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What was Chesterfield Canal used for?
Subsequently, the main purpose for the Chesterfield end of the canal was to provide water to the iron industry. Over the other side of the collapsed tunnel, freight haulage via the canal continued between Worksop and West Stockwith until the late 1950s. The canal was formally closed in 1961.
How deep is the Chesterfield Canal?
Chesterfield Canal
| Chesterfield Canal | |
|---|---|
| Locks | 59 narrow and 6 wide |
| Maximum boat dimensions | |
| Length Width Draught Headroom | 21.95m 72ft 2.08m 6ft 10 0.98m 3ft 2″ 2.15m 7ft 1″ |
| A number of pinch points and lock restrictions apply – see full dimensions |
Why was Chesterfield canal built?
The canal was built to export coal, limestone, and lead from Derbyshire, iron from Chesterfield, and corn, deals, timber, groceries and general merchandise into Derbyshire. The stone for the Palace of Westminster was quarried in North Anston, Rotherham, and transported via the canal.
Who built Chesterfield Canal?
James Brindley
2 Building the Canal 2.1 The Chesterfield Canal was the last waterway to be engineered by James Brindley the “father of English canals”. Brindley died in 1772 and the work was brought to fruition by John Varley and Hugh Henshall.
Can you walk along Chesterfield Canal?
The Chesterfield Canal is ideal for walking along its entire length. The towpath is called The Cuckoo Way and is clearly signposted for all 46 miles from Chesterfield to West Stockwith. You can download over thirty different walks along the full length of the canal by clicking here.
What fish are in the river idle?
River Idle is a stream in England, United Kingdom. The most popular species caught here are Northern pike, Common Barbel, and European perch. 225 catches are logged on Fishbrain. Please use your best judgement when determining where you can fish, and make sure you follow local rules and regulations.
Can you fish the Chesterfield Canal?
Anglers need a valid day or season ticket for fishing on the Chesterfield Canal. You can fish from any of the purpose-built fishing platforms along the canal between the points highlighted. Fishing licences can be obtained from Tapton Lock Visitor Centre or The Williamthorpe Angling Club bailiff on the bankside.
Can I fish on the canal?
Fishing rights are legal property. The owner of the river, canal or reservoir (stillwater) bed is assumed to own the fishing rights above the bed of the fishery. But it’s not really that simple. Ownership of fishing rights in the water can be separated from the ownership of the land.