NPRN34605
Map ReferenceSJ20NW
Grid ReferenceSJ2260507334
Unitary (Local) AuthorityPowys
Old CountyMontgomeryshire
CommunityWelshpool
Type Of SiteWHARF
PeriodPost Medieval
Description1. Wharf by Welshpool lock with warehouse and canal office. Mid 19th century, 2 storey.
2. Severn Street canal wharf was the first site for managerial work and general mercantile activity, a terrace of buildings was constructed during the early nineteenth century to service the commercial needs of the wharf. The buildings included canal office, salt warehouse, joiner's shop, granary and housing. Source: The Archaeology of the Montgomeryshire Canal" by Stephen Hughes, 1988. 2004.07.07/RCAHMW/SLE