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	The Grand Western Canal
		The Grand Western canal promoters foresaw a copperbottomed financial venture in connecting to Taunton, and thence to Bristol, with a canal which would provide a ready outlet for their abundant agricultural produce from the West Country, whilst, at the same time, allow import of coal, from the coalfields of South Wales.
		When the Bridgewater and Taunton Canal was opened in 1827, bringing coal from Bridgwater, it was urgent that the Grand Western Canal Company reconsider a connection to Taunton, despite a further 11 miles to cut and a drop of over 270 feet [80.0m].
		The depth of the canal would be minimal, and to the use of water greatly reduced by using mechanical aids to lift and lower the tubs over the drop of 270 feet.
	www.gardenstrusts.org.uk /Archive/GWC.html (1078 words)

	Grand Western Canal (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
		A canal built between Tiverton and Taunton in the United Kingdom.
		The first section of the canal was built in 1814 and runs from Tiverton to the Devon / Somerset border.
		This section of the canal was abandoned in 1867.
	www.encyclopedia-1.com /g/gr/grand_western_canal.html (113 words)

	Grand Western Canal - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The Grand Western Canal is a canal between Tiverton and Taunton in the United Kingdom.
		The canal was built as part of a failed scheme to link the Bristol Channel with the English Channel by building a canal from Taunton to Topsham.
		This section of the canal, from Taunton to Lowdwells, was abandoned in 1867 and is now dry.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Grand_Western_Canal (280 words)

	Waterways Engineers and Surveyors from Gravatt, William (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
		He made his report on the state of the canal and was asked to dredge and straighten the channel and to repair the Double Locks.
		He recommended that the canal should be extended 2 miles down the estuary to Turf so that craft drawing up to 12 feet could enter the canal on all tides.
		He re-surveyed the line of the canal and suggested that the draught of boats should be increased by a foot to 4 feet 6 inches.
	easyweb.easynet.co.uk /jim.shead/Engineers7.html (2237 words)

	Grand Weston Canal (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
		The Grand Western Canal was part of a huge scheme to carry trade between the West Country and London.
		Apart from lime the main canal trade turned out to be coal from Taunton but it had to be brought by road for the first 11 miles to Holcombe Rogus from where it travelled on the canal into Tiverton.
		The canal basin and terminus of the Tiverton Branch is on the south east side of the town close to the junction of the two minor roads coming in from Butterleigh and Manley.
	www.canals.btinternet.co.uk /canals/grandweston.htm (3947 words)

	History Of The Grand Western Horse-Drawn Barge
		The Grand Western Canal dates back to 1814, when it was built as part of a major transportation plan to link the Exeter Ship Canal to the Bridgwater and Taunton Canal, thus avoiding the long and dangerous voyage around Land End.
		The canal was built primary for the use of the lime trade, conveying stone from the quarries at Loudwells to Tiverton Lime Kilns for firing and producing lime for farming and house building.
		However the Canal also witnessed the intrusion of the Railways with the building of the Aqueduct and then the opening of the Tiverton Branch Line in 1838, which, resulted in the Canal's decline whereupon it was sold to GWR.
	www.horseboat.co.uk /history.html (409 words)

	BRIDGWATER & TAUNTON CANAL (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
		The first part of the plan was a canal from Exeter to Taunton, passing close to Tiverton (to be known as the Grand Western Canal).
		The new canal company were ordered not to build a tunnel at Clevedon (south of Bristol) or to start work at Bridgwater until all other sections of the canal were complete.
		The canal restorers, BW and the Somerset County Council should be praised for their many years of work in bringing back to life one of the UK’s nicest "country canals".
	www.canals.btinternet.co.uk /canals/bridgwatertaunton.htm (4329 words)

	Doreset & Somerset Canal (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
		The canal was to be 49 miles long from the Kennet and Avon Canal, between Bradford and Bath, to Sturminster Newton, on the River Stour.
		The proprietors of the Dorset and Somerset Canal made the strange decision to start building in the middle of their route on what would eventually be just a branch line to the west of Frome.
		Access to the canal and the top lift is said to be possible by walking south east from the road across the field on the northern side of the railway.
	www.btinternet.com /~canals/canals/dorsetandsomersetcanal.htm (2263 words)

