Places to go along the Leeds & Liverpool Canal
Local attractions
denotes principal attractions.
Following a £100million redevelopment, the Albert Dock is the cultural powerhouse spearheading the regeneration of …
- Leisure attraction
An 18th century engineering masterpiece, these five locks operate as a 'staircase' flight - in which the lower gate …
- Leisure attraction
Situated between Southport and Preston, Rufford Old Hall is considered to be one of Lancashire's finest 16th Century …
- Historic building
- Leisure attraction
One of the best-preserved examples of a Tudor castle anywhere in the UK, Skipton Castle lords it over the town from …
- Historic building
Now Wigan Pier is a decidedly funny thing - in that it's only about a foot long, jutting majestically out into the …
- Leisure attraction
- Visitor centre
- Restaurant
- Cafe
- Pubs + bars
- Boat trips
- Boat hire
Located next to the canal, just north of the city centre, Aintree Racecourse is home to the famous Grand National …
- Leisure attraction
Artist John Twinning has exhibited and sold his work at exhibitions throughout the country. You can see examples of …
- Gallery
- Leisure attraction
The Foulridge Tunnel was a major construction achievement, but is today best known for the story of a cow who once …
- Historic structure
Haigh Hall and its magnificent grounds stands between Wigan Pier and the village of Standish. Catering for both …
- Country park
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