Boating the Anglesey Branch (Wyrley and Ess'n Canal)
Find boating information for the Anglesey Branch (Wyrley and Ess'n Canal)
Anglesey Branch (Wyrley and Ess'n Canal)
| Length | 1.5 miles |
| Locks | None |
Maximum boat dimensions
| Length | 21.34m | 70ft |
| Width | 2.13m | 7ft |
| Draught | 1.22m | 4ft |
| Headroom | 1.98m | 6ft 6" |
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Anglesey Branch
The Anglesey Branch was built as a feeder in 1800 to carry water for the Wyrley & Essington Canal
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Last Edited: 13 April 2026
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