River Goyt Loop - SK6 4BB |
Where is it? Location map *** |
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A 6km paddle on canal (with tunnel and aqueduct) and then returning on the river Goyt (Easy Grade 2 rapids and weir) You will need a torch for the tunnel and helmet for the river section. This is an ideal river for those new to moving water. Kayaks are available to borrow from the club - Click here for more information or from the information page of the club website. Meet at either the pool in Widnes at 9.00am to share cars
or if you must, go direct to Romiley Pool and Fitness for 10:00
am Map below. Please note that the weir at Otterspool 1km downstream from here (A627 bridge over the R. Goyt) is now very DANGEROUS as a new hydraulic turbine has been installed at the old get out in the right hand arch. It is then a 500m walk back to
the start. We usually do the shuttle at the start and the driver
can walk back up and meet the group at Church Street bridge (alternative
get in) on the canal after they have had a warm up and short
paddle. This is a great beginner's trip because of the flat water
at the start before you hit the river and because of the really
easy and short shuttle.' |