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Kennet & Avon Canal
Sun, 17 Nov
|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
17 Nov 2024, 14:00 – 15:30
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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