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Lancaster Canal Circular

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Overview

The route follows the Lancaster Canal to the aqueduct at Dean Brook, and then head east to Newsham and crossing the A6 and across fields. We then head north on a lane bridleway to join a minor road, passing the old Barton Mill, Jack Nook farm and back to the start.

Wednesday, 21 August 2024
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:15 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
61m / 200ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 51504 38029
Nearest postcode:
PR3 5AL
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Start time:
10:30 am

Car park of Barton Village Hall, just South of Bilsborrow on the A6

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