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Stourbridge Canal

Stourbridge Canal

The Stourbridge Canal has a unique association with the glassmaking industry. Discover the industrial history of the area.

Today the Red House Glass Cone, is one of four remaining glass-making cones in the UK. You can see glass-making demonstrations, explore the underground tunnels and discover the industrial history of the area.

The cone stands beside the pretty Stourbridge 16 lock flight, set in leafy surroundings, with an iron split bridge, an attractive lock cottage and a timber warehouse beside the canal basin.

The towpath of the Stourbridge Canal has been resurfaced and it is easy to walk the entire five-mile length.

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