Britain's official guide to canals, rivers and lakes

Monday 22nd March 2010

Places to go near Rugby

Chocoholics beware! Warwickshire is home to Bournville and Cadbury World – a great day out for all the family. But don’t despair, a host of calorie-free attractions (including the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Hanbury Hall and lots of fascinating canal architecture) are available too.

Local attractions

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An interesting set of three 'paired' narrow locks. Originally there was just a flight of three narrow locks here …

  • Historic structure
Image for Watford Staircase Flight

This leafy seven-lock flight includes four interesting staircase locks, complete with side pounds. A surprisingly …

  • Historic structure
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This pretty spot outside the small town of welford is a popular destination for sunbathers and sketchers, as well as …

  • Leisure attraction
  • Moorings

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