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Waterways > 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.
Original length of the canal, which is still walkable from end to end.
The lock connects the eastern section of the canal to the River Rother.
Built as a defence against invasion during the Napoleonic War
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