Basingstoke Canal
Despite its unglamorous name, the Basingstoke Canal is one of Britain's prettiest - a haven for all manner of wildlife.
From the River Wey to the collapsed Greywell Tunnel, the Basingstoke Canal's 32 miles pass unobtrusively through lush vegetation, rolling heathland and woods. Originally a trading route for timber and agricultural goods, it went on to transport building materials for railway construction.
After some 30 years of decline, restoration east of Greywell Tunnel began in 1973. Today the canal serves the interests of walkers, anglers, boaters and canoeists.
The Hampshire Pound is particularly beautiful, and much of the canal is home to a rich habitat of flora and fauna. To preserve this heritage and minimise disturbance to the natural environment, the movements of boats are electronically monitored.
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