Canal Map UK | UK Canal Network - Canal & River Trust
Across England and Wales our 2,000 miles of canals and rivers flow through cities, past homes, alongside offices and out into glorious countryside, bringing wellbeing opportunities to millions. Zoom in to the map to see more information about an area, including nearby facilities on and by the water. Or click 'View list' for a full list of our ...
Downloadable waterway guides | Canal & River Trust
Our downloadable waterway guides have been designed to help you navigate our canals and rivers. A must for all boat owners and users, these printer-friendly guides contain detailed maps and boating information for all our waterways in England and Wales.
Canals over time map - Canal & River Trust
Explore the map. Find out more about the past, present and future of our canal network using this interactive map. About our restoration map. This map illustrates purposely constructed canals. Please note that we have not been able to include all branches and waterways on this.
The Canal Age | Canal history - Canal & River Trust
Mar 13, 2024 · The first canal age. The 18th century saw a surge in canal building and the dawn of a new 'Canal Age'. Canal historian Mike Clarke explains why some canals were very successful and others were doomed to fail. Before 1700, most British inland waterways had been built by aristocratic landowners to carry agricultural products in southern England.
The seven wonders of the waterways | Canal & River Trust
Mar 13, 2024 · The longest, deepest, and highest canal tunnel in the country, Standedge Tunnel – on the Huddersfield Narrow Canal – is nearly three and a half miles long and took 16 years to build. At 196 metres (645 feet) above sea level, Standedge Tunnel burrows 194 metres (638 feet) underneath the Pennines.
Canal history - Canal & River Trust
Take a look at the historical structures you might see walking along our canals. Each canal provides a living museum to teach you about our country's history, from the work of James Brindley to the families that grew up on the water.
Canal route planner - Canal & River Trust
Nov 4, 2024 · Use our interactive map to help plan your route. You can check how many locks or tunnels you'll have to pass through, and where there are visitor moorings and boating facilities, such as water points.
Birmingham Canal Navigations | Canal Map - Canal & River Trust
See our stoppages pages here and check your route. Find out how the team in the West Midlands are helping to improve wellbeing in the region. Some say that the Birmingham Canal Navigations have more waterways than Venice. Why not find out for yourself with our handy maps and guides.
Waterway dimensions - Canal & River Trust
The below illustrations show how the profile of the canal bed should be considered, particularly for certain styles of boat including those with bilge keels and flatter hulls. Tumblehome When bringing your boat onto any of our waterways, you need to consider its dimensions.
Oxford Canal | UK Canal network - Canal & River Trust
Days out along the Oxford Canal. The Oxford Canal offers some great destinations for a family day out. Download free fun-packed local maps and activity sheets for these areas and make the most of your trip to the canal.
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