This is a recommended canal boat holidays route.
For the more energetic this can be a 14 night trip, but if you are wanting to take your time and see the sights then take a more leisurely 3 week break. Heading north of the Cheshire Ring the scenery is varied, frequently rural and often spectacular.
You will experience areas of easy, lock-free cruising through the beautiful wide-open moorland of rural Pendle.
If just two people are cruising, it is best to share the large double locks with another boat if possible.
A comfortable turning point for a fortnight cruise is the appealing market town of Skipton. This is a short walking distance from the canal and a lovely market town to explore. It has a good selection of shops, a castle, museum and local bicycle hire.
Book From : Anderton Marina
14/21 day canal boat hire.
8+ Hours per day cruising time.
134 Locks.
Anderton Boat Lift | Website Telephone : 01606 786777 |
Lion Salt Works | Website Telephone : 01606 41823 |
The Turnpike Gallery, Leigh | Website Telephone : 01942 404420 |
Craven Museum and Gallery | Website Telephone : 01756 70607 |
Bolton Abbey | Website Telephone : 01756 718000 |
Keighley and Worth Valley Railway | Website Telephone : 01535 645214 |