Gloucester & Sharpness Canal towpath
Introduction
The photograph on this page of Gloucester & Sharpness Canal towpath by Pauline E as part of the Geograph project.
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Gloucester & Sharpness Canal towpath
Image: © Pauline E Taken: 10 Apr 2010
Steam tugs, introduced in 1860, eventually replaced the use of horses to tow vessels along the canal. The towpath is now open for walkers and cyclists along its length. Check here http://www.gloucesterdocks.me.uk/canal/canalaccess.htm for access details.
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Image Location
Latitude
51.775677
Longitude
-2.366356