About Facts
The facts will change from time to time so come back and browse when you have an idle moment.
Blue Light Boats
On 13th May 1826 some 21 officers and 635 troops embarked from Paddington for Manchester on a day-and-night emergency 260 mile journey by canal boat to restore order. There was unrest in the silk industry in Lancashire. .
Next
Mayor Makes Splash
In September 1977 the Mayor of Camden visited a canoe project beside the canal. As he was crossing between shore and a boat he fell into the canal, complete with robes and chain of office. He was soon helped out by the astonished guests and made his way to the mayoral car.
Main Menu