Boating the Peak Forest Canal

Find boating information for the Peak Forest Canal

Length	15 miles
Locks	16

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

Find everything you'll need to know about boating on our canals

Find everything you'll need to know about boating on our canals

Before you travel, check our route for any works

Before you travel, check our route for any works

Detailed maps and boating information for all our waterways

Detailed maps and boating information for all our waterways

One of Britain’s most scenic waterways, running through magnificent landscape to the edge of the Peak District

One of Britain’s most scenic waterways, running through magnificent landscape to the edge of the Peak District

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Last Edited: 5 June 2025