A pretty waterway full of wildlife and with some interesting features including the George Street Cutting, on the outskirts of Bridgwater, which is a brick-built structure, buttressed on one side of the short tunnel (below the A38) by oak beams inscribed with canal navigators’ sayings. “The Somerset Space Walk” starts at Maunsel with a huge representation of the Sun. In both directions the planets are represented in proportion along the towpath, the distance in between being proportional too. Also running along the path is a Mr Men search for the younger members (In the region of 50 to find which are listed at Maunsel).

I have reserved tent spaces with the understanding that we may camp free of charge so long as we eat there in the evenings. (The meals were very good last year when tried out the site!) I understand that there is some space now for caravans and campervans (presumably with the same pricing arrangement!). Please make your own arrangements with the pub for these, but let me know that you are coming.

Important note: There are no overnight toilet facilities available – open from 8am.

The campsite is only a matter of minutes from the Canal Centre at Maunsel.
Portage trolleys recommended.

Trips

Sat: Out-and-back from Maunsel Canal Centre to Bridgwater Docks (2 locks to portage each way) 14 ½ miles
Sun: Out-and-back from Maunsel Canal Centre to Firepool Lock, Taunton (2 locks to portage each way) 14 ½ miles