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Foxton Canal Museum 2024
Tunnel Lamp for a Narrow Boat, the only one of its kind in captivity.
Foxton Locks, the museum is halfway down the locks.
The Barge lift in 1900
boats going down the locks in winter
Arial view of the locks and lift site.
Inside the museum, it looks different now and changes every year.
Tells the story of Foxton Locks, one of the top sites on the canal, with a ten lock staircase and remains of the steam driven Victorian barge lift. Explore the history of the lift, locks and lives associated with Foxton Locks.
Contacts
Operator: Foxton Inclined Plane Trust
Address: Middle Lock Gumley Road Foxton Leicestershire LE16 7RA
- Telephone: 0116 279 2657
- Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
- Website: View website
Open Days & Times
Sat-Sun 1100-1530. Visit website for more details.
Travel
- By Bus: 44
- By Rail: Market Harborough / 3.5 miles
Facilities
- Parking
- Refreshments
- Souvenir Shop
- Part disabled access
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