Birmingham and the Heart of England: Book 3 (Collins/Nicholson Waterways Guides) - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0007211112 ISBN 13: 9780007211111

Publisher: Nicholson, 2006

Synopsis

Colour maps clearly showing locks, towpaths and boating facilities as well as comprehensive navigational notes.

First published in the 1970s, the Collins/Nicholson guides to the waterways are designed for anyone and everyone with an interest in Britain’s inland waterways – experienced boaters and those planning their first boat trip, walkers, cyclists and visitors.

Maps show:
· locks, bridges, tunnels, aqueducts, winding holes and the towpath;
· waterpoints, sanitary stations, pump out facilities and refuse disposal;
· boatyards, pubs, restaurants and shops;
· mile markers and milestones (distance in miles and number of locks to strategic points along the waterways).

Text includes:
· the history of each canal; local services and places of interest, pubs and restaurants;
· opportunities for walking and cycling.

Comprehensive navigational notes include:
· maximum dimensions and low bridges;
· mileages, advice and potential hazards;
· navigation authorities and contact details.

Waterways covered in this guide – Ashby Canal, Birming Canal Navigations (Main Line), Birmingham & Faxeley Canal, Coventry Canal, Erewash Canal, Grand Union Canal (Main Line, Leicester Section and the River Soar), Oxford Canal, Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal, Stratford-on-Avon Canal, Worcester and Birmingham Canal, Trent & Mersey Canal.

About this edition

• Publisher: Nicholson
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 0007211112
• ISBN 13: 9780007211111
• Binding: Spiral-bound
• Number of pages: 168