Covering a distance of 127 miles from Leeds to Liverpool, this canal is the longest canal in northern England. Along with a vast distance, this attraction also spans through a vast history. In the 19th century, the canal served as an important and vital resource to trade, enabling the transport of coal, stone and other goods. Today, you can consider its banks as a great destination for outdoor fun such as cycling, walking or running.

This canal links the two major cosmopolitan cities of Liverpool and Leeds. Beyond the city, it is bordered with rural walks, noteworthy heritage sites and peaceful boating as it passes East Lancashire and then crosses Pennine countryside and picturesque villages on the edge of the Yorskhire Dales. Walking along it, do stop to marvel at many canal side warehouses and lock-keepers cottages that are listed buildings. Also, there are well over 100 other listed structures, such as bridges and wharfs which render this canal historic.

• You can also take up the paved cycling route to enjoy its scenery.

• Walking distance from Leeds railway station.

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