Lune Aqueduct (Lancaster)

United Kingdom / England / Bolton-le-Sands / Lancaster / Lancaster Canal Towpath
 aqueduct, Grade I Listed (UK)

A navigable aqueduct that carries the Lancaster Canal over the River Lune. Completed in 1797 at a total cost of £48,320 18s 10d. -Adapted from Wikipedia

Grade I Listed: historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1362...
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Coordinates:   54°4'6"N   2°47'21"W

Comments

  • it is possible, but not recommended, to jump from the aqueduct into the Lune below. An urban legend tells the story of a local Skerton Chav jumping from the aqueduct into the river whilst being handcuffed to a police man.
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