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Robert Fordyce Aickman (27 June 1914 – 26 February 1981) was an English writer and conservationist. As a conservationist, he co-founded the Inland Waterways Association , a group which has preserved from destruction and restored England's inland canal system .
Mar 13, 2024 · The original 'seven wonders of the waterways' list was compiled by Robert Aickman (co-founder of the Inland Waterways Association) some half a century ago. The list has been revised and added to over the years, but let's take a look at the seven Aickman selected to see if you agree with him. 1. Pontcysyllte Aqueduct.
- Anderton Boat Lift
- Barton Swing Aqueduct
- Bingley Five Rise
- Burnley Embankment
- Caen Hill Locks
- Standedge Tunnel
- Pontcysyllte Aqueduct
The Anderton Boat Lift (above) is the iconic Victorian structure in Northwich, Cheshire, that links the Trent & Mersey Canal to the River Weaver some 50ft below. Opened in July 1875, it was designed by Edward Leader Williams to assist with the transportation of cargo from inland industries. This included china from the potteries in Stoke-on-Trent a...
Located at Barton-upon-Irwell near Manchester, Barton Swing Aqueduct carries the Bridgewater Canal over the Manchester Ship Canal. The unique, iron structure was built in 1893 but is not the canal’s original solution to traversing the Irwell Valley. The Bridgewater initially crossed the old Mersey & Irwell Navigation on James Brindley’s stone aqued...
The Bingley Five Rive Locks raise the level of the Leeds & Liverpool Canal by 60ft over a distance of around 320ft. It is the steepest staircase flight in the country. Whether viewed from the bottom, looking up the flight, or the top, with vistas over the town, you cannot fail to be impressed. Built in 1774 by John Longbotham, the locks have remain...
Of all Robert Aickman’s Wonders, Burnley Embankment is the one that many struggle to remember. The marvellous engineering achievement carries the Leeds & Liverpool Canal across the River Calder and its diminutive tributary, the Brun. It provides a truly remarkable panorama of Burnley’s industrial surroundings. The embankment was designed by Robert ...
Situated on the Kennet & Avon Canal, the Caen Hill flight is perhaps best known for its main section. This is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, which is formed by 16 locks that ascend in quick succession. As well as this laborious stretch, there are another six locks at the Devizes (top) end, and seven at Foxhangers. The 29 wide-beam chambers lower or ...
Deep beneath the Pennines is Britain’s longest canal tunnel: Standedge. Located on the Huddersfield Narrow Canal near Marsden, the 3½-mile-long bore also lays claim to being the country’s deepest (636ft below the moors) and highest (645ft above sea level) tunnel. These are impressive statistics, especially for a structure that’s more than 200 years...
Situated on the popular and picturesque Llangollen Canal, which runs between England and Wales, the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct is a marvel of late 18th-century engineering. It was constructed by Thomas Telford and William Jessop between 1796 and 1805 to carry the canal over the River Dee valley. The aqueduct measures a record-breaking 1,000ft long and a...
Feb 19, 2021 · Robert Aickman was an extraordinary man who, years after his death, still continues to court controversy and, more importantly, to inspire others. To these waterways enthusiasts, his former house at 11 Gower Street, London, remains their spiritual home.
May 11, 2020 · Today we’re going to take a look at ten of his tales, the majority of which are novelettes. Something else that stood out to me upon reading these stories is what interesting names Aickman gives his characters – Mrs. Iblis, Arabella Rokeby, Mr. Oxenhope and my favorite – Mr. Superbus for example.
Oct 7, 2024 · Robert Aickman Lock is a minor waterways place on the River Avon - Warwickshire (Upper Avon Navigation) between Evesham Lock (Junction of Upper and Lower Avon Navigations) (4 miles and 3¼ furlongs and 1 lock to the southwest) and Royal Shakespeare Theatre (13 miles and 6¾ furlongs and 7 locks to the east).
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Jan 24, 2024 · Nestled deep in the English countryside, the Aickman House stands as a testament to the life and legacy of its renowned former owner, Robert Aickman.
