December on the Ribble

The river Ribble is one of the few rivers that flows from Yorkshire into Lancashire. The upper reaches are popular with white water kayakers with grade 3, 4 and 5 rapids.

The lower section between Clitheroe and Ribchester is a pleasant and scenic canoeing river with a generous helping of easy grade 2 rapids.

Most of the river is broad with open countryside beyond the banks. We spent plenty of time playing the water and surfing small standing waves.

The river becomes a little more lively at Dinckley Gorge with steep wooded banks and rocky outcrops.

The finish at Ribchester has a delightful view up the valley towards Pendle Hill. I'd like to express my thanks to Andy and Chris for their company on this trip.