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Grantham Canal Including Restored Sections Restoration Sections Proposed New Route to River Trent Cruising Map of the Grantham Canal including Restored Sections Restoration Sections Proposed New Route to River Trent Route 19M3 Map IssueIssue 117 88 Notes 1. The information is believed to be correct at the time of publication but changes are frequently made on the waterways and you should check before relying on this information. 2. We do not update the maps for short term changes such as winter lock closures for maintenance. 3. The information is provides “as is” and the Information Provider excludes all representations, warranties, obligations, and liabilities in relation to the Information to the maximum extent permitted by law. The Information Provider is not liable for any errors or omissions in the Information and shall not be liable for any loss, injury or damage of any kind caused by its use. 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