Pewsham

Historic Map

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The Pewsham Locks site contains the remains of a lock house, three locks, dry dock, saw pit, carpenters workshop, lime kiln and a milestone.

Heading towards Melksham are 2 spill weirs, Meadow and a Double bridge.

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Calne Wharf to the Mainline Junction

3.2 Miles, Fall of 21 feet, 3 Locks, 8 Bridges, 1 Tunnel

References: L.J. Dalby book, Know Your Place map

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Timeline of Construction
Extract from Ledger A 1802 - McIlquham & Brown cuts 7 lock pits for £88 1802 - McIlquham & Brown cuts between 7 lock for £213 1802 - McIlquham & Brown builds 7 locks for £868