Canals of the United Kingdom
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The canals of the United Kingdom are a major part of the network of inland waterways in the United Kingdom. They have a varied history, from use for irrigation and transport, through becoming the focu
Traditional working canal boats
The Manchester Ship Canal can accommodate ships with a length of up to 600 feet (183 m).
'...gleaming brass and gaily-painted metalware....' Saul, Gloucestershire
The Oxford Canal near Rugby
Grand Union Canal
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The Grand Union Canal in England is part of the British canal system. It is the principal navigable waterway between London and the Midlands. Starting in London, one arm runs to Leicester and another
Canals of the United Kingdom
…Bastard boats or Statters (12' / 3.65 m beam; wide boats on Manchester, Bolton & Bury) Broad-beam boats (called "wide boats" on the Grand Union canal, 2.2 m to 4.3 m beam) Cabin Cruisers…
The Grand Union Canal passing Trellick Tower at Westbourne Park, London
The canal at Braunston
The Grand Union Canal near Westbourne Park, London
The Thames Lock on the Grand Union Canal, Brentford, West London. Photo taken in twilight at the peak of a spring tide