The cache is hidden in the Capernwray Canal Arm known locally as Lover's Creek. This took barges into the heart of Webber Quarry, where they were loaded with limestone. A narrow gauge railway ran around the site, which had quarry workers houses called 'New England'. The remains of the loading cranes can be seen close to the caravan site.
Nowadays the arm is a popular mooring spot for boaters looking for a tranquil a sheltered place to tie up for the night. The moorings may be busy with boaters in the summer months therefore a little bit of stealth is required. We often moor around here at weekends. If you see a cruiser called "Bluebird" moored nearby give us a wave or come and ask for a clue if you need one.
Bluebird is now a trackable boat. Pop over and make a note of our tacking code and log your find.
The best way to access this area is by boat. However there are a myriad of footpaths in this area and the walker can approach from almost any direction. If you want to visit by car the nearest parking (and easiest walking) is from Bridge 133 (see map). From Capernwray, follow the signs to New England and park on the right just before the railway bridge.
Since its formation in 1963 as the Association for the Restoration of the Lancaster Canal, the Trust’s main objective has been to restore, and reopen to navigation the length of the canal from Tewitfield to Kendal. You can find more history and information of the plans for restoration on the Lancaster Canal Trust Webiste
Congratulations to Loz_Jayne on your first FTF.