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Bridgewater
Canal: Worsley to
Manchester
Peak Forest Canal:
Dukinfield Junction
to Marple Bridge
This journey takes you through stunning
countryside and passes through two tunnels and
crosses a great aqueduct 97ft above the River Goyt
before reaching the flight of 16 locks at Marple (You
need to have a forward facing white light on to go
through the tunnels).
Enjoy a trip along what is generally thought to be,
and referred to as, the first canal built in the UK.
This trail truly encompasses a taste of past and
present Greater Manchester; from countryside
landmarks to iconic urban buildings.
The Macclesfield Canal was opened in 1831 as a
direct link between Manchester and the Midlands.
This route has much industrial heritage interest
as well as passing through attractive countryside.
Despite getting on and off at flights of locks, you do
not need to portage any yourself.
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Peak Forest Canal:
Marple to Whaley
Bridge
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Macclesfield
Canal
A peaceful journey along the Peak Forest Canal
with no locks or portages. At 518 feet above sea
level this is the highest stretch of navigable water in
the entire canal system. On a clear day you will get
fabulous views of the Pennines and Kinder Scout to
the south.