History of the Shropshire Union Canal
The present Shropshire Union Canal did not take this title until 1846 when the constituent canals were amalgamated and run by the Shropshire Union Railways & Canal Company before being bought out by the London North Western Railway Company. Read more…
Maps
Various maps that can be used to explore the Shropshire Union canal network can be seen here
Free days out by the canals of the Shropshire Union
Please click here to see some suggested free days out on and near canals of the Shropshire Union. There are lots of opportunities for exercise, play and a little light education.
SUCS Visitor Moorings
From 1992, Shropshire Union Canal Society volunteers, in association with British Waterways and local authorities, engaged in a rolling programme of canal enhancements for the benefit of all users. Read more…
Links to Other Organisations
SUCS is one of many parties involved with the Shropshire Union canal network. A list of canal organisations, societies and related material is provided here.
Historical Photos
The Society is working on building an archive of historical photos. Some historical photos have already been uploaded to the website. Please click here to see them.