Nicholson Waterway Guide 6: Nottingham, York and North East

Description

This Nicholson Waterway guide number 6 covers the canals and waterways in the North East of England between York and the River Trent south of Nottingham, which are as follows:
1) Aire and Calder Navigation
2) Chesterfield Canal
3) River Derwent and the Pocklington Canal
4) Fossdyke and Witham Navigations
5) River Ouse
6) River Ure and Ripon Canal
7) Selby Canal
8) Sheffield and South Yorkshire Navigation
9) River Trent.

This practical A5 Nottingham, York and North East Waterways guide has 'lie flat' spiral binding. Nicholson Water Guides are designed for anyone and everyone with an interest in Britainís inland waterways, from experienced boaters to those planning their first boat trip. Using OS mapping they show the following information:
- 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.

The text and comprehensive navigational notes include:
- The history and background to each canal.
- Local services and places of interest, pubs and restaurants and postcodes added for each place.
- Opportunities for walking and cycling.
- Notes on wildlife to be found along the waterways.
- Maximum dimensions and low bridges.
- Mileages, advice and potential hazards.
- Navigation authorities and contact details.

Published by Harper Collins in March 2021.