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    "Clean up on aisle 5" - it's black (bird) Friday 🖤 "Clean up on aisle 5" - it's black (bird) Friday 🖤

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    Look what we saw last week 😍🦔 A spiky little remi Look what we saw last week 😍🦔

A spiky little reminder to make sure you take the time to look around whilst out enjoying the Lancaster Canal Towpath Trail - you never know what you might see!

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    In the build up to Christmas there are some fabulo In the build up to Christmas there are some fabulous activities from the businesses located all along the Lancaster Canal Towpath Trail. So if you're looking for something to add on to the start or end of a wintery bike ride or walk here's some of our favourite things going on...

🔹Festive Light Trail at Sizergh Castle @ntlakedistrict - A spectacular light trail designed and brought to life by talented local artists and children from local schools.

🔹Christmas at @levenshall -  Festive lights will adorn the beautiful Levens Hall making a stroll around the house and gardens even more spectacular. There will also be events with choirs and musicians plus a chance to meet Father Christmas!

🔹@lancasteron.ice - Enjoy the 200 square metre open air Ice Rink for skating in Dalton Square, Lancaster.

🔹@greenlandsfarmvillage - From a Santa’s Grotto and Christmas Markets to Festive play barn sessions - it's all going on at Greenlands Farm Village this December!

🔹Christmas at @longlandshotel - Wreath Making, Christmas Singalong, Quiz Night & Festive Menu the festive season done right with the Longlands Hotel.

#TowpathTrail #VisitKendal #ExploreLancaster #FestiveEvents #WhatsOnKendal #WhatsOnCumbria #WhatsOnLancashire
    Looking for a walk that combines peaceful canal pa Looking for a walk that combines peaceful canal paths with stunning countryside views? Our Farleton Fell Loop is the perfect choice - we love the mix of waterway calm and wide-open landscapes.

Starting from Crooklands, this circular trail follows the Lancaster Canal before winding up towards Farleton Fell, where you’ll find incredible panoramic views stretching across the Lune Valley, the Lakeland fells and even out towards Morecambe Bay.

🔹 6.5 miles
✨ Approx. 3 hours
🪨 Mixed terrain and rocky in places (sturdy footwear needed)

Find the full route and download your map from our website "Walk It" page via the link in our bio.

#LancasterCanal #TowpathTrail #CanalWalks #DaysOut #NatureTrail #LimestonePavement
    Cumbria has some of the best limestone in the coun Cumbria has some of the best limestone in the country - rare, protected habitats that shelter endangered plants.

Limestone pavements are made up of chunky blocks called clints with deep cracks (grikes). Those grikes hide a tiny, secret world of specialist plants you won’t spot until you’re right above them.

In the past, limestone pavements were damaged when stone was taken for walls and gateposts. Today many areas are protected by Limestone Pavement Orders and nature reserves, but new challenges include invasive species, climate change and ash dieback - all of which have over time changed the views at this walk near the Towpath Trail on Farleton Fell.

Want to take a look at this stunning landscape? Check out our Farleton Fell Loop Walk via the link in our bio for sweeping pavements and big views.

A reminder to please stick to trodden paths, keep dogs close and leave stones and plants where they are. Let’s keep this irreplaceable habitat thriving. 

#LancasterCanal #TowpathTrail #FarletonFell #LimestonePavement #Cumbria #LeaveNoTrace
    From tiny grey fluffballs to confident cruisers - From tiny grey fluffballs to confident cruisers - what a season for our Crooklands swan family. 🦢💛

Have you spotted them recently?

Please remember to watch from a distance, keep dogs on leads near wildlife and don't feed them any bread.

#LancasterCanal #Crooklands #LeaveNoTrace #KeepWildlifeWild
    There’s something special about exploring the Lanc There’s something special about exploring the Lancaster Canal Towpath Trail by bike - peaceful water on one side, open countryside on the other, and charming sights to enjoy along the way.

One of our favourite Towpath Trail stretch for cycling is from Stainton (Wellheads Lane) to just north of Holme. It’s a gentle ride that takes you through classic canal-side scenery and under beautiful bridges.

The towpath here is ideal for a relaxed ride especially for those with little legs! Also great to combine it into a bigger adventure by connecting with a longer nearby route.

And if you’re planning your own ride, we’ve got plenty of routes, safety tips and access info on our website "Cycle It" page via the link in our bio.

#LancasterCanal #TowpathTrail #CycleIt #LancashireByBike #CumbriaByBike #EnjoyIt
    Thinking of trying canoeing, kayaking or paddleboa Thinking of trying canoeing, kayaking or paddleboarding?

The Lancaster Canal is the perfect calm waterway to give paddling a go, particularly in the northern section where there is only one boat - the fabulous Waterwitch ran by Lancaster Canal Trust, to share the space with!

Start simple - join a local club or water sports centre where you’ll get the right kit, friendly guidance and the chance to learn safely. It’s a great way to build confidence, meet new people and enjoy nature from the water.

Find lots of fab beginner tips and resources on the @canalrivertrust website under > Things to do > Canoeing and Kayaking  Near Me > Getting Started

And don't forget to get your licence! 

#PaddleboardingUK #PaddleUK #CanalRiverTrust #PaddleLife #PaddleLancaster #LancasterCanal #ExploreLancaster

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