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The story of the Thames & Severn Canal is one of exceptional interest. Talked of as early as the first decade of the seventeenth century, it was the first trunk waterway ever to be proposed in this country.
A captivating look at the history of the Stroudwater and Thames and Severn Canals through a fascinating collection of beautiful photographs.
A captivating look at the history of the Stroudwater and Thames and Severn Canals through a fascinating collection of beautiful photographs.
Have you ever wondered about the people who lived and worked along the canals? Have you ever caught a glimpse of something they might have seen or an echo of something they might have heard? As the Stroudwater Navigation and the Thames and Severn canal wind their way from Framilode to Inglesham, they hold the stories of all who lived and worked on them. From Jack spinning yarns as he legs barges through the Sapperton Tunnel to Elizabeth swimming for all she is worth in the Wallbridge gala, the stories in 'Tales from the Towpath' span 250 years of life on the Cotswold canals. Mixing fact and fiction, they bring the past to life and, like all the best tales, appeal to children and adults alike.These original tales by storyteller Fiona Eadie are complemented by the evocative illustrations of local artist Tracy Spiers.
A brand new edition of a book first published in the 1970s and long out of print.
Part of the Tempus History & Guide series, this book offers an in-depth look at the Thames and Severn Canal. Prepared from 30 years of personal experience with the canal by the author, plus extensive research, this account traces the history back to the 1780s. In addition, information is provided on how to access the waterway and enjoy the extensive towpath network, and what important buildings remain.
This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which the Stroudwater Navigation has changed and developed over the last century.