Bridge Number 49 Lancaster Canal

Just time for a quick stop on New Lane to blip bridge number 49 on the Lancaster Canal on the way back from my calf welfare visit near Oakenclough. Linking Preston to Kendal, the Lancaster Canal is one of the country's few contour canals. Built along the natural lie of the land it offers 41 miles of lock free cruising - the longest stretch in the country. As the canal is naturally level, it also lends itself to gentle walking and cycling as well as canoeing and other outdoor pursuits.