Foxton Locks Basin – Foxton Locks loop from Gumley
Foxton Locks Basin – Foxton Locks loop from Gumley
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Foxton Locks Basin – Foxton Locks loop from Gumley
00:39
2.48km
20m
Hiking
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Last updated: April 15, 2026
Tips
Includes a movable bridge
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After 2.16 km for 13 m
Waypoints
Start point
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355 m
Foxton Locks Basin
Highlight • River
Foxton Locks is the 'staircase' of ten canal locks. This flight of locks was built in the early 19th century to enable canal boats to navigate the steep incline. The locks are arranged in two groups of five, allowing boats to ascend or descend the hill.
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497 m
Bridge 61
Highlight • Pub
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674 m
Foxton Locks and Bridge 61
Highlight • Monument
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808 m
Foxton Locks
Highlight • Historical Site
Alongside the locks is the site of the Foxton Inclined Plane, built in 1900 to resolve the restrictions imposed by the lock flight.
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945 m
Top Lock Coffee Shop, Foxton Locks
Highlight • Historical Site
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2.48 km
End point
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
1.55 km
786 m
102 m
Surfaces
2.42 km
< 100 m
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Thursday 25 June
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21°C
28 %
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