Plans revealed for Union Canal bi-centenary

A line-up of events is being developed to celebrate the Union Canal’s bicentenary next year.

The City of Edinburgh Council, Scottish Canals, and partners will join to mark the 200th anniversary of the 16km waterway, which links Edinburgh with the Falkirk Wheel in Tamfourhill and onwards to the Forth and Clyde Canal. Amongst activities proposed for 2022 are the refresh of the Edinburgh Union canal strategy, commemorating the canal’s heritage through various events including a special edition of the Edinburgh canal festival in June 2022, and work to secure a new future for the Lockharton Bridge boat house.