Diglis Canal Basin (early 20th century)
by A.Troyte-Griffith

This early 20th century picture by A.Troyte-Griffith shows Diglis Canal Basin, which became the principal wharf area for the city in the early 19th century. The view is dominated by the flour mills, of which only traces now remain, after fires and demolitions this century. The canal opened in 1815 and gave access to the River Severn for the Diglis, Sidbury, Blockhouse and Lowesmoor areas.