Foxton Locks, Gumley Road, Foxton, Leicestershire, LE16 7RA.
When Foxton Locks were completed in 1814, canal trade was booming. The locks became a bottleneck with loads of boats wanting to use them at the same time. To solve the problem, a boat lift was built which carried boats up and down the steep hill in giant tanks of water.
Visit Foxton Locks to discover the full story and find out why the lift was only open for ten years.
How people lived and local history.
The importance of wildlife and Biodiversity.
Discover how were the canals made.
How to be safe around the water's edge.
Help clear our canal of plastic and help reduce, re-use and re-cycle to benefit our environment.
Discover how a lock works, what it does and see one in operation.
This workshop will help children develop a clearer understanding of the factors affecting whether something sinks or floats.
Book direct with Vagabond Boat Trips. T: 0116 2792285
Free facilities for teachers include pre-visits, risk assessments and downloadable trails.
Practicalities include toilets in upper and lower car parks, outdoor picnic area, shop, café, restaurant, pub, canal museum, stable building, and interpretive trail.
Coaches need to park in the pay & display car parks.
Visits to Foxton Locks are FREE!
Find out more about this accreditation from the Council for Learning Outside the Classroom.