Canals and waterwaysand the old connection was blocked up until reopened in the 1990s.
I think that's right... Martin L At the time we claimed to be the first steamer through the link (as they weren't operating when it was shut). Sean [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: On these locks (only!) you can just knock the C-shaped holding device off the spindle and let the paddle drop - they are designed for this, and it saves a lot of winding. There appears to be the same type of paddle gear as Hatton at Calcutt. Do I take it we can do the same thing there? DaveD Sorry - I meant all the Hamm & Baker 'candlesticks' between Calcutt and Knowle - also at Stockton and down to Leamington. Personally I find them dull, and heavy work. Sean
