The first cutting of the canal started near bridge 110 at Llangattock in 1796. In its hey day, in the 1820s, the canal carried over 70,000 tons of coal and coke, iron and limestone a year.
The canal was beautifully restored by the British Waterways Board, starting in 1970, with support of local authorities, tourist board and other bodies. Today tourists to the canal region can share and enjoy the exquisite tranquil beauty on show along the canal route and benefit from the ongoing 'Regeneration Partnership'. In turn tourists help revitalise local community and trade along the canal route, with a selection of restaurants, refreshing watering holes and local produce available.
Herons Rest Marina is proud to be part of this partnership with a long family tradition in farming and agriculture along the waterway, respected by local community and businesses. |
