Monthly Talks at London Canal Museum
Our monthly talks start at 19:30 on the first Thursday of each month except August. They end around 21:00.
November 7th
The Canal Pioneers ,by Chris Lewis. James Brindley is recognized as one of the leading early canal engineers. He was also an important player in training others in the art of canal planning and building.
December 5th
Ice for the Metropolis, by Malcolm Tucker. Malcolm will explain the history of importing natural ice and the technology of building ice wells.
February 6th
An Update on the Cotsword Canals, by Liz Payne. The Thames and Severn Canal will take a little longer. We will have a report on the present state of play.
March 6th
Eyots and Aits-Thames Islands, by Miranda Vickers. The Thames had many islands. Miranda will tell us about islands of greatest interest.
Online bookings:www.canalmuseum.org.uk/book
1. When is the talk on James Brindley?A.February 6th. | B.December 5th. | C.November 7th. | D.March 6th. |
A.The Canal Pioneers. | B.An Update on the Cotsword Canals |
C.Eyots and Aits-Thames Islands | D.Ice for the Metropolis |
A.Miranda Vickers | B.Malcolm Tucker | C.Chris Lewis | D.Liz Payne |
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