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Huddersfield Narrow Canal

Huddersfield Narrow Canal

Reopened with great fanfare after 50 years, the Huddersfield Narrow boasts Britain's longest canal tunnel, superb Pennine scenery, and charming canalside towns.

The rebirth of the Huddersfield Narrow Canal has confounded doubters to become the outstanding success of the canal restoration movement.

A journey along the 20-mile canal reveals a waterway of startling contrasts. Stretches of tranquil, well-wooded countryside give way to dramatic mills and historic industry - a reminder of the days when it was the shortest way of carrying goods and people between Lancashire and Yorkshire.

The restored canal and Standedge Tunnel were officially declared open by His Royal Highness Prince Charles on 3rd September 2001.

Find out about a towpath guide to the Huddersfield Narrow Canal