How to get there - From the A64 York bypass take the B1228 until it crosses the canal and then follow the minor road to Melbourne.
For those with SatNav the postcode is DE73 8ES.
Get a map with driving directions to start (enter the postcode of your starting point at A)
Suggested Launch Site - Park at the small car park at the head of the Melbourne branch of the canal. Access along the unmade road next to the Melbourne Arms PH
General
Description - A rural canal with one loch. A number of low bridges which may need portaging. The round trip westward is just under 10 miles. The canal has a very natural feel due to the reedy margins. passes through a very low lying area that is frequently flooded. Important for wildlife. Grassy towpath along the full length.
Comments on this trip
Chris Kevane 07 Sep 2009
Did the trip yesterday with the family. We really enjoyed it, really quiet and scenic. We went an extra couple of hundred yards past the lock at Cottingwith and enjoyed a drink at the Ferry Boat Inn which kept the troops fortified for the return paddle.If doing this trip look out for the otter at the confluence with the Derwent!
