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About Canal Foot

Canal Foot lies at Ulverston's southern edge where the old canal meets the Leven Estuary. Most drivers arrive via the A590 from M6 Junction 36, whilst locals use Canal Foot Road from Ulverston centre. The settlement provides convenient access to both the southern Lakes and Cartmel Peninsula, with over 30 public EV charging points nearby. The area takes its name from the historic Ulverston Canal terminus, famously Britain's shortest, widest, and straightest canal at just 1.25 miles.

Where is Canal Foot on the map?

Canal Foot is in England, at 54.190, -3.054 - about 2 km east of Dragley Beck.

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What is the closest airport to Canal Foot?

The closest airport to Canal Foot is Manchester Airport, 160 km (about 1 h 56 min by car).

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