Foxton Locks is an ideal area for a stroll or walk with your dog, but if you don’t know the area it may be hard to know where to go, so we’ve compiled this list of long and short walks. Remember if you need a dog friendly pub to take a break, pop into the Foxton Locks Inn along your travels and join the K9 club.
Long walk around Foxton Locks 
Distance 5 miles (8km)
Minimum time 2hrs 30min
For full directions see the AA route map: View
Medium Walk around Foxton Locks
Distance 2.2miles (3.3km)
Time 40 – 50 minutes
View the route View
Short Walk around Foxton Locks
Distance 1.3 miles (2km)
Time 25 – 30 minutes
View the route View
Taken from route 8 of short strolls in Market Harborough leaflet.
On Sunday 15th of June, 20th July and 17th of August 2014, Children between 7-14 years of age can book in and become a lock keeper for an hour. Booking is essential and spaces are limited.
To book please contact Sarah Cook sarah.cook@canalrivertrust.org.uk or text 07715377788.
This activity is run by Canal & River Trust in partnership with Foxton Inclined Plan Trust for the Bi Centenary of the Grand Union Canal.
View full details: LOCK KEEPER POSTER
If you go down to Foxton Locks over August Bank Holiday your sure of a big surprise! Over the weekend 24th of August you can follow the Teddy Trail, giving discounts and offers at the museum, coffee shop, Foxton Locks Inn and on boat trips.
To benefit from this great day out at Foxton Locks just bring your teddy (or similiar favourite cuddly toy).
Offers on the day include;
At The Foxton Locks Inn
Free soft drink for any child with a teddy bear when an accompanying adult buys a drink or meal
At the Coffee Shop
Half price soft scoop ice crea,, for any child with a teddy bear
Boat Trip
Free ride on vagabond for one teddy and child when accompanied by a paying adult
At the museum
Buy one get one free adult ticket, when accompanied by a child with their Teddy
Foxton Locks Festival is an annual event run by the voluntary organisation, Foxton Incline Plane Trust and will be taking place on 29 & 30 June 2013 from 10am.
It is a great day out for all the family and hosts hands-on activities, live music, craft stalls, a real ale tent and a food village. This year there are over 100 stalls and plenty of fun fair rides for all to enjoy.
The entry is £4.00 for an adult and all children under the age of 16 go free.
How to find us:
SatNav: LE16 7RA
