Busy canal-side boatyard and shop, situated at the bottom of the famous flight of 10 staircase locks, on the Grand Union Canal, Leicester Section, midway between Leicester and Northampton.

Set in the beautiful Leicestershire countryside, with historic and interesting villages nearby. Site of the Foxton Inclined Plane Boat Lift, a remarkable piece of Victorian engineering, soon to be undergoing restoration. Many hundreds of canal boats pass through the locks every year, providing a colourful attraction. Wildlife, flora and fauna thrive in the ideal habitat. The network of footpaths and towpaths provide ideal walking, with choice of many routes. The locks and surroundings are freely open and accessible to the public all year round. Available from Foxton Boat Services are:-

1. Holiday boat hire: fully appointed steel narrowboats for weekly hire
    or short breaks.

2. Passenger trips: for the public, and available for party bookings.

3. Day Boat Hire: self-drive for up to 12 people.

4. Well-stocked canal-side shop: Traditional "Roses & Castles" painted
    canal-ware a speciality

5. Full boatyard services, repairs, and 24-hour breakdown cover.

FOXTON BOAT SERVICES LTD
Bottom Lock, Foxton, Market Harborough, Leics. LE16 7RA
Tel: 0116 2792285.
Email foxtonboats@btinternet.com