outdoor activities

  • Discover the hidden world of bats at Foxton Locks

    Discover the hidden world of bats at Foxton Locks

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    The Canal & River Trust is inviting visitors to experience Foxton Locks after dark and discover the fascinating nocturnal wildlife that calls the historic site home. The charity is hosting a series of guided evening bat walks at Foxton Locks, giving people the chance to learn more about local bat species while exploring one of…

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  • Discover a summer of family fun, wildlife and heritage at Foxton Locks

    Discover a summer of family fun, wildlife and heritage at Foxton Locks

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    The Canal & River Trust is inviting visitors to make the most of the summer holidays by joining a programme of free and low-cost events at Foxton Locks, one of Leicestershire’s most unique historic destinations.  The charity’s summer programme offers something for all ages, from wildlife-themed activities and nature discovery sessions to hands-on workshops and…

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  • Two Great Reasons Combine to Get People Fishing This Summer

    Two Great Reasons Combine to Get People Fishing This Summer

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    wo major trade-backed initiatives – Take a Friend Fishing and National Fishing Month – combine this summer to provide even more compelling reasons to get out on the bank and enjoy some fishing. Throughout the summer holidays, Take A Friend Fishing (organised by the Angling Trades Association) provides the perfect excuse to grab a mate…

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  • Paddlers invited to explore historic Standedge waterways

    Paddlers invited to explore historic Standedge waterways

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    Visitors to the Huddersfield Narrow Canal are being given the chance to get out on the water as the Canal & River Trust launches a programme of paddlesport sessions at Standedge. The guided activities include canoeing and stand-up paddleboarding, allowing participants to explore one of the region’s most distinctive waterways under the supervision of qualified…

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