Probably the most scenic stretch of this canal;leaving the summit pound at Top Lock Greenberfield near Barnoldswick,the descent through the Yorkshire Dales begins after having climbed through Lancashire to 480ft above sea level.Through rough and rugged countryside the canal winds around Gargrave,locking down over the Aire to picturesque Skipton.The Springs branch runs off here behind the castle,well worth a look - maybe on a trip boat....At canal turn the canal meanders above the Aire up on the shoulder of the valley.There was flooding, so there were freak expanses of water.At Bradley Ings only the Railway embankment was visible at one stage(2007).Then on via Farnhill,Silsden to Keighley following the contours with not many locks but several swing bridges.A very hard ride in places,but breathtaking scenery.Many people were also enjoying their leisure and holidays all along this beautiful stretch of canal.
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