Length:             55 miles / 89km

Duration:          Long weekend cruising

No of locks:      17

Summary

About a 55 mile round trip, this makes a lovely leisurely cruise through the week. Travel southwest from Barton Marina on the Trent and Mersey Canal for 5 miles, 3¾ furlongs and 7 locks to Fradley Junction, then travel northwest on the Trent and Mersey Canal for 12 miles, 1¾ furlongs and 5 locks to Great Haywood Junction. Travel southwest from Great Haywood Junction on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal for 10 miles, 1 furlong and 6 locks to Penkridge.

Highlights: Tranquil scenery

Starting Point: Barton Marina

End Point: TBC

Facilities:

TBC

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