Pontcysyllte Aqueduct or not?

Published: Friday, 18 October 2024

The BBC have released a Wallace and Grommit trailer for Vengeance Most Fowl, writes James—Roam&Roost.

ScreenshotWallace GromitThe beloved duo's first full-length feature film in 19 years. Eagle-eyed viewers familiar with the UK’s waterways have spotted what they believe to be a familiar waterways landmark—Pontcysyllte Aqueduct.

The canal aqueduct that appears in the trailer certainly resembles Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. Crossing Pontcysyllte Aqueduct which is the highest canal aqueduct in the world can certainly feel a little nerve-wracking so I can see why they would choose that aqueduct.

Pontcysyllte of not

Whether it’s Pontcysyllte Aqueduct or another canal aqueduct I'm thrilled to see our historic canal network getting some much-deserved publicity on what will surely be one of the most watched programs this Christmas.

And a much welcome boost for the holiday hire industry as we give our boats some TLC over the winter months in preparation for a busy season ahead.”

James Anelay of Roam&Roost Canal Boat Holidays