Ashby de la Zouch Canal, Market Bosworth
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Ashby de la Zouch Canal, Market Bosworth
Image: © Stephen McKay Taken: 21 Oct 2007
The Ashby de la Zouch Canal was opened in 1804 to give an outlet for the Leicestershire coalfield. Today it is navigable only as far north as a point near Snarestone, beyond which mining subsidence has forced closure. The canal is notable in having no locks throughout its length, and is a popular but peaceful waterway.
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