The canal was cut between the years 1807 and 1809. It was originally intended to extend the cut to Vauxhall and over Surrey and land was leased beyond the present terminus at Camberwell Road as far as Kennington Common. The picture shows St. George's Church in the background. Terminating at Camberwell Road with a spur to Canal Head on Peckham High Street, the canal connected to the Royal Surrey Docks. It was drained and filled in, in 1960. Only St. George's Church now remains from this view. The buildings alongside the canal, many of which were derelict following bombing in the Second World War, were demolished and the whole area is now Burgess Park. A footpath and cycle way follow the route of the canal.
I think its interesting, because we can visit the place and view it in todays perspective- no canal, but the church captured from roughly the same spot. Also guys, i think we should go with both of Irene's choices as a pair. It would make more sense.
Now we need just one more object image, if you all are happy with choices so far.
Any suggestions? Ashlee? David?
I NEED TO SEND OUR CHOICES BY TONIGHT, SO PLEASE RESPOND ASAP!!!
Oksana.
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