Canal Boat Collection (page 3)

View of the Canal Saint-Martin, Paris, 1870. Artist: Alfred Sisley
View of the Canal Saint-Martin, Paris, 1870. From the collection of the Musee d Orsay, Paris, France

Double inclined plane for moving tub boats from one level to another on a canal, 1796. Boats were lowered on rails and counterbalanced by a tub containing water

Horse hauling a barge on the Regents Canal at Park Village East, London, 1829. Artist: W Radcliff
Horse hauling a barge on the Regents Canal at Park Village East, London, 1829. The Regents Canal, connecting the Paddington Canal and the Thames at Limehouse, was opened in 1820

Crinan Canal at Lochgilphead, Scotland, 1891. Opened in 1801, the Crinan Canal linked Loch Fyne to the Atlantic. It was designed by the Scottish civil engineer John Rennie (1761-1821)

The Double Lock and East Entrance to the Islington Tunnel, Regents Canal, 1827. Artist: Frederick James Havell
The Double Lock and East Entrance to the Islington Tunnel, Regents Canal, 1827; showing two horse drawn canal boats passing through the lock, approaching the tunnel

Wedgwood Etruria potteries, Hanley, Staffordshire. The factory viewed from the Etruria Canal which was constructed in order to transport finished wares from the potteries

The Aire and Calder Navigation, Leeds, Yorkshire, 1828. Artist: J Shury
The Aire and Calder Navigation, Leeds, Yorkshire, 1828. View showing shipping, warehousing and smoking chimneys in the background. From History of the County of Yorks

Rolle Canal and Aqueduct, near Torrington, Devon, 1829. Artist: T Dixon
Rolle Canal and Aqueduct, near Torrington, Devon, 1829. Horses drawing tub boats over the aqueduct. The Rolle Canal was built at the instigation of Lord Rolle to link his estates corn mills with

Junction of Regents Canal at Paddington Basin, London, 1828. The Regents Canal, connecting the Paddington Canal and the Thames at Limehouse, was opened in 1820

Canal boat, 1796. Artist: Robert Fulton
Canal boat, 1796. A canal boat for passengers and freight with framework for a tarpaulin (top) and covered with the tarpaulin (bottom)

Gasworks on Regents Canal, London, 1828
Gas works on Regents Canal, London, 1828. A barge on the Regents Canal passing in front of a gasworks. The Regents Canal, connecting the Paddington Canal and the Thames at Limehouse

Entrance to the Erie Canal at Buffalo, New York, 1880s
Lake Erie freighters and Erie Canal barges along the waterfront of Buffalo, New York, 1880s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Travel by railroad and canal, 1837
Advertisement for rail and canal travel from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh and Louisville, 1837. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Barges towed by steam power on the Erie Canal
Steam-powered canal-boat towing a barge on the Erie Canal, 1880s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Mules towing a barge on the Erie Canal
Grain-boat towed by a mule team on the Erie Canal, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Taking the census - with the bargees. 17 June 1921

An outing on the Erie Canal in the early 1800s
Passengers enjoying a cruise on the Erie Canal, 1820s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Erie Canal in Buffalo, New York
Boats at their moorings on the Erie Canal in Buffalo, New York, 1880s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Edinburgh Quay and the Lochrin Basin, boats on The Union Canal, Edinburgh, Lothian, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Gas Street Basin, Birmingham Canal Navigations (BCN), Birmingham, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Birmingham Canal Navigations (BCN), Birmingham, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Overground train drives past canal by artists studios and warehouses in Hackney Wick, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Canal boats on the Regents Canal, Little Venice, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The Central Canal at La Louviere in the province of Hainaut in southwestern Belgium

Tourists ride in a canal boat at the city of Bruges in the province of West Flanders, Belgium

A typical barge family

A view of the Canal Basin, Brecon and Monmouthshire Canal, Brecon, Brecon Beacons National Park, Powys, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

River festival, Stratford upon Avon, Warwickshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Boats docked at night along a canal near the Amstel River in Amsterdam, Netherlands

Canal boat on the Amstel River in Amsterdam, Netherlands

Narrowboat navigating Leeds Lock No 1 Aire and Calder Navigation, Leeds, West Yorkshire, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Narrowboat at Granary Wharf, Leeds, West Yorkshire, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. At 307 metres, this aqueduct is the longest and highest cast-iron aqueduct in the world. It carries the Llangollen canal 38 metres above the River Dee

The Worcester and Birmingham canal at Tardebigge Canal Village in Worcestershire, the Midlands, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Canal pilot on the Erie Canal
" Buffalo Jack, " a canal-boat pilot on the Erie Canal, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

A long boat on the Shropshire Union Canal at Audlem in Cheshire
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Timbered buildings, La Petite France Canal, Strasbourg, Alsace, France, Europe

Bateau on canal, Strasbourg, Alsace, France, Europe

Port d Homps, Canal du Midi, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Minervois region, Languedoc Roussillon, France, Europe

Boulevard de Monplaisir, Canal du Midi, UNESCO World Heritage Site, town of Toulouse, Haute-Garonne, Midi-Pyrenees, France, Europe

St. Georges church, Castlefield Canal, Manchester, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Moored boats on the Wey navigation from the south side of Craft Lock, Sutton Green, Surrey, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Grand Union Canal, Stoke Bruerne, Northamptonshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Canal and village Stoke Bruerne, Grand Union Canal, Northamptonshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Marsworth Locks, Grand Union Canal, the Chilterns, Buckinghamshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Spring afternoon on the River Wey Navigation, near Pyrford, Surrey, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Traditional narrow boat on Oxford Canal, England, United Kingdom, Europe

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"Exploring the Serene Canals: A Journey through Waterways and Villages" Embark on a picturesque adventure along the tranquil canals, immersing yourself in the charm of village life and uncovering fascinating history at the Waterways Museum in Stoke Bruerne, located on the idyllic Grand Union Canal in Northamptonshire. In Skipton, nestled within Yorkshire Dales National Park, marvel at the sight of narrow boats gracefully gliding along the Liverpool Leeds canal. The vibrant colors and quaint atmosphere make it a true gem to behold. Discover Birmingham's hidden treasures as you stroll along Gas Street Canal Basin. Admire narrow boats and barges moored against a backdrop of city center hustle and bustle - an enchanting blend of old-world charm meeting modern urbanity. Witness engineering brilliance at Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that stands tall since its construction between 1795 to 1805. This architectural masterpiece is part of Ellesmere Canal's legacy, offering breathtaking views above waterways below. Cross continents to Troy, New York where an Erie Canal barge awaits your arrival. Step back in time as you explore this historic vessel that once played a vital role in America's industrial growth. Experience sheer wonderment as you witness narrow boats navigate through locks on both Liverpool Leeds canal and Aylesbury Arm of Grand Union Canal in Buckinghamshire. These intricate systems showcase human ingenuity harmonizing with nature's beauty. Travel across borders to Schenectady, New York for another glimpse into Erie Canal's rich heritage. Here lies yet another testament to mankind's ability to tame waterways for trade and transportation purposes. At Kingswood Junction, embrace tranquility where Stratford and Grand Union Canals meet. Immerse yourself amidst serene surroundings while appreciating how these interconnected routes have shaped local communities over centuries.