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This promises to be a great afternoon, and your chance to see the remnants of, and hear all about the inclined plane at Foxton.  Knowledgeable guides will explain the history of these Victorian relics of our waterways, and also the remains of the boat lift.

There will be an option to visit the museum (but an extra charge will apply)

Do join us for this afternoon of  interesting history, and a chance for a sociable natter too!

 

Branch
IWA Northampton Branch
Event Date(s)

Tuesday 11th November

Location

Foxton Locks (Meet at Foxton Canal Museum)

Heritage

IWA Northampton Branch Social – Guided tour of Foxton Locks

This promises to be a great afternoon, and your chance to see the remnants of, and hear all about the inclined plane at Foxton.  Knowledgeable guides will explain the history of these Victorian relics of our waterways, and also the remains of the boat lift.

There will be an option to visit the museum (but an extra charge will apply)

Do join us for this afternoon of  interesting history, and a chance for a sociable natter too!

 

Details

Time / venue

This is an afternoon meeting – starting at 2pm

Meet at the Foxton Canal Museum.

Options for car parking:

long stay LE16 7RY  £3 all day

short stay LE16 7RA  £3.50 up to 4 hours,  this car park has disabled spaces

Disabled  drivers may also park on the access road to the Foxton Canal Museum.

 

 

Cost

We ask for a small donation towards the cost of our socials- £2

This month, the optional visit to the museum will be £4 extra, or £3 concession pp.

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Location

Foxton Locks (Meet at Foxton Canal Museum)

Foxton Canal Museum, Middle lock, Gumley Road, Foxton, UK

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IWA Northampton Branch hosts social meetings, usually including a talk, for members to get together and exchange their boating and canal experiences and tips. All members very welcome.

We hold our social events once a month – on the 2nd Tuesday,  from October to May. We mostly meet at The Boat Inn, Stoke Bruerne.  (exceptions being outdoor walks and tours)

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