A charming and characterful guidebook to the best of Britain's diverse
and fascinating canal network for all waterway enthusiasts.
Beautifully illustrated, this compendium uncovers the many
extraordinary, notable and surprising places to be found on Britain's
waterways. Our canals and rivers link into a diverse 3,000-mile-long
network, and 101 Wonders of the Waterways shows you that wherever you
find yourself in the country, there will be something nearby to give you
a taste of this beautiful and nostalgia-infused world.
Canal cruising experts Steve Haywood and Moira Haynes bring our
waterways to life with their witty and lyrical prose, including many
lesser-known and often ignored places - the best-kept secrets of
Britain's canals and rivers. Some examples of wonders include:
- Historic Hungerford in Berkshire, where William of Orange was staying
when he was offered the crown after the Glorious Revolution
- The world famous Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, soaring spectacularly on
slender tapered columns 126 feet over the River Dee below
- Hest Bank, with its stunning views and the only place where a canal
runs so close to the seashore that you can smell the seaweed from the
back of your boat
As well as lively personal anecdotes, and insightful commentary on
Britain's heritage and history, this guide includes handy
recommendations to help you make the most of your visit to each wonder.
This is the book you will want to have in the back of your car, or
stuffed into your backpack, so you can find an idyllic place for a
picnic, or the perfect day trip for a long weekend.
