The Canal Museum, Stoke Bruerne

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The Canal Museum, Stoke Bruerne

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The country’s first canal museum.

The Canal Museum, Stoke Bruerne

The Canal Museum, Stoke Bruerne

About The Canal Museum, Stoke Bruerne

Stoke Bruerne Canal Museum is a museum located in the village of Stoke Bruerne, Northamptonshire, England. The museum is dedicated to the history of the Grand Union Canal, which runs through the village, and the people who lived and worked on it. The museum is housed in a former corn mill and features exhibits on the history of the canal, including its construction, operation, and the boats that used it. Visitors can also see a reconstruction of a canal worker’s cabin and learn about the daily life of the people who lived and worked on the canal.

The museum also has a collection of artefacts related to the canal, including tools, equipment, and photographs, as well as a range of interactive exhibits and activities for visitors of all ages. In addition to its exhibits, the museum offers boat trips on the canal, providing visitors with a unique perspective on the history and beauty of the area. Stoke Bruerne Canal Museum is a fascinating and informative resource for anyone interested in the history and heritage of the Grand Union Canal and the people who lived and worked on it.

Visit the website by scanning the QR code below:

01604 862229

How to get here

Bridge Road, Stoke Bruerne, Near Towcester, NN12 7SE

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