Here you will find much of the work that we have done relating to the history, archaeology and legacy of the Oxford canal, as it passes through our region.
The canal is not only a fascinating legacy of the "Canal Age" of the 18th and 19th centuries, but remains a peaceful green corridor stretching right into the heart of Oxford.
The following pages cover many aspects of the canal, past and present, some uncovered by members of the Cherwell community archaeology group.
We will look at many features of the canal; some very familiar such as bridges and locks, but also some lesser known but equally important features including, stop gates, distance markers and spill-ways.
A series of walks, stretching from Shipton Weir Lock in the north to Dukes Cut in the south, will look at the detailed canal legacy and archaeology, which can be seen in the lower Cherwell Valley.
Further articles are planned, investigation the setting of the canal within the landscape, and its impact on the local terrain and communications.
A more detailed look at bridge and lock construction is also planned.
The first of these articles was published in Spring 2021, and looks at the detailed legacy of stone and brick bridges along the entire length of the canal.
The canal is not only a fascinating legacy of the "Canal Age" of the 18th and 19th centuries, but remains a peaceful green corridor stretching right into the heart of Oxford.
The following pages cover many aspects of the canal, past and present, some uncovered by members of the Cherwell community archaeology group.
We will look at many features of the canal; some very familiar such as bridges and locks, but also some lesser known but equally important features including, stop gates, distance markers and spill-ways.
A series of walks, stretching from Shipton Weir Lock in the north to Dukes Cut in the south, will look at the detailed canal legacy and archaeology, which can be seen in the lower Cherwell Valley.
Further articles are planned, investigation the setting of the canal within the landscape, and its impact on the local terrain and communications.
A more detailed look at bridge and lock construction is also planned.
The first of these articles was published in Spring 2021, and looks at the detailed legacy of stone and brick bridges along the entire length of the canal.