Lancaster Canal has 15 locks and 81 recorded mooring sites (15 with a published Canal & River Trust time limit), plus 7 water points. There are currently 4 active navigation closures on this waterway.
Locks
15
Mooring sites
81
Timed moorings
15
Water points
7
Active navigation closures
Frequently asked questions
How many locks are on the Lancaster Canal?
There are 15 locks recorded on the Lancaster Canal, based on Canal & River Trust reference data.
Where can I moor on the Lancaster Canal?
81 mooring sites are recorded on the Lancaster Canal, of which 15 have a published time limit — usually 14 days, but shorter in busy spots. Visitor moorings and their time limits are shown on the Itchy Tiller map.
Is the Lancaster Canal open at the moment?
There are currently 4 active navigation closures affecting the Lancaster Canal. Details and dates are listed on this page.
Are there water points on the Lancaster Canal?
Yes — 7 water points are recorded on the Lancaster Canal. Their locations are shown on the Itchy Tiller map alongside rubbish disposal and Elsan points.
Plan a route or track your stay on the Lancaster Canal
Itchy Tiller shows this canal's locks, moorings and live closures on an interactive map, with route planning and mooring time-limit tracking built in.
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