Oxford and Grand Union Pearson Canal Companion

Description

This canal companion describes two canals from the Midlands to Southern England, along with the delightful upper reaches of the River Thames thrown in for good measure.

The Oxford Canal features in its entirety, all the way from the outskirts of Coventry to Oxford, the City of Dreaming Spires. It is one of the most beautiful canals in the country, whilst its towpath is a designated long distance foot path too.

Coverage of the mighty Grand Union commences at the canal centre of Braunston in Northamptonshire and runs all the way down to Brentford (where it links with Pearsonís Canal Companion to the Kennet & Avon and River Thames) and Paddington in central London. Also included are the branches to Northampton, Aylesbury, Wendover and Slough. Additionally, the Leicester Section of the Grand Union, up as far as the famous flight of locks at Foxton and Market Harborough, is also featured.

The Oxford and Grand Union Pearson Canal companion uses large scale maps and diagrams that are accompanied by a wide-ranging documentary. It is of particular interest to boaters, walkers and cyclists providing descriptions of waterside towns and villages, listings on eating and drinking, shopping, visitor centres, public transport and boating facilities.

Published in 2021, this is the 8th Edition of this Oxford and Grand Union Pearson Canal Companion.