Knitting is afloat, reports the Burnley Citizen in an article headlined Wool traders turn back clock on Lancashire canal.
Two enterprising traders, Carole and Colin Wareing have spent the summer months selling yarn from their narrowboat as they slowly travelled from Burscough to Leeds and back.
The article is a quick and interesting read and includes fascinating contextual details about how the canal was used – and how few floating shops there are today.
Read the article to find out more or if you're in the area, email Carole and Colin at colinandcarolescreations@yahoo.co.uk to find out where they'll be stopping next.
