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Canal Museum

Canal Museum 2
 Housed in a restored corn mill on the bank of the Grand     Union  Canal, the museum collection vividly portrays the  heritage of 200 years of  inland waterways.

 This fascinating and colourful insight into a transport              system, fundamental to the industrial revolution in Britain, is complemented by  the 'living canal' outside with its flight of locks, boats and the Blisworth  Tunnel.

Explore the mysteries of this intriguing part of our heritage  through working models, videos, pictorial and three dimensional displays  portraying every aspect of the waterways. From amazing feats of engineering to  the shining brass and colourful decoration that contrasts so sharply with the  harsh reality of canal life, you will find something to interest all the  family.

Education Services
The Canal Museum welcomes school  parties and educational visits. Specialist staff are available to assist  teachers and students in planning visits and projects. School/activity room  available. Please call for details

Canal boat Courses
The Museum regularly runs courses in such subjects as narrowboat  decoration and fendermaking and ropework. Details available upon  request.

Shop
Stocks the most comprehensive range of canal  books in the country. Fine quality souvenirs, painted canal ware and waterways  gifts guides and publications.

Boat Trips
Cruise along the  Grand Union Canal in splendid tranquility.
Call Stoke Bruerne Boat Company  for details 01604 862107
or Indian Chief on 01604 862428

Walks
Stoke Bruerne offers two pleasant canalside walks. The short route to the  Blisworth Tunnel or follow the towpath down the flight of seven  locks

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Please  call to confirm opening times

Stoke Bruerne,
Towcester
Northamptonshire
off A508

Tel: (01604) 862229