Caen Hill Locks – Caen Hill Locks loop from Devizes

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Caen Hill Locks – Caen Hill Locks loop from Devizes

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Caen Hill Locks – Caen Hill Locks loop from Devizes

01:53

7.09km

70m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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406 m

Monument Lock (Caen Hill, Kennet and Avon Canal)

Highlight • Bridge

Restored with aid of the Monument Trust.
Caen Hill Flight Lock No 42 is a minor waterways place on the Kennet and Avon Canal (Main Line) between Horton Bridge No …

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664 m

Caen Hill Locks

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The Caen Hill Locks is a flight of 29 locks. They have a rise of 237 feet in 2 miles (72 m in 3.2 km). The locks take 5–6 hours to traverse in a boat.

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1.28 km

Caen Hill Locks

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With 29 locks in a flight over a distance of 3.2 kilometres (2 miles) and a rise of 72 metres (237 feet) . The first lock at Foxhangers Wharf and the last lock in Devizes town.

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1.45 km

Caen Hill Locks

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An impressive set of 29 locks cross the canal one after the other between Rowde and Devizes on the Kennet and Avon Canal. Engineered by John Rennie in the 18th …

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1.96 km

St Matthew's Church and Cemetery, Rowde

Highlight • Religious Site

Information about visiting and location in the village can be found at
achurchnearyou.com/church/9690

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4.96 km

Marsh Lane Footpath to Rowde Village

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Walk. From Marsh Lane Bridge follow the signs down. Marsh Lane towards Rowde until you reach the Village Shop. There you will receive a warm welcome.

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6.79 km

Cosy, good for kids

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Wednesday10:30am5pm
Thursday10:30am-3:30pm
Friday10:30am3:30pm
Saturday10:30am-4:30pm
Sunday10:30am-4:30pm
Monday10:30am–3:30pm
Tuesday10:30am–3:30pm

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7.09 km

End point

Bus stop

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