Melbourne to Bielby, Pocklington Canal Walk
Plan your self-guided walk along the Pocklington Canal and see the restoration work. There is a towpath along the full length and there are a number of Grade II listed bridges and locks. The canal is a haven for wildlife.
Walk details
Parking
Accessibility
The towpath can be uneven in places and may be muddy during the winter months.
Begin The Walk
1.Melbourne Canal Head
2. Bielby town
Once you have reached the end of the path before it bends to the left to go North towards Allerthorpe, you can either turn around and head back towards Melbourne Canal Head; alternatively continue towards Canal Head in Allerthorpe. This elongated walk along the Pocklington Canal is 7.8km (5 miles) and can be followed here.
The canal is navigable from Bielby to the River Derwent, passing through four locks and seven swing-bridges and there are permanent moorings for boats at Melbourne Arm.
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