Leeds And Liverpool Canal Collection

Children looking at the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. July 1968

Merseyside teenagers take part in a sponsored pull of a 100 year old coal barge, named Juno, which is to be given a new lease of life - as a childrens holiday centre

Pleasure craft on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal at Parbold, beside the old mill. June 1972

The Top Locks, Lathom, where the Leeds and Liverpool Canal branches off to Rufford. March 1975

Boating in miniature, Leeds and Liverpool canal. Circa 1980

A girl and her dog on a peaceful boat trip on the Leeds and Liverpool canal near Ormskirk. January 1974

Mr Willian Ball preparing his cabin cruiser for a trip along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, at Haskayne, near Lydiate. May 1973

A canal scene. Circa 1973

People enjoying a trip down the canal. September 1956

A flotilla of barges winds their way through the waterways of Aintree and Bootle, to raise awareness of he Leeds-Liverpool Canal. 21st May 1994

The Leeds Liverpool Canal, photograph taken from the Red Lion bridge in Maghull. February 1976

A canal bridge, Bootle Hospital in the background. January 1958

Floral decoration on a barge at on the Leeds and Liverpool canal at Appley Bridge. June 1980

The Leeds Liverpool Canal, Lydiate, Sefton, Merseyside. 2nd February 1994

Negotiating traffic on the Leeds and Liverpool canal at Appley Bridge, near Wigan. June 1980

Reflections of peace, for a hardworking canal boatman as he ties up a converted holiday barge on the Leeds-Liverpool canal at Burscough. October 1975

UK, Liverpool, Liver Bldg, 2009. Creator: Ethel Davies
View of the Liver Building from the Leeds and Liverpool Canal at the Mersey River waterfront, Liverpool, Merseyside, England

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"Journey through Time: Exploring the Rich History and Scenic Beauty of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal" Step back in time to July 1968, where children gather along the banks of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, their eyes filled with wonder as they gaze upon its tranquil waters. This iconic waterway has witnessed countless moments of joy, adventure, and community spirit throughout its existence. In a display of youthful enthusiasm, Merseyside teenagers embark on a sponsored pull of a century-old coal barge. Their determination echoes the hard work and dedication that once fueled this vital trade route. Today, pleasure craft gracefully glide along these same waters at Parbold, alongside an old mill that stands as a testament to bygone industrial times. Venturing further along this historic canal brings us to The Top Locks in Lathom. Here lies a pivotal junction where the Leeds and Liverpool Canal branches off towards Rufford, and is here that dreams take shape as boating enthusiasts set sail on miniature vessels circa 1980 - a charming sight that captures both nostalgia and innovation. A peaceful boat trip near Ormskirk offers solace for a girl accompanied by her loyal canine companion. The serenity enveloping them reflects the tranquility found amidst nature's embrace on this picturesque canal. Meet Mr. William Ball - his cabin cruiser poised for another memorable journey along the Leeds. With each voyage he undertakes, he adds another chapter to his personal story intertwined with this beloved waterway. Circa 1973 presents us with an enchanting canal scene; its timeless beauty remains unchanged over decades past. Fast forward to September 1956 when people from all walks of life come together to enjoy leisurely trips down these historic waters - forging connections between communities while creating lasting memories. Witnessing barges wind their way through Aintree and Bootle's waterways forms an awe-inspiring flotilla spectacle reminiscent of days gone by.