	South Western Waters
		First visit was to the restored section of the Grand Western Canal in Tiverton, maintained as a linear country park by Devon County Council, and very well used, judging by my fleeting visit on a hot summer day.
		Although barge width, it is in the style of a narrow boat with all the colourful romantic necessities of roses and castles, and masses of diamonds, but because of the height of the cabins for headroom inside, the cabin proportions are rather non traditional, not to say lumpy.
		It also flooded the old barge building workshop that houses the remains of the last remaining Bude canal tub boat and for the first time since it was rescued from the mud in 1970 it was again awash with canal water.
	www.canaljunction.com /news/mainline13.htm (1288 words)

	BBC - Devon - Grand Western Canal cycle route at Tiverton and Sampford Peverell
		The canal was closed as a commercial waterway in 1925.
		Designed by John Rennie and built at the end of the nineteenth century, the canal was closed as a commercial waterway in 1925.
		The Grand Western Canal forms part of the West Country Way cycle route which runs from Padstow to Bristol.
	www.bbc.co.uk /devon/outdoors/cycling/grand_western.shtml (387 words)

	Grand Western Canal Information (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
		The canal is 11 and a quarter miles long, with an accessible and level towpath following the whole length.
		The canal was originally built in 1814 to transport limestone and coal.
		The Grand Western Canal was a working waterway from its construction until 1924 when a large leak near Halberton caused the canal to split in two and all trade ceased.
	www.discovertiverton.co.uk /canal.asp (679 words)

	Grand Western Canal Country Park, Tiverton, Devon
		The Grand Western Canal is an attractive stretch of isolated canal, winding its way through the soft rural landscape of mid-Devon, enticing an abundance of local wildlife.
		The canal is a mass of colour in spring and summer with an abundance of wild flowers growing on the water's edge.
		The canal is also a hotspot for butterflies and dragonflies in spring, summer and early autumn, feasting on nectar and smaller insects sheltering in the vegetation.
	www.naturesouthwest.co.uk /main/en/att-provider-6581.html (302 words)

	Hôtel Venise, Italie : hôtel à Venise en promo jusqu’à -40% !
		Cet hôtel qui se trouve au bord du Grand Canal dans le quartier de Cannaregio, est à quelques pas seulement d'une gare ferroviaire et d'un arrêt de vaporetto...
		Palais tranquille du XIVe siècle donnant sur le Grand Canal, près du pont du Rialto.
		Le Grand canal vient lécher les murs de ce palais typique du XVIe siècle, transformé en consulat, puis en hôtel en 2004, situé sur une place...
	www.expedia.fr /hotels/hotel-italie/hotel-venise.aspx (887 words)

	COSMIC DISCOUNT TRAVEL RESERVATION -- global discount hotel reservations
		The All Suites Torre Dell'Orologio is a traditional Venetian palazzo, situated in the centre of the city, just 35 metres from the Clock Tower, which is well-known as the principal entrance to the famo more...
		The Concordia Hotel in Venice, Italy, 400 meters from the Grand Canal, is in close proximity to the city's main attractions.
		Hotel Monaco & Grand Canal - A Summit Hotel is located on the Grand Canal across the water from Santa Maria della Salute Church in Venice, Italy.
	travel.ian.com /index.jsp?pageName=hotNetList&cid=99994&city=VENICE&stateProvince=&country=ITALY&hotel=2 (369 words)

	Grand Western Canal
		The Grand Western Canal Country Park meanders through beautiful mid-Devon countryside and quiet villages between Tiverton and Lowdwells (near the Somerset border).
		The Canal Basin in Tiverton is well signposted from the M5 and provides car parking, public toilets, a small visitor centre, Tea Gardens and a floating shop/café.
		HUNDREDS of boating enthusiasts are expected in Devon next year after the Grand Western Canal was named as the host for the 2008 IWA National Trailboat Festival.
	www.devon.gov.uk /grand_western_canal (369 words)

