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Little adventures on your doorstep

Huntworth Lane Bridge

STAY SAFE: Stay Away From Taunton the Edge

Map not to scale: covers approx 1.4 miles/2.4km A little bit of history When the Bridgwater & Taunton Canal was opened in 1827, it joined the at Huntworth. It was later extended to Bridgwater Docks. Today, Huntworth is a great place for country walks and bird spotting as the canal cuts through the beautiful Levels.

Best of all it’s FREE!*

Five things t o do at Hu ntwo Take binoculars and look out for uncommonrth birds such as bittern, kingfishers and osprey. Watch out Information for other wildlife such as otters, water voles and Meads Crossing insects such as damselflies and dragonflies. Huntworth TA7 0AQ Cycle long the towpath to Bridgwater Docks, then reward yourselves with a rest in a canal side pub. Parking Pack wellies and splash in puddles along Toilets the towpath. Pub Have a picnic overlooking the canal and feed the ducks. Cycling Watch boats passing the swingbridge and Path chat to boaters. Allow 1-2 hours for this visit

* Don’t forget: Although the site is always open the facilities and boat Did you know?... trips may not be and some may be chargeable. Please It’s best to feed ducks tasty check with local businesses treats like: before setting out. • porridge oats • rice • peas • chopped lettuce • birdseed Whilst they will gobble up white bread, crisps and chips its junk Sign up for our newsletter and get regular food for you and ducks! updates and offers from the Canal & River Trust.

Simply go online and search for ’. Go to canalriverexplorers.org.uk ‘canal newsletter to discover lots of fun things to do with the family.

© Canal & River Trust Charity no. 1146792 A big thank you to all the volunteers who helped produce these. 02/18