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West Midlands Region

South Staffordshire

Bratch Locks

West Midlands Region

South Staffordshire

Bratch Locks

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Bratch Locks

Hiking

4.9

(65)

Cycling

5.0

(47)

Mountain biking

5.0

(18)

Road cycling

5.0

(4)

Gravel riding

5.0

(2)

Location: Wombourne, South Staffordshire, Staffordshire, West Midlands Region, England, United Kingdom

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Tips

October 22, 2023

Cycling

Bratch Locks were planned and built by James Brindley back in 1772. He constructed two bridges, a toll house and lock keeper’s cottage, all built in mellow brick, making it a favourite photogenic and artistic spot. The entire area forms one of the prettiest groups of canal buildings on any canal system anywhere.

June 29, 2020

Cycling

Have a look at the castle looking building to the right as you go down the locks.

February 8, 2020

Hiking

Bratch Locks were designed by esteemed canal engineer James Brindley and opened in 1772. The two bridges, toll house, and lock keeper’s cottage are very pretty and the spot is a great place for painters and photographers. There is also lots of wildlife — including otters, kingfishers, and dragonflies — and nature trails to explore.

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Nearby routes

Best routes near Bratch Locks

4.8

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64

hikers

#1.

Bratch Locks and South Staffordshire Railway Circular

6.33km

01:38

30m

30m

Hike an easy 3.9-mile (6.3 km) circular route along the historic Bratch Locks and the South Staffordshire Railway, enjoying canal and woodla

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Easy

4.8

(12)

40

hikers

#2.

Staffs and Worcs Canal & Staffs Railway loop

17.8km

04:33

60m

60m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate

4.8

(4)

63

hikers

#3.

Wombourne Station Café – Bratch Locks loop from Wombourne

6.09km

01:35

40m

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy

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Elevation 80 m

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Location: Wombourne, South Staffordshire, Staffordshire, West Midlands Region, England, United Kingdom

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