The UK's canals as we know them today are a direct result of
Britain's Industrial Revolution. The latter parts of the 18th century were considered the golden age of England’s canals and a network consisting of thousands
of miles was created to transport raw materials, goods and commodities in an efficient and economical way as possible.
Branching out for from across the industrial heartland of the English Midlands
the canals finally reached London in 1801 when The Grand Junction Canal's Paddington Arm opened, bringing canal traffic closer to the heart of London.
Regents Canal was completed in 1820 linking Paddington to Limehouse.
Now primarily used for leisure, they are a reminder of Londons, and the
UK's industrial past.
