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Leigh Branch (Leeds & Liverpool Canal)

The Leigh Branch is part of the Leeds & Liverpool Canal.

Leigh Branch of the Leeds & Liverpool Canal in Wigan

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The branch runs seven miles, from the junction with the Leeds & Liverpool Canal main line at Wigan, to Leigh, where it joins the Stretford and Leigh Branch of the Bridgewater Canal.

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Wigan Pier

At the top of the Leigh Branch sits the town of Wigan - does it really have a pier? Why not pay this place a visit and find out?

Leigh Branch (Leeds & Liverpool Canal)

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