Four Counties and the Welsh Canals (Nicholson No 4)

Nicholson’s Guide No 4 (Four Counties & Welsh Canals) covering the canals and waterways in Wales and to the south of Liverpool. 

Waterways covered in this guide – Caldon and Leek Canals, Llangollen Canal, Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal, Neath & Tennant and Swansea Canals, Montgomery Canal, Shropshire Union Canal, Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal, Trent & Mersey Canal, River Weaver. 

In print for over 30 years, the Collins/Nicholson guides to the waterways have always been a vital part of journeys along Britain’s canals and rivers. They are designed for anyone and everyone with an interest in Britain’s inland waterways – from experienced boaters to those planning their first boat trip, as well as walkers, cyclists and visitors. 

The Ordnance Survey ® Maps have added information showing: 

• Locks, bridges, tunnels, aqueducts, winding holes and towpaths. 
• Waterpoints, sanitary stations, pump out facilities and refuse disposal. 
• Boatyards, pubs, restaurants and local shops. 
• Mile markers and milestones (distance in miles and number of locks to strategic points along the waterways).

Text includes: 

• The history and background to each canal. 
• Local services and places of interest, pubs and restaurants and NEW for this edition: postcodes added for each place.
• Opportunities for walking and cycling. 
• NEW for this edition: notes on wildlife to be found along the waterways. 

Comprehensive navigational notes include: 

• Maximum dimensions and low bridges. 
• Mileages, advice and potential hazards. 
• Navigation authorities and contact details.