a major role in Driffield becoming an important market town. Derelict for many years it is undergoing restoration.

Driffield Navigation Trust aims to restore the line throughout. Work so far has included repair of locks and towpath. A licence is required for navigating above Struncheon Hill Lock. The Trust's Registered Office is 2-4 Bridge Street, Driffield YO25 6DA.