Branches
A map of the Northampton Arm of the Grand Union Canal
The map displays a range of services available on the Northampton Arm of the Grand Union Canal. Simply click the box next to any service being displayed in the Map Key on the left of your screen.
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A brief history of the Northampton Arm of the Grand Union Canal
Canal Details
| Canal length : | 4.7 miles |
| Locks : | 17 |
| Boat Length : | 72ft |
| Height : | 7ft 6ins |
| Width : | 7ft ins |
| Draught : | 3ft ins |
The Northampton Arm was opened in 1815 and links The Grand Union Canal at Gayton Junction - via the River Nene - to Peterborough and The Wash.The River Nene is fully navigable and at Peterborough the river becomes tidal.
For more detailed information, follow the links below: