From 1819, the Lancaster Canal ran all the way to Kendal, bringing prosperity to the region. Coal was transported into the town, while limestone, slate and locally manufactured goods were exported.

However, the coming of the railways in the mid 19th century meant that the canal began to decline. After the Second World War, this once important artery was no longer needed and it became an ideal site for landfill. Today, you can still walk along the course of the old canal. The trail links nicely with a riverside stroll along the Kent.

Deborah Curry

May 31, 2023

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Natland-Sedgwick stretch of the Lancaster Canal Trail. visitcumbria.com/sl/kendal-canal/?utm_content=cmp-true

Charlie Cosh

May 26, 2025

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Very strange to see the bridges which used to cross the canal just appear in the middle of fields with no apparent purpose.

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Best Hiking Routes to Lancaster Canal Trail: Natland–Sedgwick Section

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1. Levens Hall loop on the River Kent & the Lancaster Canal Trail from Kendal

20.9km

05:23

100m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Scout Scar Summit – River Kent Gorge loop from Sedgwick

21.5km

05:49

290m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. View of Kendal – Cunswick Scar summit cairn loop from Kendal

22.7km

06:11

310m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Distance 2.31 km

Uphill 30 m

Downhill 30 m

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Location: Sedgwick, South Lakeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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Lancaster Canal Trail: Natland–Sedgwick Section

1. Levens Hall loop on the River Kent & the Lancaster Canal Trail from Kendal

2. Scout Scar Summit – River Kent Gorge loop from Sedgwick

3. View of Kendal – Cunswick Scar summit cairn loop from Kendal

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