Ribble Link
Britain's newest inland waterway, the four-mile Millennium Ribble Link connects the once-isolated Lancaster Canal with the main navigable system via a canalisation of the tidal Savick Brook.
The Link runs around the outskirts of Preston and flows into the River Ribble, which itself connects with the Leeds & Liverpool Canal's Rufford Branch.
Opened in 2002 the Link is tidal, which governs its operating times. It contains nine locks (seven canal, one river and one sea lock) and channel widening to allow navigation by 10ft 6in beam boats. All boats are assisted through the Link and advanced booking is required for this very popular waterway. Click 'Boating' on the left for details.
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