West portal - Bruce tunnel - Kennet & Avon canal - Savernake, Wiltshire
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member ntpayne
N 51° 22.117 W 001° 39.934
30U E 592891 N 5691662
Bruce tunnel on the summit of the Kennet & Avon canal
Waymark Code: WMR468
Location: Southern England, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 05/11/2016
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member dtrebilc
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This is a two way tunnel without a towpath. Horses were led over the top of the hill whilst boats were legged through. The tunnel is also known as Savernake tunnel. The tunnel is on the summit level which is 452 feet above sea level
Is the Tunnel in Use?: In Use

Which End is this Entrance?: West

Date Constructed: 01/01/1810

Length of Tunnel: 502 yards

Construction Material: Brick lined

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