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Thursday 18th March 2010

Walking near Foxton

Take to the towpaths and discover a fine way to see the sights of rural Leicestershire – the surroundings are scenic, the going is flat and it’s well nigh impossible to get lost. Take a walk along the Grand Union Canal Leicester Line, explore the historic Welford Arm or enjoy a direct route into the county town of Leicester along the River Soar.

Towpath Stoppages

20 Sep 2007 until further notice

Advice: Bridge 166, Crooklands

Associated Regional Office: BW North-West

Towpath has been closed

UPDATE (26 October 2009): As the bridge has been repeatedly struck by vehicles we have taken the decision to close the towpath under the bridge for the safety of towpath users.

Customers are requested to find an alternative route.

British Waterways apologises for any inconvenience caused.



A vehicle has struck bridge 166. As the bridge has been repeatedly struck by vehicles we have taken the decision to close the towpath under the bridge for the safety of towpath users.

Customers are requested to find an alternative route.

We apologise for any inconvenience.

(Enquiries: 01942 405700)