Meaford Locks, Trent & Mersey Canal, near Stone

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Date:1905 - 1907 (c.)

Description:A tinted postcard view of Meaford Locks published by A.W. Tilley, Newsagent and Stationers of 7 Radford Street, Stone.

In 1831 the section of the Trent and Mersey Canal by Meaford Lock was straightened. The staircase locks were replaced by three separate locks.

In the distance can be seen the lock keeper's cottage, which stood by lock 32, alongside bridge number 97, It has since been demolished.

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Trent & Mersey Canal Trent & Mersey Trees Small Holdings Men's Wear Landscape & Aerial Views Hedgerows Forests & Woodlands Country Lanes & Footpaths Carriages & Carts Canals Canals 19th Century Costume

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Creators: Mr A. W. Tilley - Creator

Image courtesy of: Stafford Art Gallery and Museum

Donor ref:P2006.001.0045 (37/17768)

Source: Staffordshire Museum Service

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