Bertie the Barge

Follow Bertie the Barge and his friends as they ply their trade along the canal and river network. An entertaining and educational book written and beautifully illustrated by John L. D. Barnett.

Bertie the Barge cheerfully delivers goods to and from businesses along the canal and river network. Travel with him as he prevents a delay when the lock gates jam up, and later gets a brand new paint job. Introducing children to the canal systems and demonstrating links between raw materials and businesses.