Burland to Beeston Castle

Quite a long day cruising today. Watered and looed at the top of Hurleston flight but made slow progress down the flight due to the amount of boats. Passed Barbridge junction on our way towards Chester. After a total of 10 locks today we moored for a pub meal at the Shady Oak near Beeston Castle.

Leaving Hurleston flight turning towards Chester

Passing Barbridge Junction

Waiting to come down Bunbury staircase lock

Bunbury staircase, the stable blocks in the background, which were used for fresh horses for the fly boats

Round houses, used by the lengths men to store equipment

Beeston Iron lock

Beeston Iron lock, although a broad lock, only one boat at a time because the sides are distorted

The Shady Oak, canal side

The outcrop of Beeston Castle