The Melton Mowbray Navigation tour looks at the history of Melton’s canal that was set up in 1791 by an Act of Parliament.
The Act gave the Melton Mowbray Navigation Company of Proprieters powers to “make the rivers Wreake and Eye navigable for the carriage of coal, stone, lime, limestone, timber, lead nd all kinds of merchandise”.
The idea behind Melton’s Canal or the Melton Mowbray Navigation to give it its proper name was conceived during the height of England’s canal building mania in the 1700’s.
Just as the 1790s had seen national enthusiasm for canals, the 1840s were to see the start of a national craze for railway-building and the Syston-Peterborough railway came through Melton in 1848.
The introduction of the railways slowly saw a reduction in canal traffic and the Melton Mowbray Navigation was officially closed by an Act of Abandonment in 1877.
DURATION
120 minutes (2 Hours)
MEETING LOCATION
Military Working Dogs memorials outside Melton Borough Council, Parkside, Station Approach, Melton Mowbray, LE13 1GH
FINISH LOCATION
The Market Square.
MAX GROUP SIZE
20
WHEEL CHAIR ACCESSIBLE
Yes
ASSISTANCE DOGS
Assistance dogs as well as well behaved pets are welcome on the tours.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- Professional Guide
- Walking tour through the historic market town of Melton Mowbray, visiting key locations associated with the towns rich and diverse history.
- Discount Vouchers for local café’s & businesses
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
- Gratuities
- Water
WHAT TO BRING
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Wet weather clothing/umbrellas
CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund or a voucher for a future tour. We know that plans can sometimes change and that’s why we offer a generous cancellation policy.
TOUR OVERVIEW
On this FREE* 2 hour guided walk on behalf of the Melton & Oakham Waterways Society we will follow the route of the old canal from Melton Mowbray’s Burton End, through the Town Park and across into Egerton Park and discover more about its history and some of the characters involved.
*FREE with the support of The National Lotteries Heritage Fund
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The guided walks are designed to provide a step free access or alternative locations to ensure all points of interest can be enjoyed by all wherever possible.
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MOBILITY HIRE
If you need to hire a mobility scooter or a wheel chair to enable you to access HistoryFare Tours, these are available for hire from ShopMobility Melton Mowbray, subject to a small hire charge and availability. Please visit their website for contact details.
