Building for the Rolle Canal inclined plane
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Building for the Rolle Canal inclined plane
Image: © David Smith Taken: 23 Jan 2015
The canal boats were hauled up an inclined plane from the lower level of the canal to a higher level. The plane ran through the gate on the left. The restoration project team believe that this was a stable for horses working the canal and inclined plane.
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Image Location
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