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Boating the Chesterfield Canal

Find boating information for the Chesterfield Canal

Chesterfield Canal

Length	46 miles
Locks	59 narrow and 6 wide

Note: A handcuff key will be required as anti-vandal locks are fitted along this canal.

Maximum boat dimensions

Length	21.95m	72ft
Width	2.08m	6ft 10"
Draught	0.98m	3ft 2"
Headroom	2.15m	7ft 1"

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Find everything you'll need to know about boating on our canals
Visit our boating section
Find everything you'll need to know about boating on our canals
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Before you travel, check our route for any works
Check our notices
Before you travel, check our route for any works
Downloadable waterway guides
Detailed maps and boating information for all our waterways
Downloadable waterway guides
Detailed maps and boating information for all our waterways
Chesterfield Canal
The Chesterfield Canal, known locally as the ’Cuckoo Dyke’ is beautifully green and peaceful
Chesterfield Canal
The Chesterfield Canal, known locally as the ’Cuckoo Dyke’ is beautifully green and peaceful

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Last Edited: 19 February 2025

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