Produced in October 2007 ~ read and use at your own risk ~ Safety at all times.
Background: A two or three mile paddle, as suits, without locks and close to civilisation. In the countryside, but not out in the wild. No portage required
Caution: A very popular spot for, Narrow Boats, walkers and fishermen, please remember to follow the code.
Links: http://www.canoe-trails.co.uk http://www.waterscape.com/Halsall/tid6 816;e337164;n410097 http://canoetrails.myphotoalbum.com/ Narrative: The Leeds To Liverpool Canal is 127 miles in length. The canal has good connections at either end but keeps itself to itself across the Pennines. Consequently, it has its own vocabulary (lock paddles are known as 'cloughs') and has retained a distinctive character. There is a ‘put in’ spot near to the bridge, on the Halsall side in the public car park. Edging stone a little lower for us less agile folks. The canal here is ‘river like’ with a chance to paddle through reeds ! Watch out for wildlife and good photo opportunities too.
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Saracens Head is a Public House, situated next to the Leeds To Liverpool Canal in the district of West Lancashire. Being a public house, lends itself to tourism, days out, family meals, fishermen, narrow boat and Paddlers such as ourselves in various numbers. Yet again, the Leeds To Liverpool Canal looks and feels like a slow moving river, allowing passage through some boastful Lancashire agricultural countryside. The Pub itself is well appointed, with good beer and food available, together with tables outside and small children’s play area. There is a car park, but as mentioned in the narrative, our ‘put in’ is opposite the pub in a public car park, so no need to seek permission. Note the interesting stone sculpture when unpacking your kit.
I found this ‘YouTube’ video of the sculpture in my photo. http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=aqK ZqVff_Rk
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