A little piece of the Chard Canal
Introduction
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A little piece of the Chard Canal
Image: © Neil Owen Taken: 9 Dec 2022
The Chard Canal was hoped to provide an extra route for the expanding canal system in the South West in the early 1800s. The canal was opened in 1842 but due to the elevated nature and difficult terrain, was beset with financial and logistical problems from the beginning. It closed in 1868 and was largely dug up. This short section in south Ilminster is perhaps the only bit still with water in it - and forms a little wildlife retreat. See Image
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Image Location
Latitude
50.92463
Longitude
-2.918215