	Grand Western Canal: Waterscape.com
		The 11 miles of Grand Western Canal between Tiverton and Lowdwells are the remains of an ambitious scheme to link the English and Bristol Channels.
		The canal from Lowdwells to Taunton is derelict, though restoration is being considered.
		The canal also provides an ideal habitat for many plants and animals as well as opportunities to participate in a variety of recreational activities.
	www.waterscape.com /Grand_Western_Canal (269 words)

	Local Walks around Tiverton (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
		From the Canal Basin at Canal Hill, follow the towpath along for as long as you like.
		The Canal is about 11 miles long and extends as far as Holcombe Rogus and provides excellent level walking away from any noisy traffic.
		Return to the Canal Basin down Canal Hill, or rejoin the towpath either at Tidcombe Bridge by turning right at the old tree into Tidcombe Lane or via Spurway Road (a little further down Canal Hill) and the Wilcombe footbridge.
	www.discovertiverton.co.uk /walks.asp (469 words)

	BirdForum - A Devonian Goes Along the Grand Western Canal!
		This is a drawbridge to relieve canal users of having to risk their lives crossing the Tivvy Road Bridge to reach the canal towpath.
		Another first for the canal, I could not believe my eyes when I realised I was watching a Meadow Pipit perched on the reed stems drinking from the canal too.
		I soon understood the attraction of this place as the field behind the canal had been left uncultivated over winter and was now a stubble and weed field.
	www.birdforum.net /showthread.php?t=4361 (1013 words)

	Lodgehill Farm Hotel - Tour Photos (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
		This is a winter view of our end of the canal - in the summer, the place is thronging with visitors and sight-seers.
		A pleasant and easy, level walk can be had along the canal for many miles, free from traffic noise.
		Canal freight gradually dwindled to nothing in the 1920s, after which the canal was used for growing water-lilies and for fishing.
	www.lodgehill.dial.pipex.com /m_canal.htm (374 words)

	Venice Hotels - Hotels In Venice Italy - Venice Italy Hotels
		Overlooking a Venetian canal, the Arlecchino Hotel is within walking distance of Saint Marks Square and approximately 20 miles from the Marco Polo Airport.
		This first class hotel is located directly on the Grand Canal in the heart of Venice, walking distance from Saint Mark Square, and approximately three miles from Marco Polo Tessera Airport.
		Overlooking the canal and Bridge of Sighs Colombina is 100 meters from Saint Mark's Square and approximately eight miles from Marco Polo Airport.
	www.hotelfinderitaly.com /Venice.html (1118 words)

	General Warde's (Yspitty) Canal (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
		Originally called the Gloucester and Berkley Canal its southern terminus was changed to Sharpness in 1818.
		Saul Canal Festival : Saul Canal Festival is the new title for what was once known as the Saul Junction Boat Gathering.
		Was an 11 mile level canal from Johnstone, Renfrewshire, to Port Eglinton on the upper Clyde.
	easyweb.easynet.co.uk /jim.shead/General-Wardes-Yspitty-Canal.html (1329 words)

	Grand Western Horseboat Company Devon Westcountry Net (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
		The Canal is a country park, which provides calmness, peace and a rare way to travel with so much to discover........
		At the Wharf, delicious aromas drift on the air as home-made cakes and fluffy scones are baked aboard the Canal Restaurant Barge.
		The horsedrawn barge departs from The Wharf, Canal Hill, Tiverton and Devon overlooks the town from the south.
	www.westcountry.net /devon/grand_western_horseboat_company.htm (300 words)

	[No title] (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
		The Grand Western Canal offers a charming off-road cycle route, with fine views over the rolling hills of Mid Devon and on to the Blackdowns.
		The canal was first planned in 1792 to cut across the Westcountry isthmus and thus save shipping freight by the long and dangerous Land’s End journey.
		Terrain: The canal is level, but the surface (although now partly gravelled and levelled) is still rough in parts and muddy after rain.
	www.devonlife.co.uk /sections/mag/article.cfm?id=186 (945 words)

