101 Wonders of the Waterways: A Guide to the Sights and Secrets of Britain's Canals and Rivers - Paperback
by Steve Haywood (Author), Moira Haynes (Author)
A charming and characterful guidebook to the best of Britain's diverse and fascinating canal network for all waterway enthusiasts.
Beautifully illustrated, this compendium uncovers the many extraordinary, notable and surprising places to be found on Britain's waterways. Our canals and rivers link into a diverse 3,000-mile-long network, and 101 Wonders of the Waterways shows you that wherever you find yourself in the country, there will be something nearby to give you a taste of this beautiful and nostalgia-infused world. Canal cruising experts Steve Haywood and Moira Haynes bring our waterways to life with their witty and lyrical prose, including many lesser-known and often ignored places - the best-kept secrets of Britain's canals and rivers. Some examples of wonders include: - Historic Hungerford in Berkshire, where William of Orange was staying when he was offered the crown after the Glorious RevolutionSteve Haywood is a writer, journalist and filmmaker, and the author of five previous waterways books. He's been a devoted inland waterways narrowboater for fifty years and has written a monthly column for the magazine Canal Boat for more than ten years. He is author of Tales from the Tillerman (Adlard Coles).
Moira Haynes is a trained journalist who has worked in local and regional newspapers. She has spent several years as a liveaboard cruising the length and breadth of our canals and navigable rivers.Made with care and unconditionally loved by our customers, this signature bestseller exceeds all expectations.
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