The Caledonian Canal

The Caledonian Canal connects the Scottish east coast at Inverness with the west coast at Corpach near Fort William. The canal was constructed in the early nineteenth century by Scottish engineer Thomas Telford.

The Biggest Little Railway In The World followed the canal for much of its route, usually along the towpath.

In order to navigate past the West Highland railway line, Silver Lady was transported along the canal by means of a ferry at Banavie. The locomotive was briefly submerged while traversing the first lock of Neptune's Staircase.

The route also crossed the canal at Lagan Locks by means of a Truss Bridge.