Union Canal Skipper’s Guide
Our Skipper’s Guide tells you everything you need to know about boating on the Union Canal. Along with important safety advice, you’ll find details of moorings, facilities and much more.
Maps and facilities on the Union Canal
In this section you can find information about locks and bridges you should plan for when going through Forth and Clyde Canal. Maps contain information about the how to navigate through Forth and Clyde Canal. You can also see facilities available for you. If you would like to see what attraction and activities are available in this locations please refer to Things to do page.
1. Lochrin Basin to Ratho Bridge (15)
Bridges and locks:
- Leamington Lift Bridge (this bridge isn’t open to visitor traffic)
2. Ratho Bridge to Almond Aqueduct (18)
Download a map for Ratho Bridge to Almond Aqueduct (18)
3. Almond Aqueduct to Craigton Bridge (35)
Attractions:
Download a map for Almond Aqueduct to Craigton Bridge (35)
4. Craigton Bridge to Linlithgow
5. Linlithgow to Brightons Bridge (54)
Navigation:
Please take extra care at Causewayend Basin Entrance as there is a DEAD SLOW.
Attractions:
Download a map for Linlithgow to Brightons Bridge (54)
6. Brightons Bridge to The Falkirk Wheel
Locks and bridges:
Lock 1
Lock 2
Navigation:
Voyaging through the Falkirk Tunnel
Attractions:
If you’re planning to continue your journey towards Glasgow or Grangemouth, you can find maps for the Forth & Clyde Canal and information on The Falkirk Wheel here:
Download a map for Brightons Bridge to The Falkirk Wheel