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2010 Season

“do the loop” Presents

A Paddle into the Past with Dr Nigel Baker

A fascinating journey by canoe and bellboat around
Shrewsbury’s river loop

Following a very successful and popular series of talks over last two years, we have asked Nigel to return once again, so come and join us for Paddle into the Past!

Dr Nigel Baker is a professional archaeologist who has worked on Shrewsbury for many years; he is the author of a number of books on the town. Living in the Shropshire countryside close to the Severn, he began kayaking only to find the river rich in undiscovered archaeology.

The tour will explore the archaeology of the Severn loop around Shrewsbury, looking at the town’s medieval defences and castle, lost streams, ancient fords and bridges, historic wharfs, Victorian health hazards and much more.

No previous paddling experience is required. The tours are part of Shrewsbury Summer Season and are offered on the following dates:
New Dates: 18^th May, 8^thJune, 6^thJuly and 10^thAugust.

All tours start at Frankwell and finish at Shrewsbury Weir. Tours begin at 7pm concluding about 9pm. Tickets cost £15 per person

For bookings and further information contact 01743 365022
or e-mail Jamie@dotheloop.org or visit www.dotheloop.org

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Archive Images Courtesy of Shrewsbury Museums Service

A Journey down the River Severn by Open Canoe from Montford Bridge to Frankwell, Shrewsbury.

Contact us at:
dotheloop.org c/o Drummond Outdoor, South View, 8 Severn Bank, Shrewsbury, SY1 2JD
Telephone 01743 365022 email jamie@dotheloop.org