Napton Collection

Horse-Drawn Narrow Boat
A horse on the tow path of the Oxford Canal at Napton, Warwickshire, England. It is pulling a narrow pleasure boat full of holidaying students. Date: early 1960s

Oxford Canal Motor Boat
Holidays afloat! The converted narrow boat Mabel, with its crew of happy holidaymakers, on passage between locks, from Braunston to Oxford, Oxford Canal, Napton, Warwickshire. Date: 1960s

PUPILS from Southflelds Junior School, Hillfields, Coventry, are enjoying a term-time stay away from city life for the next two weeks at a " camp site school" in the Warwickshire

Pupils from Southflelds Junior School, Hillfields, Coventry, are enjoying a term-time stay away from city life for the next two weeks at a " camp site school" in the Warwickshire

Bursting of the Napton and Warwick Canal, 1869

Picture No. 10900561
Narrow Boats - on Oxford Canal Date:

Oxford Canal
A fine impression of the Oxford Canal, at the Folly, Napton, Warwickshire, England. Date: early 1960s

Students on Canal
Students plying private hire motor cruisers on the Oxford Canal, near Napton, Warwickshire, England. Date: early 1960s

Grand Union Canal Boat
A happy little boy aboard The Folly motor cruise boat on the Grand Union Canal at Napton, Warwickshire, England. Date: 1960s

Oxford Canal Scene
A pretty reach of the Oxford Canal, Napton, Warwickshire, England. Date: 1960s

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"Napton: A Journey Through Time on the Horse-Drawn Narrow Boat" Step back in time and embark on a captivating journey through Napton, a picturesque village nestled along the Oxford Canal. As you traverse the waterways, imagine the hustle and bustle of yesteryears when horse-drawn narrow boats were an integral part of transportation. One significant event etched in history is the bursting of the Napton and Warwick Canal in 1869. An engraving depicting this calamity serves as a reminder of how nature's forces can disrupt even the most meticulously crafted infrastructure. Fast forward to present times, where eager pupils from Southfields Junior School in Hillfields, Coventry eagerly explore these historic canals. Their youthful enthusiasm breathes life into these ancient waterways as they learn about their rich heritage and significance. The vibrant scenes along the Oxford Canal come alive with students gliding through its waters on motorboats. The Grand Union Canal also witnesses their joyous laughter echoing amidst serene surroundings. Napton offers more than just historical charm; it provides a tranquil escape from bustling city life. With its idyllic landscapes and peaceful ambiance, it becomes an oasis for those seeking solace or adventure alike. So hop aboard an Oxford Canal motorboat or join fellow travelers on a horse-drawn narrow boat to experience Napton's timeless allure firsthand. Let your senses be captivated by stunning vistas that have remained unchanged over centuries – truly a testament to this hidden gem's enduring beauty.