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Adlard Coles  |  Barcode: 9781399404266

Discovering London's Canals

On foot, by bike or by boat
Authors: Derek Pratt, Richard Mayon-White
Edition: 2023
Format: Paperback
Size: 216 x 140 mm
£1299
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Explore 60 Miles of Hidden London Waterways

This beautifully illustrated guide uncovers London’s canals – perfect for walking, boating or cycling through the city's greenest, quietest corners.

Discovering London's Canals is a fascinating guide to exploring the capital’s hidden waterways – whether on foot, by bike or by boat. Derek Pratt and Richard Mayon-White uncover over 60 miles of scenic routes through London, revealing a world of narrowboats, wildlife, waterside pubs and historic landmarks that many locals hardly know exist.

With helpful information boxes, travel directions, clear maps and beautiful photography, this guide is perfect for day trips or short strolls. Whether you’re navigating the Grand Union, Paddington or Regent’s Canals, or exploring the Lee and lesser-known routes, you’ll find practical advice and insight on every stretch. Each route is suitable for walking, running or cycling and can be enjoyed year-round.

This book invites readers to rediscover London through its waterways – a peaceful and vibrant network winding through unexpected corners of the city.

Table of Contents
  • Introduction
  • London’s other waterway
  • The Grand Union main line, Brentford to Denham
  • The Slough Arm
  • The Paddington Canal
  • The Regent’s Canal
  • The Lee
  • Some other London waterways
  • Conclusion
  • Further reading
  • Useful addresses
About the Authors

Derek Pratt is a professional photographer and specialist writer on inland waterways. Over 45 years he has built a large library of stunning canal photography and authored several books and articles on the subject.

Richard Mayon-White is a retired epidemiologist who has lived in the Thames Valley for 60 years. A lifelong riverside walker, he volunteers on the Thames Path and leads riverside walks. He is co-author of Exploring the Thames Wilderness and Discovering London’s Canals.

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