From picturesque open countryside, to wild moorland, coastal harbours and modern city centres, this book provides a fascinating insight into the linked up waterways as well as the isolated cuts and quiet waters that make up this expansive network. Stuart Fisher explores every aspects of the canals - their construction, rich history, stunning scenery, heritage, incredible architecture and even their associated folklore, wildlife and art. Stunning photographs give a flavour to each place and the surrounding sites of interest are also included. For those who are keen to explore that little bit further, the book goes to points beyond which other usually turn back, with information on little-known parts of the system, offering a new insight into the country's unique, surprising and beautiful canal network. Attractive, inspiring and also a practical guide, Canals of Britain has proved very popular with enthusiasts and boaters wanting to get the most out of Britain's canals. This fourth edition has been thoroughly revised to reflect the every-changing landscape of Britain's canals, and includes many new color photographs to help bring them to life.