Shropshire Union Canal Collection

Canal lock built from iron because of sandy soil conditions, Beeston Iron Lock, Shropshire Union Canal, Beeston, Tarporley, Cheshire, England, october

Narrowboat moving through canal staircase lock, Bunbury Locks, Shropshire Union Canal, Bunbury, Cheshire, England, january

Canal lock
Wintery shot of the lock adjacent bridge No.108 on Shropshire Union Canal, Tiverton, Cheshire. IoE 55832

Barges crossing the Pontcysyllte aqueduct
Canal barges crossing the Pontcysyllte Aquaduct, near Llangollen, Clwyd, Wales, UK. The aqueduct, built between 1795 and 1805

Narrowboats on moored on canal bank, Canal Bridge 107, Shropshire Union Canal, Beeston, Tarporley, Cheshire, England, october

View of mist over canal aquaduct at dusk, Shopshire Union Canal, Wern, Powys, Wales, december

Narrowboat leaving canal lock, built from iron because of sandy soil conditions, Beeston Iron Lock, Shropshire Union Canal, Beeston, Tarporley, Cheshire, England, october

Narrowboat moored at canal bank, Shropshire Union Canal, Beeston, Tarporley, Cheshire, England, october

Narrowboats on canal, Shropshire Union Canal, Beeston, Tarporley, Cheshire, England, october

Narrowboats moored on canal, Shropshire Union Canal, Bunbury, Cheshire, England, january

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"Exploring the Shropshire Union Canal: A Journey through History and Beauty" Discover the fascinating engineering marvels of the Shropshire Union Canal, where history intertwines with breathtaking scenery. One such wonder is Beeston Iron Lock, a testament to human ingenuity in overcoming sandy soil conditions. Located in Beeston, this lock stands tall as a reminder of the canal's rich past. As you navigate through Bunbury Locks, another captivating sight awaits. Watch in awe as narrowboats gracefully move through this staircase lock, showcasing the intricate workings of this waterway system. Found in Bunbury, Cheshire, England, these locks are a true spectacle to behold. Whitchurch offers its own slice of canal charm with its picturesque canal lock. Here you can witness boats gently gliding up or down as they traverse this essential part of the Shropshire Union Canal network. It's an enchanting scene that captures both tranquility and industriousness. The Pontcysyllte aqueduct takes your breath away as barges confidently cross over it. This architectural masterpiece showcases not only man's ability to conquer nature but also his desire for connectivity and trade between regions. In October along the Beeston stretch near Tarporley, Cheshire, narrowboats dotting the canal create a mesmerizing sight against autumn hues. Moored on Canal Bridge 107 or leisurely cruising along calm waters; each boat tells its own story amidst this idyllic setting. During December in Wern, Powys Wales mist blankets the canal aqueduct at dusk creating an ethereal atmosphere that transports you into another realm altogether—a moment frozen in time where nature meets human-made structures harmoniously. Leaving no stone unturned on our journey is yet another encounter with Beeston Iron Lock—this time witnessing a narrowboat departing from its sturdy embrace—an ode to resilience and adaptability against challenging terrains.