Branches
A map of the Ribble Link of the Lancaster Canal
The map displays a range of services available on the Ribble Link of the Lancaster Canal. Simply click the box next to any service being displayed in the Map Key on the left of your screen.
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A brief history of the Ribble Link of the Lancaster Canal
Canal Details
| Canal length : | 17.9 miles |
| Locks : | 8 |
| Boat Length : | 62ft |
| Height : | 8ft 2ins |
| Width : | 10ft 6ins |
| Draught : | 3ft ins |
The Ribble Link joins the Lancaster Canal to the rest of the national canal network. The link runs from Preston to the River Ribble which also connects to the Leeds and Liverpool Rufford Branch.
The link was constructed in 2002. All boats must book in advance as their passage requires assistance.
For more detailed information, follow the links below: