Foxton Locks

Grand Union Canal – Leicester line

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Explore a place brimming with history and bursting with wildlife. Meet characters from Foxton’s past and hear about the real Foxton, once a place of daily toil for working boat families; a place where great engineering minds and hard working hands have transformed the landscape.

Explore a place brimming with heritage!

See elegant brick bridges, a steep staircase of locks, the old canal company stables, lock keeper’s cottage and the remains of a gigantic boat lift. Meet characters from Foxton’s past and hear about the real Foxton, once a place of daily toil for working boat families; a place where great engineering minds and hard working hands have transformed the landscape. It’s not all heritage that remains here, there’s flourishing wildlife, beautiful countryside views, boat trips, interactive interpretation, picnic areas, education trails and places to eat, drink and toilets.

What is there to do?

• A staircase of 10 locks
• Discovery Trail, includes hands–on activities, sculptures and illustrated panels
• Foxton Canal Museum
• Remains of the Inclined Plane Boat Lift
• Boat trips - Contact Foxton Boat Services 0116 279 2285 (prior booking only)
• Audio tour (Please download along with the Foxton Locks Discovery Trail
• Scenic picnic areas
• Stunning views across the landscape
• Willow arbour

Want to know more?

Foxton Locks Information panel – you may wish to view this information to find out more.

Check out the Foxton Inclined Plane website for more information about the boat lift and canal museum opening times, prices and directions. Foxton Canal Museum T: 0116 279 2657

Visit the Foxton Locks website

Foxton Locks Information board - You may wish to view this information to find out more.

For boat trip information & bookings contact: 0116 279 2285

Waterscape

To find out more about the local waterways contact the South East Waterways office on T: 01908 302552

Families

Foxton Locks is an ideal location for a family visit with walks, boat trips, a self guided trail with sculptures and audio downloads, ducks to feed and beautiful picnic areas. Recharge your batteries with family friendly pubs and refreshments. There are events and activities held regularly at Foxton Locks. Check our events section or The Foxton Inclined Plane Trust website.

What about schools and groups?

Schools and groups are always welcome at Foxton Locks. There are many possibilities for areas of study, along with guided tours of the locks and museum. Please contact us on the above details if you are planning a visit and we can provide you with ideas on how to get the most out of your trip.

Guided tours and events are planned for Foxton locks during the summer months, along with the loan of education resource boxes. Please call or email to find out more.