Discover the important role of the canal in the past as it is being restored for leisure uses in the future.

Overview

An introduction to the story of the Stroudwater Canal.

Places

An introduction to the settlements along the canal from Framilode to Wallbridge, Stroud.

Sites

Historical background to selected sites along the Stroudwater Canal.

Canal Life

How the canal was built and operated.

Stories & Studies

Contributed articles about people, places and events.

Archives

A searchable database with scans of original documents.

Get Involved

How to get the most from the website and get help with research.

News

November 2023: A study of the use of the canal to bring Coal to Stroud Gasworks

October 2023: A heart-warming tale of how the Stroudwater Company treated the widow of a lock keeper in 1800.

September 2023: William Staddon - Boat Boy and How Murder Lane got its name