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Navigable Waterways
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RYA Inland Waterways Handbook (G-G102)
RYA Inland Waterways Handbook accompanies the RYA Inland Waterways Helmsman’s Course and chapters include types of boat; rope handling; rules of the road; steerable power; turning; reversing, and propeller and wind effect. Revised and updated to keep abreast of any changes in the inland waterways regulations. Written and updated by Andrew Newman, Principal of a RYA Training Centre which runs courses applicable to the inland waterways and the types of boats used thereon. Please note: This book is also included in the RYA Inland Waterways Helmsman’s Course Pack. Accessibility Screen Reader Friendly: Yes Accessibility Summary: This publication conforms to WCAG 2.0 Level AA. Long descriptions are present. Accessibility Features: Images have alternate text Images have long descriptions Book has table of contents Accessibility Hazards: None Accessibility Conformance: WCAG 2.0 AA Self-Certified by: Royal Yachting Association
Waterways Past & Present
A photographic record of Britain's varied waterways heritage.
Waterways Past & Present
A bestseller in hardback, this beautiful celebration of Britain's rich waterways heritage is now available in paperback and ebook. Through the superb photography of Derek Pratt, this lovely and quirky book looks at 50 transitional years when Britain's inland waterways changed from being a thriving commercial transport system to the much-loved pleasure cruising network it is today. Each double page spread juxtaposes superb atmospheric black and white photos of the locations as they were 50 years ago with vibrant colour photos showing how they look today, with many new photographs and updated captions for this edition. From quintessentially English rivers to London's busy canal network, this wonderful book highlights the architectural legacy and natural beauty that attracts thousands of visitors to go boating or walking along the towpaths.
Great Waterways Journeys
Who knew you could circumnavigate England by water? This guide takes you along the most beautiful and varied waterways by boat, bike, or on foot.
Britain's Waterways
A comprehensive directory of the inland waterways of Britain describing aspects of restoration, preservation and heritage with details of present day navigation authorities and canal societies. It includes detailed maps of 55 selected waterways at 1:350,000 locating related features of interest as well as general tourist information. 21 short strolls at 1:15,000 explore the industrial archaeology and early engineering giving directions on how to get there. In addition, regional maps show complete coverage of the network highlighting waterways under restoration and alignments of abandoned navigations.
The European Waterways
Anyone who admits to a sense of confusion when confronted with the bewildering array of European waterway signs, symbols, rules and regulations should find this book useful. The author demystifies this world for the visitor, thereby eliminating any problems that may arise. This second edition includes chapters for Americans considering cruising the European waterways and for Med-bound sailors.
Waterways and Canal-Building in Medieval England
A study of Anglo-Saxon and Anglo-Norman canals and waterways, this book is based on evidence surrounding the nature of water transport in the period. A collection of essays, this study unearths this neglected but important aspect of medieval engineering and economic growth.
Waterways and the Cultural Landscape
Water control and management have been fundamental to the building of human civilisation. In Europe, the regulation of major rivers, the digging of canals and the wetland reclamation schemes from the sixteenth to nineteenth centuries, generated new typologies of waterscapes with significant implications for the people who resided within them. This book explores the role of waterways as a form of heritage, culture and sense of place and the potential of this to underpin the development of cultural tourism. With a multidisciplinary approach across the social sciences and humanities, chapters explore how the control and management of water flows are among some of the most significant human acti...
Collins Nicholson Inland Waterways Map of Great Britain
The best-selling guides to Britain's canals and rivers for more than 50 years. The map companion to the Collins Nicholson Waterways Guides, covering the entire network of canal and river navigations in England, Scotland and Wales, including newly restored/opened canals and rivers. The map identifies: narrow and broad canals navigable rivers tidal river navigations waterways under construction Also: contact telephone numbers and dimensions for each waterway internet links Clear insets of the Birmingham Canal Navigations, Scottish inland waterways, the Norfolk Broads and the London area.
