Monument record 78 - Weston Point Docks
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Summary
Developed from 1810 by the Weaver Navigation Co. to connect the River Mersey (later Manchester Ship Canal) to Weaver Navigation. The New Basin was built in 1850-6. Today the Old Basin is still in use.
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Type and Period (3)
Full Description
<1> Ashmore, O, 1982, The Industrial Archaeology of North West England, /60 (Book). SCH3181.
Developed from 1810 by the Weaver Navigation Co. to connect the River Mersey (later Manchester Ship Canal) to Weaver Navigation. Old Basin (274m long) still in use, New Basin built 1850-6
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCH3181 Book: Ashmore, O. 1982. The Industrial Archaeology of North West England. /60.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SJ 495 814 (308m by 891m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ48SE |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | WESTON, RUNCORN, CHESHIRE |
| Civil Parish | RUNCORN & WIDNES NON PARISH AREA, HALTON |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Apr 1 2025 5:59PM