Canal Lock and Bridge, Stockton Brook

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Date:1960

Description:In the past, when river transport was a popular means of transport, the Caldon Canal was a busy place. The canal served the Churnet Valley and surrounding districts, and one of the main type of traffic were the narrow boats loaded with limestone from the Caldon Low Quarries.

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Creators: F. Frith & Co. Ltd. - Creator

Donor ref:FF126 (28/5482)

Source: Leek Library

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