canal memories
A vocal collection of memories from the past by residents who lived near the canal.

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Thornton area Bryan Egan recalls fishing, swimming, wildlife and a dramatic incident whilst riding a horse over the bridge at Mount Mill Farm
Canal for sale £2000 Small details of the canal being offered for sale, flooding in Buckingham due to disuse and the working of lift bridges
Life around Cosgrove & Old Stratford Describing Cosgrove Locks & lock keepers, avoiding lock tolls together with description and names of local characters
The closure of the Buckingham end Jack Arris tells of incidents at the Buckingham end: memories of a 7 year old at the closing down fair and recollections of people who worked on the canal.

Look here for a "Buckingham Navigator" article based on the same interview.
Description of Barges & Operaters This man describes people and barges, horses and canalside characters between Buckingham & Leckhamstead Wharf