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Foxton Locks Basin – Foxton Locks loop from Foxton

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Foxton Locks Basin – Foxton Locks loop from Foxton

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11

runners

Foxton Locks Basin – Foxton Locks loop from Foxton

02:09

20.5km

140m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 19, 2026

Tips

Includes a movable bridge

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After 1.01 km for 13 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

285 m

Gravel Bridleway to the Bottom of the Locks

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Watch out for the gate at the bottom!

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2

1.07 km

Foxton Locks Basin

Highlight • River

The basin marks the convergence point of the Leicester line of the Grand Union Canal and the Market Harborough arm, situated at the base of Foxton Locks.

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3

1.23 km

Foxton Locks and Bridge 61

Highlight • Monument

Enjoy a bite to eat or refreshing drink in this pub overlooking the locks.

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4

1.36 km

Foxton Locks

Highlight • Historical Site

Foxton Locks are a series of no less than ten canal locks consisting of two "staircases" each of five locks, on the Leicester line of the Grand Union Canal.

Alongside …

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5

1.50 km

Top Lock Coffee Shop, Foxton Locks

Highlight • Historical Site

Great little coffee shop at the top of Foxton Locks.

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6

15.5 km

Great Bowden Village Centre

Highlight • Settlement

Choice of cafes and plenty of grass to sit out on. Shame about all the cars

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7

15.5 km

Red Lion Pub

Highlight • Pub

Great for a post ride beer

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B

20.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.2 km

4.95 km

3.41 km

1.22 km

630 m

105 m

Surfaces

8.67 km

7.61 km

3.02 km

630 m

578 m

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Friday 26 June

29°C

17°C

34 %

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