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A place where you can step off the pavement onto the towpath and EXPLORE 11 miles of stunning heritage – breathe. We are entrusted to care for 2,000 miles of waterways in 2 countries, 2 tunnels and 2 aqueducts. England and Wales. The Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Canal World Heritage Site extends From improving towpaths and creating new wildlife habitats to along the Llangollen canal from Chirk through to Llantysilio across maintaining our distinctive infrastructure we are constantly working the Dee Valley. Canoeing is a fantastic way to discover and admire Please help to make our waterways the best they can be. a unique, picturesque landscape of aqueducts, viaducts and long reduce erosion by Many people don’t realise that our waterways are only here thanks tunnels. The Pontcysyllte Aqueduct itself is one of the most amazing carrying rather than to the efforts of thousands of volunteers and generous donations engineering feats on the canal network, a cast iron trough supported dragging boats that you give. down the slope by giant stone pillars 39 metres (127 feet) above the River Dee. Get involved and become a friend of the Canal and River Trust. Find out more information at www.canalrivertrust.org.uk or www.pontcysyllte-aqueduct.co.uk Visit. Donate. Volunteer Paddle the right way along eleven miles of stunning heritage The Llangollen canal is a great place for beginners, family groups or anyone looking for easy access, predictable conditions and lots to see. For the more experienced the River Dee can offer a much more adventurous way to get close to nature. You are very welcome to share this World Heritage Site but consider other users. We want everyone to enjoy their stay. To find out more about paddling on our waterways visit www.canalrivertrust.org.uk Consider other People Enjoy the Canal and Stay Safe - Park sensibly away from the towpath and - Always be certain to let others know where without causing obstruction you’re going and when you’re expected to return - Respect other users and try to keep noise to a minimum - Make sure that the journey you plan is within your capabilities - Observe the navigation rules for the waterway and - Make sure you never paddle alone be aware of other craft - Everyone should wear a life jacket or buoyancy aid and © Michael Cole have a waterproof torch and whistle attached to them - Check that your equipment is well maintained and ready for the Be Fishing Friendly water. Ensure your boat has the required buoyancy to keep it - Co-operate with anglers to avoid lines, nets and swims afloat in the event of a capsize - Keep to the central channel and maintain a steady speed - Cover cuts or sores with waterproof plasters, © Michael Cole - If you are travelling in a group keep together and wear appropriate footwear and avoid swallowing pass anglers in one group water. Wash your hands before eating Protect the Natural Environment - Constantly assess the wildlife around you. If you see signs of disturbance move quietly away - Canal and river banks are important places for wildlife. Avoid damaging banks and bankside vegetation by not ‘seal’ launching or dragging boats into the canal Check - Clean - Dry - Take your rubbish away with you The waterways are home to many invasive species and we need to stop them spreading wherever possible. You can help prevent this by following three simple steps when you leave the water - - Check your equipment and clothing for living organisms. Pay particular attention to areas that are damp and hard to inspect Do I need to buy a license for the Trust’s waterways? - Clean and wash all equipment, footwear and clothes thoroughly. Yes unless you are a current member of British Canoeing or Canoe Wales who get to If you come across any organisms, leave them at the water where you found them use our waterways for free visit www.britishcanoeing.org.uk or www.canoewales.com - Dry all equipment and clothing – some species can live for many days in moist conditions. You can buy a short term licence on-line at www.canalrivertrust.org.uk Make sure you don’t transfer water elsewhere.