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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.
Table of Contents
Acknowledgements 6 (3)
Introduction 9 (121)
1. Historical Summary 18 (6)
2. Building and Running the 'Great 24 (17)
Undertaking'
3. Leisure and Pleasure 41 (8)
4. Restoration - the First Thirty Years 49 (11)
1972-2002
5. Stroud to Brimscombe 60 (11)
6. Brimscombe Port into the Golden Valley 71 (13)
7. Climbing to Daneway 84 (13)
8. Sapperton Tunnel 97 (13)
9. Along the Summit to Cirencester 110(20)
10. Siddington to Cricklade Wharf 130(14)
11. Eastern Section to the Thames 144(12)
Further Reading 156(3)
Index 159