Deeds, 1794-1813; papers relating to a legal dispute, 1824-1825; other papers, 1839-1881.
Papers of the Neath Canal Company
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- ReferenceGB 3167 NAS NCa
- Dates of Creation1794-1881
- Name of Creator
- Language of MaterialEnglish
- Physical Description0.027 cubic metres (1 archive box)
Scope and Content
Administrative / Biographical History
The Neath Canal Company was formed in the late 18th century, and obtained an Act of Parliament authorising the purchase of land for the canal. The canal was opened in stages over the next few years, and eventually ran from Glynneath to Melincryddan, along the south-eastern side of the Neath Valley. It was particularly important in linking the smelting industries of the lower Neath valley with sources of coal to the north and with the sea to the south west.
Arrangement
Arranged into deeds, papers relating to a legal dispute, and other papers.
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Note
Compiled by Andrew Dulley for the ANW project.
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A hard copy of the catalogue is available at the Neath Mechanics' Institute.
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Usual copyright regulations apply.
Appraisal Information
All records have been retained.
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