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Royal Military Canal
The Royal Military Canal was constructed as a defence against invasion during the Napoleonic War. The Canal links Hythe near Folkestone to Cliff End near Hastings.
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Facts & Stats
28 miles
(45km)
Original length of the canal, which is still walkable from end to end.
1 lock
(Iden Lock)
The lock connects the eastern section of the canal to the River Rother.
1806
Year opened
Built as a defence against invasion during the Napoleonic War
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