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The Caledonian Canal is approximately 96.5km in length (60 the water.
miles) of which 35.4km (22 miles) is man made, the remainder Spaces are limited so register
being formed by natural fresh water lochs. There are 29 locks now. Start planning and let us
and 10 swing bridges along the waterway, all of which are know if you would like to join us in 2011.
operated for your convenience by trained staff. Users should
allow a minimum of two days to transit the canal, and more if Interested?
you wish to explore further the many attractions of the Great Email: amy.gentles@britishwaterways.co.uk or
Glen, particularly during our busy summer season. call +44 (0)1463 725562 now!
CHANNEL DIMENSIONS • Hard standing at competitive rates. TIDAL OPERATION
Length 45.72m (150ft) • Motor boat and yacht charter. Special note must be taken of the tidal
Beam 10.67m (35ft) • Hotel boat and barge cruises. restrictions at the sea locks. Within
Draught 4.11m (13ft 6in) normal operating hours the locks are
Maximum mast height in the canal is 35m PILOTS normally available +/- 4 hours either side
(115ft) above the waterline, but clearance Information is contained in the following of high water. At spring tides the sea
under the Kessock Bridge on the Inverness publications: The Admiralty North Sea locks are CLOSED 2 hours either side of
Firth is lower at 27.4m (89ft 8in). (West) Pilot (NP54) and the Admiralty low tide. Contact the Sea Lock Keeper
West of Scotland Pilot (NP66). Also in (VHF Ch 74) for local advice.
CANAL LICENCES Almanacs published by Imray, Laurie,
A range of licences are available from short Norie & Wilson and by the Clyde ACTIVITIES
to long term. In addition cruising licences Cruising Club. Walking the Great Glen Way – cycling
may be purchased which are valid for all – canoeing & sailing. A visit to the
Scottish Canals. Full details my be obtained CHARTS Caledonian Visitor Centre at Fort
from Canal Offi ces or from Eastern Approaches Moray Firth 115, Augustus is a must, whilst others may
www.scottishcanals.co.uk Inverness Firth 1078, Caledonian Canal choose to visit Urquhart Castle or
1791, Western Approaches Loch Linnhne one of the ‘Nessie’ Visitor Centres at
CANAL SERVICES (North) 2380, Fort William and Corpach Drumnadrochit.
• Seaport Marina – fully serviced pontoon 2372 (all Admiralty).
berthing, showers, laundry, parking, CHARTER HOLIDAYS
and CCTV. HOURS OF OPERATION Cabin cruisers or yachts available for
• Wi-Fi available at various locations. The Caledonian Canal operates on a charter – ideal for those new to boating
• Pontoons and moorings throughout the seasonal basis: 7 days per week in Spring, or for an exciting family holiday. Hotel
canal. Summer and Autumn, and Monday to barges and an activity barge also operate
• Short, medium & long term licences Friday during Winter. Please check with on the Caledonian Canal. The ideal way
available at competitive rates. local Canal Offi ce or www.scottishcanals. to ‘get away from it all’.
• Winter berthing. co.uk for exact operating dates and times. Visit www.scottishcanals.co.uk for details
of local operators. 63
Caledonian Canal Offi ce
Seaport Marina, Muirtown Wharf
Inverness IV3 5LE
Tel: 01463 725500 Fax: 01463 710942
E: enquiries.scotland@britishwaterways.
co.uk
© John G Moore
British Sail
Waterways
Scotland Scotland
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