Tuesday 16 June 2009

In 2000, major repairs were carried out on the Kennet and Avon Canal. Many thanks to Sarah Pooley for these photographs.
Looking down the lock flight.
Looking towards Bathwick Hill
A temporary foot bridge was erected for local residents.
A new pumping system was installed.
Tom Pooley and friend take the opportunitiy to don their wellies.
These two photos are by Zu Henry
The Malt House in the snow during the repairs.

Looking down the lock flight during repairs

Thursday 4 June 2009

Somerset coal house and the garden of what is now Tolley cottage 1964 by John Russell. Many thanks to Jean Russell for giving me permission to reproduce these delightful photographs.

Bath top lock no. 13 SB in background 1964 by John Russell