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Perched on a ridge overlooking the Warwickshire border, Braunston is a village defined by its relationship with the water. It sits at the historic junction of the Grand Union and Oxford Canals, once a vital artery for the country’s industrial trade and now a busy hub for narrowboats. The village skyline is dominated by the spire of All Saints' Church - often called the ‘Cathedral of the Canals’ - which served as a landmark for generations of boatmen. While the canal bottom offers a hive of activity with its marinas and workshops, the upper part of the village retains a quieter, established feel, with a mix of traditional ironstone cottages and later additions. It is well-served for a settlement of its size, maintaining a primary school, a busy village shop, and several pubs that reflect its heritage as a stopping point for travellers. Despite its proximity to the A45 and the nearby market town of Daventry, Braunston feels largely self-contained, bolstered by a strong sense of community and a geography that feels more rural than its transport links might suggest.