Colour maps clearly showing locks, towpaths and boating facilities as well as comprehensive navigational notes.

First published in the 1970s, the Collins/Nicholson guides to the waterways are designed for anyone and everyone with an interest in Britain's inland waterways - experienced boaters and those planning their first boat trip, walkers, cyclists and visitors.

Maps show:

* locks, bridges, tunnels, aqueducts, winding holes and the towpath;

* waterpoints, sanitary stations, pump out facilities and refuse disposal;

* boatyards, pubs, restaurants and shops;

* mile markers and milestones (distance in miles and number of locks to strategic points along the waterways).

Text includes:

* the history of each canal; local services and places of interest, pubs and restaurants;

* opportunities for walking and cycling.

Comprehensive navigational notes include:

* maximum dimensions and low bridges;

* mileages, advice and potential hazards;

* navigation authorities and contact details.

Waterways covered in this guide - River Avon, Birmingham Canal Navigations (Main Line), Droitwich Canal, Gloucester & Sharpness Canal and the River Severn, Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal, Stourbridge and Dudley Canals, Stratford-on-Avon Canal, Worcester & Birmingham Canal.