The Bridgwater/Taunton Canal
| The canal was opened in 1827 and the original route ran from Taunton and joined the River Parrett at Huntworth. |
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Walking the towpath is popular with both visitors and locals alike. There are car parks and picnic areas at strategic points such as Meads and Fordgate Swing Bridges, Maunsel Lock and Bathpool. There are adequate parking facilities at Taunton and Bridgwater Some of the tow path is part of the River Parrett Trail and route 3 of the National Cycleway. At certain points the towpath links with public rights of way which provide circular walks. You can plan these easily using Ordnance Survey 1:25000 series maps. |
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| The canal is renowned for its excellent coarse fishing. Most coarse species are present including roach, pike, perch, carp, bream and tench. Fresh-water duck mussels can also be found especially when dredging is being undertaken and mud is deposited on the canal bank. The fishing is controlled by local angling clubs. |
