Walking near Saddleworth

Lock 20 on the Huddersfield Canal, near Greenfield. © Martin Clark. http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/

Walkers find many opportunities to get out and about in Lancashire, including pleasant paths threading through the verdant Ribble valley.

The Lancaster Canal is popular both as a walking route in its own right and as a base for exploring the historic city of Lancaster. Similarly, The full 127-mile length of the Leeds & Liverpool Canal has achieved some renown as a long distance walk, from the banks of the River Mersey in Liverpool crossing superb scenery to the very centre of Leeds. Culture buffs should make a beeline for the art trail along the Ribble Link.

Towpath Stoppages

06 Feb 2012 - 30 Mar 2012

Towpath Closure only: Round Oak Bridge and Woodside Bridge

Associated Regional Office: West Midlands Waterways

The towpath will be closed between Round Oak Bridge (Waterfront Way) and Woodside Bridge (Pedmore Road) from the 6th February to the 30th March 2012 to enable the towpath to be resurfaced between the two bridges.

An alternative route for pedestrians and cyclists is available along local highway footpaths, where access can be made on to and off the towpath at either end of the works.

British Waterways apologises for any inconvenience caused.

(Enquiries: 01827 252000)