The Grand Union Canal

In the new series Narrow Boat Afloat, Alan retraces the route the 'Dover' took during its
working life, uncovering along the way a secret world of industrial archaeology, alternative life-styles
and the passionate enthusiasm that still burns for Britain's lost industrial past. The series will journey
from Birmingham to London, on the Grand Union Canal, uncovering not only forgotten Britain but
the people and places that have defied the odds in keeping Britain's industrial heritage alive.
Living history is the theme with the journey between England's two principle cities, the backbone
of this engaging series.

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