Bourton Wharf on the Wilts & Berks Canal

The property located just to the north of the village of Bourton near Shrivenham, might appear to be in a peculiar position. But when explained that it is sighted on the junction of the busy A420 and what was the Wilts & Berks Canal, it is of no surprise to learn that it's called Bourton Wharf. This listing is a collection of information that is known so far of it's history. 

To read a history of the Wharf in PDF format please go HERE

To see details of the 'Bourton Wharf Carvings' please see Listing No1404

In the collection known as the Bourton House papers (BHP) there are documents that deal with the Wilts & berks Canal Company and Cyril Butler the owner of the Bourton Estate. There are numerous letters between Cyril and the compaany, which culminates with a deal whereby cyril purchases the old wharf, wharf house, and numerous small pieces of land. There is a draft Indenture and an original sale agreement and a neatly drawn plan. There is also a small bundle of correspondence with the Gt Western Railway company over a blocked culvert mistaken for a problem with the Canal.