Pocklington Canal
In the past, the Pocklington Canal almost became a dumping ground for industrial waste. There has been an energetic campaign by local people and restoration work by the Pocklington Canal Amenity Society to help this idyllic rural waterway on the way to restoration. It runs for almost 10 miles from a junction with the River Derwent to Canal Head, near Pocklington.
The Pocklington is one of Britain's most significant canals for wildlife, and its flora and fauna have earned international recognition. The upper reaches are not currently navigable, but the lower reaches are navigable from the River Derwent to as far as the Melbourne Arm. British Waterways are currently working with Natural England to enhance the condition of the canal’s four Sites of Special Scientific Interest.
The canal has several distinctive swing-bridges, classic hump-backed bridges, and both restored and unrestored lock chambers. There are few boats, but the towpath is open to walkers with car parking available at Canal Head, near Pocklington.
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