The Croydon and Rotherhithe company lost its opportunity for an independent route to Rotherhithe, having to share a common route with the Grand Surrey Canal.…
Continue ReadingThe Croydon and Rotherhithe Canal – Tracing the former route into Surrey
The canal’s full title to begin with was the Croydon and Rotherhithe Canal, in anticipation of a direct link to the Thames. The Croydon Canal,…
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Buildings of interest near London's Canals – St Pancras
St Pancras International Station Despite not actualy being on the canal, St Pancras has always formed a backdrop to the prospect from the locks of…
Continue ReadingHistoric locations near London's Canals – Marylebone goods depot
The Great Central Railway depot at Lisson Grove (Marylebone) Very litte is mentioned about this important part of Marylebone’s history. The Great Central Railway Company…
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