Cape Top Lock No 25, Grand Union Canal
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Cape Top Lock No 25, Grand Union Canal
Image: © Dr Neil Clifton Taken: 6 Apr 1972
The boatman seen leaving his boat here is probably making his way to the lockside pub, the 'Cape of Good Hope', to enjoy a pint before the 4 hours or so of hard work awaiting him as he tackles the 21 wide locks of the Hatton flight.
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Image Location
Latitude
52.292516
Longitude
-1.594701