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The Leeds & Liverpool Canal (Western Section)

In part 2 of the Leeds & Liverpool Canal we cover the Western Section from the summit at Foulridge right down to Liverpool itself. The programme includes the Leigh branch and the Rufford branch.

The mainly industrial character of this Western section is completely different from the vast open spaces on the other side of the tunnel. We descend through the cotton towns of Nelson and Burnley to cross the latter on rooftop level on a spectacular straight embankment.

The Blackburn waterfront has been greatly improved in recent years. Formerly derelict warehouses with overhanging loading canopies are now restored and serve as pubs and a visitors centre.

The video is quite the best way to enjoy the notorious Wigan flight of 23 locks. Today, there is organised help available through British Waterways.

Wigan Peir is a major tourist attraction where history has been brought alive. The Peir itself is a music hall joke that has been brilliantly exploited and still leaves people wondering where it is.

The last 35 miles into Liverpool are remarkably scenic, skirting past Aintree racecourse on the way,

It's all here in this beautifully produced video for you to enjoy.