Birmingham Canals
Midlands
Across the Midlands , hundreds of miles of waterways weave through richly vibrant and diverse landscapes . Many of these waterways were once at the heart of the industrial revolution , meaning there is a wealth of history and heritage to explore along the way .
Our top pick – Birmingham & Black Country trails
Explore the heart of the country by discovering the various paddling trails through Birmingham and the Black Country . These trails look stunning in autumn , with flickering of gold and red lining the routes across 46 miles of industrial heritage , from Brownhills in the north to Lapworth at the southern end .
Cumbria & North West
From picturesque rivers , glittering lakes and meandering canals there is a paddling experience to be found for everyone !
Our top pick – Lancaster Canal
Opened in 1819 , the Lancaster Canal is an engineering masterpiece offering 41 miles of lockfree paddling – the longest stretch in the country . The canal links Preston to Kendal and will treat
Lancaster Canal you to the delights of Lancashire . It ’ s one of the only coastal canal routes in the UK . Perfect if you ’ re looking for a gentle paddle , no portages , and beautiful scenery and views .
Yorkshire & North East
The rivers and canals throughout Yorkshire and the North East offer paddlers the opportunity to experience a diverse landscape , from urban cities and industrial heritage to rural tranquillity .
Our top pick – River Ouse
The picturesque Yorkshire River Ouse , 52 miles long , is formed from the River Ure in North Yorkshire and flows around 13 miles through the city of York . It offers paddlers a unique way to experience the city , as well as the nature and wide range of wildlife along the way .
Don ’ t forget to access many of these canals and rivers ; you ’ ll require a Canal & River Trust waterways licence . With Paddle UK membership , you will be covered to access these waterways . Get yours : https :// gopaddling . info / the-riverlicence-explained /
For more information on all these places to paddle , visit our Go Paddling website : https :// gopaddling . info / autumn-paddleadventures-top-5-scenic-places-to-paddle / paddleuk . org . uk 57