Hawne Basin, Halesowen
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Hawne Basin, Halesowen
Image: © Chris Allen Taken: 27 Jul 2014
This nicely restored basin is the current navigable limit of the Dudley No. 2 canal. Beyond is the large Somers forge - perhaps best remembered for involvement in the Iraqi 'super gun' affair. It is a pity this basin is locked off and not accessible to the public.
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Image Location
Latitude
52.457453
Longitude
-2.04028