	Grand Western Canal Country Park in Tiverton - West Country - UK Attraction
		Grand Western Canal Country Park in Tiverton - West Country - UK Attraction
		There are 24 bridges, 9 milestones and an aqueduct to see along the 11-mile stretch of Grand Western Canal.
		Many of the canal buildings and bridges are listed as being of historic interest and have been restored by the canal ranger and volunteers.
	www.ukattraction.com /west-country/grand-western-canal-country-park.htm (243 words)

	Executive Committee - Ed/00/33/hq (ED/00/33/HQ) - 19 January 2000 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
		A proportion of the Senior Ranger's salary and relevant parts of the Canal budget for survey work have been identified for co-financing for this project.
		Survey work to assess the state of the Canal as an environmental, recreation and tourism resource.
		The possibility of submitting a co-ordinated application for funding to encompass all relevant areas of Coast and Countryside services work is to be examined over the next 18 months to determine the potential benefits of this, for an application to be made under INTERREG III in 2002.
	atschool.eduweb.co.uk /bheber1/gnvq-ict/External/DCC/reports/ed0033hq.html (815 words)

	BBC NEWS \| England \| Devon \| Volunteers help to restore canal
		Although parts are still in use, the canal was officially closed to navigation in 1962.
		Construction work began on the canal in 1809 and the first 11-mile stretch was opened three years later in 1812.
		The Grand Western Canal Trust had hoped to re-open the canal between Tiverton and Taunton, but their plans were dashed last year when Somerset County Council's waterways advisory committee said the £62m needed for the project was not justified.
	news.bbc.co.uk /go/newsFeedXML/moreover/-/1/hi/england/devon/4700587.stm (196 words)

	somerset4u :: Somerset and Dorset Canal
		Once again the locals showed no interest and no further attempts at building the canal were ever made.
		The line of the canal can still be seen here and a well preserved bridge can be seen beneath the road.
		Welcome to Canals and Waterways: Roots and Routes, the website dedicated to the history and routes of Britain's Inland Waterways.
	www.somerset4u.com /somerset_dorset/somerset4u_Somerset_Dorset.htm (2203 words)

	Bampton - near the Grand Western Canal (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
		The canal basin at Tiverton, just ten miles from Bampton, is a very scenic spot.
		The canal was originally built to bring limestone into Tiverton, and next to the canal are the remains of the old lime kilns.
		From the basin, one can take trips on horse-drawn canal barges, take tea on a barge, hire a rowing boat, or simply take a walk to enjoy the rich flora and fauna along the canal banks.
	www.bampton.org.uk /GWcanal.htm (123 words)

	Grand Western Horseboat, Horse-Drawn Canal Boat Trips On The Grand Western Canal, Devon
		Explore the Grand Western Canal aboard a traditionally painted Horse-drawn barge.
		The Grand Western Horseboat Co. upholds the nostalgia of yester-year on one of onl
		So visit The Grand Western Horseboat Co. today for a unique experience where you can enjoy this picturesque and unusual Country Park setting and soak up the history and atmosphere of a bygone age.
	www.horseboat.co.uk (288 words)

	WBOC - BIG CRUISE for Grand Western Canal (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
		On the May Day bank holiday weekend a sponsored cruise took place on the Bridgwater and Taunton Canal with the support of the Somerset Navigators Boat Club, to bring attention to restoration of the the Grand Western Canal restoration project and support the Canal Awareness Group based on that Canal.
		John Burbery, Skipper of Snapdragon, a Wilderness Beaver, organised this event and invited all members of the WBOC and boats in the area to attend.
		The object was for boats to cruise the full length of the Bridgwater to Taunton Canal and along the way enjoy some of the scenery, watering holes and friendly banter.
	www.wilderness.org.uk /Notices/BIGCRUISE/bigcruise.htm (169 words)

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