The Canal
The Huddersfield Narrow Canal runs between the industrial towns of Ashton-under-Lyne in the Metropolitan Borough of Tameside, Greater Manchester, and Huddersfield in the Metropolitan Borough of Kirklees, West Yorkshire.
At its centre below the picturesque Saddleworth and Marsden Moors lies the unique Standedge Tunnel, the longest, highest and deepest canal tunnel in the country.
Use this site to find out about the canal, its history, its restoration and its facilities.
The Society
Having achieved its aim of the restoration of the Huddersfield Narrow Canal to through navigation and public use, the Huddersfield Canal Society intends to take an active role in the canal's future, assisting British Waterways with operational and development initiatives.
Use this site to find out about the society and its activities.
Contact:
Address: The Transhipment Warehouse, Wool Road, Dobcross, Saddleworth, Oldham, OL3 5QR
Telephone: 01457 871800
Email: hcs@huddersfieldcanal.com
200th Anniversary Plaque
The Society has commissioned a limited edition commemorative plaque to mark the 200th anniversary of the completion of the Huddersfield Narrow Canal. Find out more.
New Towpath Guide
The Society has published a new towpath guide to help you to enjoy the Huddersfield Narrow Canal. Find out more.
The Society also has a new publicity leaflet featuring a map of the main features of the canal. Please contact the Society to request copies.
You can now buy the Towpath Guide and other products from our Bookshop online: |