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Author: Ray Shill
Publisher:
Published: 2013-03-28
Total Pages: 96
ISBN-13: 9781445611495
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which East Midland Canals have changed and developed over the last century.
Author: Ray Shill
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
Published: 2012-07-15
Total Pages: 253
ISBN-13: 1445632101
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which West Midland Canals have changed and developed over the last century.
Author: Ray Shill
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
Published: 2013-02-15
Total Pages: 181
ISBN-13: 1445632438
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Wyrley & Essington Canal has changed and developed over the last century.
Author: Ray Shill
Publisher: The Crowood Press
Published: 2021-05-24
Total Pages: 425
ISBN-13: 1785008579
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →The Trent and Mersey Canal first came into use in 1777. A vital transport link for the industries of the midlands - indeed Josiah Wedgewood of the pottery was an early supporter - it carried coal, ironstone, limestone merchandise, pottery and salt. Despite the arrival of the railways and subsequently motorways, the carriage of freight continued up until 1970. After inevitable decline, various restoration programmes have been undertaken and the waterway is now popular with boaters. A working waterway for 250 years, the need to adapt to changing transport needs has been a constant factor in this canal's history. With over 100 archive and present-day photographs, maps and plans, the book describes the need for the canal and the key personnel who were involved in its inception. Engineering and constructions of the canal and its branches are looked at in detail along with further improvements to the canal and how these boosted trade. A century of ownership by railway companies, subsequent nationalisation and later decline is discussed. The book also looks at the people who lived and worked on the canal. Finally, restoration, rejuvenation and the future of the canal is covered.
Author: David Viner
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
Published: 2013-06-15
Total Pages: 276
ISBN-13: 1445635518
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which the Thames & Severn Canal has changed and developed over the last century.
Author: Ray Shill
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
Published: 2014-07-15
Total Pages: 168
ISBN-13: 1445633337
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which the Northern Canals have changed and developed over the last century.
Author: Chris Thompson
Publisher: Sigma Press
Published: 2005
Total Pages: 220
ISBN-13: 9781850588245
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Author: Stuart Fisher
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Published: 2017-01-12
Total Pages: 336
ISBN-13: 1472940024
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Canals of Britain is a comprehensive and absorbing survey of the entire canal network of the British Isles - the first of its kind. It provides a fascinating insight into the linked up waterways as well as the isolated cuts and quiet waters which may not be fully navigable by larger craft. Infinitely varied, it passes picturesque open countryside, wild moorland, coastal harbours, historic industrial buildings, modern city centres, canalside public houses and abundant wildlife. Stuart Fisher looks at every aspect of the canals - their construction, rich history, stunning scenery, heritage, incredible engineering, impressive architecture and even their associated folklore, wildlife and art. Enticing photographs give a flavour of each place and places of interest close to the canals are included. For those who are keen to explore that little bit further, taking smaller boats to points beyond which others usually turn back, there is information on little-known parts of the system, offering a new insight into this country's unique, surprising and beautiful canal network. Attractive, inspiring and foremost a practical guide, this has proved very popular with canal enthusiasts and boaters wanting to get the most out of Britain's canals. This third edition has been revised to reflect the ever-changing landscape of Britain's canals, and includes many new colour photographs to help bring it to life.
Author: Ray Shill
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
Published: 2014-12-15
Total Pages: 188
ISBN-13: 1445644312
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which the West Midlands Railways have changed and developed over the last century.
