Grantham Canal
From the market town of Grantham to the River Trent, the Grantham Canal runs for 33 miles passing through the beautiful Vale of Belvoir. Though closed to boating many years ago, there are lengthy stretches in water. Much of the line is designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).
The Grantham Canal was closed to commercial traffic in 1929, but is now undergoing restoration towards full navigation. Almost all the canal is still in water, and locks have been rebuilt. However, many hump-backed road bridges have been lowered, and will need to be reinstated before boats can pass. The connection to the River Trent, in Nottingham, has also been obliterated.
Despite this, the towpath has been rebuilt to offer an excellent quality trail for walkers and cyclists. The canal is also very popular with local anglers.
During the years of dereliction, the Grantham Canal has become a valuable wetland habitat for local wildlife. The restoration work aims to preserve and enhance its value for wildlife. You can find out the latest restoration news at the restorers' own website, www.granthamcanal.com.
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