Tunnel Escorts - Dudley Canal and Caverns
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Tunnel Escorts - Dudley Canal and Caverns
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A Unique Way To Experience History
At 3,154 yards/2,888 meters the Dudley Tunnel is the second longest navigable canal tunnel in the UK and it played a central role in improving transport to and from the area and thus helped facilitate the birth of the Industrial Revolution. Completed around 1791 it was used extensively to transport limestone from Lord Wards mines under Castle Hill.
Due to height restrictions access to the Dudley Tunnel is by a tow through service only.
Please contact Dudley Canal & Caverns (with a minimum of 48 hours notice) to request further details, as your boat will need to be gauged (measured) before you can enter the tunnel.
Tow Through & Legging
If suitable your boat will be towed by our experienced skippers or escorted if you want to try “legging”. The service is free of charge but please be aware that restrictions do apply. It will take you about two and a half hours to leg through the tunnel but be aware there are parts where the tunnel may be too wide and you will need to shaft the boat at these points. Not all boats are suitable for legging – our skippers will make the final decision once they have gauged your boat.
All boats MUST be gauged by a member of Dudley Canal & Caverns staff.
Boats must NOT be purposely ballasted down.
Boats and passengers must comply with Waterways Regulations.
Passage is via a free towing service or escorted during legging.
All crew must adhere to the instructions of the Dudley Canal & Caverns Skipper.
Be aware of the restricted dimensions of the tunnel – Dudley Canal & Caverns cannot be held liable for any damage whilst offering this service.
Paddle Sports
Why not do something different and paddle your way through the Dudley Tunnel? Whether it be via canoe, kayak, paddle board or raft, you can enjoy an extra special escorted trip with us.
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Dudley Canal & Tunnel Trust
501 Birmingham New Road
Dudley, West Midlands
DY1 4SB
T: 0121 557 6265
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info@dctt.org.uk
Company Registration Number: 09784120
Charity Number: 1166460
VAT Registration Number 266 1745 87
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FOR BOOKINGS CALL: 0121 557 6265
You are here:
Home
>
Tunnel Escorts
HOME
ABOUT US
Our Vision
About the Charity
Policy & Reports
Meet Our Board
PLAN YOUR VISIT
Boat Trips
The Underground Experience
Two Tunnel - The Extended Journey
Dudley Tunnel - The Tunnel Explorer
Open Water Cruises - Tranquil Tripping
Tunnel Tots
Gift Vouchers
On-Site Facilities
Tow Path Coffee & Gift Shop
Moorings
Cream Tea on Vic
Events
Home-Ed Canal Art
Halloween
Christmas
Easter Time Travel Rescue
Information
Find Us
Access Guide
Around Us
Tow Throughs
Private Paddle Clubs
Hotels & Other Attractions
FAQ's
HOSPITALITY
Cream Tea on Vic
Exclusive Boat Hire
Private Hire
Moorings
Film Crews
GET INVOLVED
Work For Us
Volunteer With Us
Membership
Donations
Chit Chat
LEARNING
School Visits
Home Educators
Home-Ed Canal Art
NEWS
Latest News
Announcements
CONTACT
TUNNEL ESCORTS
A Unique Way To Experience History
At 3,154 yards/2,888 meters the Dudley Tunnel is the second longest navigable canal tunnel in the UK and it played a central role in improving transport to and from the area and thus helped facilitate the birth of the Industrial Revolution. Completed around 1791 it was used extensively to transport limestone from Lord Wards mines under Castle Hill.
Due to height restrictions access to the Dudley Tunnel is by a tow through service only.
Please contact Dudley Canal & Caverns (with a minimum of 48 hours notice) to request further details, as your boat will need to be gauged (measured) before you can enter the tunnel.
Tow Through & Legging
If suitable your boat will be towed by our experienced skippers or escorted if you want to try “legging”. The service is free of charge but please be aware that restrictions do apply. It will take you about two and a half hours to leg through the tunnel but be aware there are parts where the tunnel may be too wide and you will need to shaft the boat at these points. Not all boats are suitable for legging – our skippers will make the final decision once they have gauged your boat.
All boats MUST be gauged by a member of Dudley Canal & Caverns staff.
Boats must NOT be purposely ballasted down.
Boats and passengers must comply with Waterways Regulations.
Passage is via a free towing service or escorted during legging.
All crew must adhere to the instructions of the Dudley Canal & Caverns Skipper.
Be aware of the restricted dimensions of the tunnel – Dudley Canal & Caverns cannot be held liable for any damage whilst offering this service.
Paddle Sports
Why not do something different and paddle your way through the Dudley Tunnel? Whether it be via canoe, kayak, paddle board or raft, you can enjoy an extra special escorted trip with us.
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Dudley Canal & Tunnel Trust
501 Birmingham New Road
Dudley, West Midlands
DY1 4SB
T: 0121 557 6265
•
info@dctt.org.uk
Company Registration Number: 09784120
Charity Number: 1166460
VAT Registration Number 266 1745 87
Plan Your Visit
Boat Trips
Events
On Site Facilities
And This . . .
Links
Get Involved
Learning
News
Privacy Policy
Site Map
Terms & Conditions
Follow Us
© 2021 DCTT All Rights Reserved
Designed By Nutcracker