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Opened throughout in 1772, the Staffs & Worcestershire Canal was designed by James Brindley as part of a scheme to allow traffic to operate between the Thames, Trent, Severn and Mersey.
Opened throughout in 1772, the Staffs & Worcestershire Canal was designed by James Brindley as part of a scheme to allow traffic to operate between the Thames,Trent, Severn and Mersey.
James Brindley created this successful canal in 1772.
Formed by Mrs Florence Lindley, Lowther College transferred to the castle, first as tenant and then purchasing the castle from the Williams family.
The Lords, Bailiff and Jurats of Romney Marsh used to hold their annual lunch there, and turned a blind eye to any smuggling activities.
He was given permission to skirt the Trafford Park Estate, but his big problem was crossing the Irwell, which he did with a beautiful stone aqueduct designed by James Brindley.
When permission for a canal was refused at Bewdley, James Brindley brought it to Stourport, following the Stour Valley and joining the Severn at this point.
