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A plan of the intended canal from Sheffield to Tinsley by W. and J. Fairbank, 1815
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A plan of the intended canal from Sheffield to Tinsley by W. and J. Fairbank, 1815
Includes Greenland Engine.Original at Local Studies S33S
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Attercliffe Brightside Brook Canals Carbrook Darnall Forge Hill Maps Mill Porter River Rivers Road Sheaf Street Tinsley Walk Wicker Acres Bawtry Blackburn Dyke Holmes Royds Weir Weirs Worksop
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Discovering Sheffield's Historic Waterways - A Glimpse into the Past
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. This print showcases a remarkable piece of history - "A plan of the intended canal from Sheffield to Tinsley" meticulously crafted by W. and J. Fairbank in 1815. Preserved at the Local Studies S33S section of Sheffield City Archives, this extraordinary map offers an intriguing insight into the city's rich industrial heritage. The image depicts a network of canals stretching from Sheffield to Tinsley, encompassing notable landmarks such as Greenland Engine, rivers Sheaf and Porter, Royds Mill, and Brightside Weir among others. The intricate details on this map invite us to embark on a virtual journey through time. As we explore further, we encounter familiar names like Bawtry Road, Blackburn Acres, Darnall Hill Dyke, Carbrook Forge Pond – all reminders of how these areas have evolved over centuries. This snapshot transports us back to an era when waterways were vital for transportation and trade in Sheffield. While admiring this historical gem captured within the frame, let's take a moment to appreciate the efforts made by our ancestors who shaped these canals that once bustled with activity. This print serves as a reminder of our city's industrious past and encourages us to cherish its legacy
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