WALKERS looking for new ways to enjoy their physical exercise during the Covid-19 pandemic are invited to learn more about the local history on their doorstep.
The Wilts & Berks Canal Trust has updated its popular leaflet which retraces the route of the former waterway through Melksham.
Volunteer Brian Wright said: “The pandemic restrictions mean people are keen to make the most of local walks, so we hope the canal trail will provide a new route for them to enjoy as well as generating interest in our ongoing restoration campaign.
“Much of the original line through the town has been lost under modern roads and housing so we hope to gain planning permission to utilise the River Avon instead.