Towpath Improvements At Foxton Locks

A popular stretch of the towpath at Foxton Locks is being upgraded to improve the route for pedestrians and cyclists.

The ten-week project will see the pathway which runs south of Top Lock Cottage resurfaced and additional support added to the canal bank.

The work along the 700 metre stretch at the popular visitor attraction is needed because the surface has been cracking and causing a hazard.

At Foxton Locks (left to right) is Alan Leather, regional Partnerships and Funding Manager for the Canal & River Trust, Cllr Jo Asher and Richard Erwin-Jones, regional Enterprise Manager for the Canal & River Trust

The work is being carried out by the Canal and River Trust thanks to funding of over £63,000 from Harborough District Council, through the government’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

Linny Beaumont, regional Director for the Canal & River Trust, said: “Attracting boaters and visitors from across the country, as well as providing habitats for some of our best loved species, Foxton Locks brings real benefits to Harborough district.

“As a charity it’s vital that we get support to keep precious places like Foxton alive for future generations and we’re incredibly grateful to Harborough District Council for helping to make the historic site even better for people visiting.”

Cllr Jo Asher, Cabinet lead for Culture, Leisure, Economy and Tourism, said: “We are delighted to work in partnership with the Canal & River Trust to enable this project to be delivered.

“This heritage visitor attraction is one of the gems in the Harborough district so it’s important to support these vital works.”