Category Archives: Manchester

August 13

Posted on August 13, 2015 by Ed Mortimer

We’ve moved along from the Rochdale. We spent a day in Manchester, visiting the Museum of Science and Industry, and really got a great impression of the focus of innovation that centered on Manchester and drove much of the industrial … Continue reading →

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July 1

Posted on July 1, 2014 by Ed Mortimer

Happy Canada Day (for those that care!) Made it up the Rochdale 9- wide locks right through the heart of the city. I shared the workload with ‘Theodora’, which was much appreciated. The paddles were some of the most difficult … Continue reading →

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June 29

Posted on June 29, 2014 by Ed Mortimer

Today was ringing Sunday: I had intended to ring at the Cathedral on Wednesday, their practice night, but there was a concert on, so no ringing. I decided that I’d try on Sunday and see. Hmmm. Ordination service (big deal … Continue reading →

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June 23

Posted on June 23, 2014 by Ed Mortimer

On this special memories day for me, I think back to the introduction to canal life, and sharing that with others. I hope that I can continue to do that with those that would care to experience that which I … Continue reading →

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June 1

Posted on June 2, 2014 by Ed Mortimer

I’ve finished the Bridgewater Canal, having passed the western part of Manchester and headed northward to Wigan. The Bridgewater canal served the many now derelict mills along the way- both to carry raw cotton inward and finished goods outward, but … Continue reading →

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