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Welcome

Name: Foxton Inclined Plane Trust
Address: Gumley Road, Foxton, LE16 7RA, GB
Telephone: 0116 279 2657

Foxton Locks is a place where the minds of engineers and the hard working hands of the navvy have shaped the landscape in a dramatic way. As well as the famous staircase of ten locks climbing up the hillside, there are also the remains of a gigantic boat lift.

The museum tells the story of the Lift, Locks and Lives associated with Foxton Locks. It is home to a treasure trove of artefacts and exhibitions; all housed in the reconstructed boilerhouse which once powered the boat lift.

OPENING TIMES:

JANUARY 2026

CLOSED FOR MAINTENANCE

Dogs are welcome in the museum & shop on a lead.

ENTRY PRICE:

ADULT £4

CHILD FREE

(Entry free for under 18s when accompanying a paying adult)

CONCESSION £3.00

(Over 65s, unemployed, students aged 18+, service personnel (including NHS, Canal & River Member, Blue Light Card)

CARER FREE

(Entry free when accompanying a paying visitor with additional needs)

LEARNING

THINGS TO DO

Boat Lift on a slope with building at the top.

THE BOAT LIFT

VOLUNTEERING

ACCESSIBILITY

GROUP VISITS

Make a donation to the museum

Foxton Canal Museum has been telling the story of the canals for 40 years. Now, we need your help to keep those stories alive. Whether you donate £5 or £500, you’ll be supporting us to: preserve history, inspire young minds, and welcome visitors from around the world.

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