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Published: November 23, 2009 04:28 pm    print this story  

Join FFG Lions Club for canal adventure Dec. 7

By Ken Steadman / Chronicle contributor

The next Fairfield Glade Lions Club Travelogue will take you on “A Canal Adventure in England, Scotland and Wales.” The adventure starts at the Palace Theatre Monday night, Dec. 7, beginning at 7 p.m. There are still four Travelogues left in the series. One season ticket will allow two persons admission to three shows for a cost of $30. Otherwise, you may purchase a $6 ticket per person for each show at the door.

The internal transportation system for Great Britain’s “Industrial Revolution” started in the mid-1700s. By the early 19th century, they crisscrossed Britain covering more than 5,000 miles through major cities and rural hamlets. “They,” in this case, are the canals of England, Scotland and Wales.

Abandoned by industry today, the canals have become a playground for holiday boaters as well as “home” for many retirees who live year round on their floating homes. In re-visiting and re-filming this unusual and colorful part of Britain, film producers Fran and Brooke Reidelberger hire an old-fashioned canal boat to travel in the wake of history, discover modern engineering marvels, and enjoy the timeless British countryside.

Climb a flight of four locks at Hurlston, cross the Pontcysllte Aqueduct above the Welsh River Dee, tour the ancient walled city of Chester with classic half-timbered buildings and enjoy the splendor of wild flowers and wildlife along the Shropshire Union Canal. Watch talented, modern day craftsman at Stoke-on-Trent as they use Josiah Wedgwood’s priceless formulas to produce elegant pieces of pottery that we call “Wedgwood” today.

Ride the Falkirk Wheel, the world’s only rotating boat lift, take a whirlwind tour of beautiful Edinburgh including the ancient castle, climb “Neptune’s Staircase,” a flight of eight locks near Ft. Williams, learn the real story of the Loch Ness Monster at the Loch Ness Monster Exhibition Center.

There is much, much more to marvel at during “A Canal Adventure.” Join the Lions for an evening of sights and history on Dec. 7.

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Fairfield Glade Lions Club plans to explore England, Scotland and Wales for its next Travelogue. / (Click for larger image)



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