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Tunnel AqueductThe Llangollen Canal Prees Branch is a short branch of the Llangollen Canal in Shropshire, England. The branch is only 1.4 miles long today, although it was longer in the past, was constructed in the early 19th century to serve the Prees Colliery.
The Prees Branch was built in 1805 to transport coal from the Prees Colliery to the main Llangollen Canal. The canal was designed by Thomas Telford, who also designed the main Llangollen Canal. The Prees Branch was a critical transportation link for the local economy and played an important role in the Industrial Revolution.
During the 19th century, the Prees Colliery was one of the largest coal mines in the area, and the Prees Branch was used to transport coal to other parts of England and Wales. The branch was also used for passenger transport, with canal boats carrying passengers between the towns and cities of Shropshire and Cheshire.
During the mid-20th century, the use of the Prees Branch declined, as the Prees Colliery closed and road and rail transport became more popular. In the 1960's, the Prees Branch was in danger of being closed, but a group of local enthusiasts formed the Prees Branch Canal Group, which worked to restore and maintain the branch.
Today, the Prees Branch is used for leisure boating and tourism and it is a popular destination for boaters and hikers. The branch is surrounded by beautiful countryside and visitors can enjoy walks along the canal towpath and through the nearby villages.
In conclusion, the Llangollen Canal Prees Branch is a historic waterway that played an important role in the economic development of Shropshire and the UK. The branch was designed by Thomas Telford and was completed in the early 19th century. The branch was primarily used for transporting coal, but it also played a role in passenger transport. Today, the Prees Branch is a popular destination for leisure boating and tourism, and it is a testament to the ingenuity and engineering prowess of the canal builders of the 19th century.
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