South east portal - Hyde Bank tunnel - Peak Forest canal - Romiley, Greater Manchester
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member ntpayne
N 53° 23.567 W 002° 04.733
30U E 561252 N 5916360
A tunnel on the peak Forest canal with no towpath.
Waymark Code: WMR3RZ
Location: North West England, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 05/09/2016
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Dragontree
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This tunnel is to the south west of Romiley. It looks wide enough for two narrowboats but it is deceptive as two boats cannot pass. Boaters must not enter if they can see a boat (or a headlight) coming in the opposite direction.
Is the Tunnel in Use?: In Use

Which End is this Entrance?: South East

Date Constructed: 01/01/1800

Length of Tunnel: 308 yards

Construction Material: Brick lined

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