Stone – Chester – Stone

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• Cruise length: 108 km
• Trip duration: 7 days
• Type of cruise: there and back
• Number of locks: 136

From the base in Stone, head north. Sail through the city of Stoke, a federation of 6 cities with a combined population of 250,000. This city is also a centre of ceramic production. If you want to shop, visit the Hanley area of the city. The last point before heading back to Stone Base is the town of Chester, through which the River Dee flows. Located on the border of England and Wales, Chester is famous for its Tudor buildings in black and white. Take a stroll down the main street, Eastgate Street, where the history will be breathing down your neck. The whole town is literally dotted with historic water canals. Film fans may be interested to know that it was in Chester that actor Daniel Craig was born. You'll see this and much more if you follow the waterways to the Welsh border.