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The Top Locks, Lathom, where the Leeds and Liverpool Canal branches off to Rufford
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The Top Locks, Lathom, where the Leeds and Liverpool Canal branches off to Rufford
The Top Locks, Lathom, where the Leeds and Liverpool Canal branches off to Rufford. March 1975
Stephen Shakeshaft
Liverpool Post and Echo Archive
Mirrorpix
Lathom
Lancashire
England
Media ID 21842260
© Mirrorpix
Barge Boat Boats Canals Lancashire Leeds And Liverpool Canal Leeds Liverpool Lock Locks Northern England 1975 Lathom
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This photo print, taken by Stephen Shakeshaft in March 1975, transports us to the serene and picturesque setting of The Top Locks in Lathom. Nestled in the heart of Lancashire, this enchanting location marks the point where the Leeds and Liverpool Canal gracefully branches off towards Rufford. In this snapshot from the 1970s, we are greeted by a scene filled with timeless charm and tranquility. The still waters of the canal reflect the vibrant hues of nature surrounding it, creating a mesmerizing mirror-like effect. A barge peacefully glides through these calm waters while boats gently sway nearby, evoking a sense of peacefulness and nostalgia. The locks themselves stand as silent sentinels along this waterway, their weathered stones telling tales of countless journeys embarked upon over centuries past. These engineering marvels serve not only as gateways for vessels but also as symbols of human ingenuity and determination to conquer nature's obstacles. As we gaze at this image captured decades ago, we can almost hear whispers carried on gentle breezes - stories shared between boatmen navigating these very canals long before our time. It serves as a reminder that even amidst modern advancements in transport and technology, there is an enduring beauty found in simpler modes of travel like barges floating along tranquil waterways. Stephen Shakeshaft's photograph immortalizes a moment frozen in time; an ode to Northern England's rich history intertwined with its natural wonders. It invites us to pause for reflection
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