Publisher's Synopsis
Following the trail blazed by the 9th edition of the Stourport Ring Canal Companion, the 8th edition of the Severn & Avon Companion is increased from 96 pages to 160 pages and features a square-backed spine with sewn sections for added durability. COVERAGE: Includes the River Avon from Tewkesbury to Stratford; the Stratford-on-Avon Canal; the Worcester & Birmingham Canal; the Droitwich Canals; the River Severn from Stourport to Gloucester; the Gloucester & Sharpness Canal; the Cotswold Canals from Framilode to Lechlade; and the Grand Union Canal between Birmingham and Braunston. THE CANAL COMPANIONS: A good guidebook should fulfil three functions: encourage you to go; explain the lie of the land when you're there; and provide a lasting souvenir of your journeys. The Canal Companions tick all three boxes - and more besides. 77 editions have been published to date, amassing sales in excess of half a million books.
