Went from Garstang to lancaster last week I am new to boating and the canal.the canal winds and twists it's way through the country side there are many blind ben combined with a bridge that u can't see until u are Right on top of it On the return journey approached blind bend and a bridge I was half way under and there it was the front of the biggest barge I have ever seen. I put my boat in reverse finished up trapped between the walls of said Bridge I **** my self how disaster was avoided I don't know if u are new to lancaster Canal beware
We have been sailing the Lankie for several years and have had a few of those brown trouser moments ourselves.
Some of the widebodied boats ( especaly the trip boats) seem to think they own the canal,so its best if you approach these bends with caution and sound a long blast on your horn and keep one hand on the gearlever just in case. Pete & Maggie (Kismet)
Ha Ha I know exactly the bridge you mean, we have been on the Lanky for 16 years & yes as advised sound your horn & best thing is always take things slow plus remember there are nobheads on the canals like the roads....enjoy the Lanky its a lovely cut.....
Bridges on lancaster canal
Posted - 26 Aug 2016 : 17:10:15
