The South Pennine Ring | Scenic Locations & for Family

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Aldermaston Wharf
Alvechurch Marina
Anderton Marina
Blackwater Meadow Marina
Falkirk Canal
Gailey Marina
Gayton Marina
Goytre Wharf
Hilperton Marina
Kings Orchard Marina
March Marina
Nantwich Canal Centre
Springwood Haven
Whitchurch Marina
Worcester Marina
Wrenbury Mill

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The Pennine Ring from Anderton Marina

Duration: 21 Nights
TOTAL LOCKS: 227
CRUISING TIME PER DAY: 6.5 HOURS
TOTAL CRUISING TIME: 128 HOURS

Maps & Guides for this route: P5, P9, N5 | Click here buy maps

The recently restored Huddersfield Narrow Canal crosses the Pennines to complete the fantastic Pennine Ring.

At 5,698 yards, the Standedge Tunnel is the longest and highest in Britain it is one of the Seven Wonders of the Waterways - the passage requires pre-booking with Standedge Visitor Centre. (01484 844298)

East of Huddersfield the canal is wider and the locks are shorter, so the maximum length of boat able to completethe circuit is 58ft.

Any Location
Aldermaston Wharf
Alvechurch Marina
Anderton Marina
Blackwater Meadow Marina
Falkirk Canal
Gailey Marina
Gayton Marina
Goytre Wharf
Hilperton Marina
Kings Orchard Marina
March Marina
Nantwich Canal Centre
Springwood Haven
Whitchurch Marina
Worcester Marina
Wrenbury Mill

2 nights
3 nights
7 nights
10 nights
14 nights
21 nights
28 nights

2 people
3 people
4 people
5 people
6 people
7 people
8 people
9 people
10 people
11 people
12 people

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