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Kennet & Avon Canal
Sun, 29 Sept
|Reading
The Kennet & Avon Canal runs through the heart of Reading and has played a major role in the history and development of the town. Come along and hear about when and why the canal was built.
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Time & Location
29 Sept 2024, 14:30 – 16:00
Reading, Reading RG1 6BT, UK
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About the event
Come along and hear about;
- When and why the canal was built
- The rise, decline and rise again of the canal
- The role it played in the development of the town
- What was Amelia Dyer's connection with the canal and what were her infamous deeds that led to her execution at Pentonville Prison
- What is the canal's connection with invading 9th century Vikings
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