Collins/Nicholson Waterways Guides (2) - Severn, Avon & Birmingham Book

Popular guide covering the canals and waterways around Birmingham and the River Severn. Colour Ordnance Survey(R) maps clearly show locks towpaths and boating facilities. There are also comprehensive navigational notes as well as descriptions of the towns and villages pubs and restaurants alongside the waterways. In print for over 30 years the Collins/Nicholson guides to the waterways have always been a vital part of journeys along Britain's canals and rivers. They are designed for anyone and everyone with an interest in Britain's inland waterways -- from experienced boaters to those planning their first boat trip as well as walkers cyclists and visitors. The Ordnance Survey (R) Maps have added information showing: * Locks bridges tunnels aqueducts winding holes and towpaths. * Waterpoints sanitary stations pump out facilities and refuse disposal. * Boatyards pubs restaurants and local shops. * Mile markers and milestones (distance in miles and number of locks to strategic points along the waterways). Text includes: * The history and background to each canal.* Local services and places of interest pubs and restaurants and NEW for this edition: postcodes added for each place. * Opportunities for walking and cycling. * NEW for this edition: notes on wildlife to be found along the waterways. Comprehensive navigational notes include: * Maximum dimensions and low bridges. * Mileages advice and potential hazards. * Navigation authorities and contact details. Waterways covered in this guide -- River Avon Birmingham Canal Navigations (Main Line) Droitwich Canal Gloucester & Sharpness Canal and the River Severn Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal Stourbridge and Dudley Canals Stratford-on-Avon Canal Worcester & Birmingham Canal.Read More