Discover the important role of the canal in the past as it is being restored for leisure uses in the future.

Overview

A brief introduction to the Stroudwater and Thames & Severn Canals.

Places

Historical information about sights seen along the canal towpath.

Canal Life

Historical information about work and play in the canal community.

Stories & Studies

Contributed articles about people, places and events.

Archives

A searchable database with scans of original documents.

Getting Involved

How to get the most from the website and get help with research.

News

October 2025: Minutes of Thames & Severn Committee 1848-1874 and Brimscombe Port Warehouse Imports 1802-3

September 2025: Minutes of General Meetings of Proprietors 1783-1822

August 2025: Stonehouse Bridge and Ship Inn