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

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13.3km

90m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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6.33 km

Rowdey Cow Farm Café and Ice Cream Parlour

Highlight • Cafe

Lots of cyclists here on a Sunday morning. Bike parking against fence in garden area. Amazing looking selection of home made ice cream!

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9.05 km

Caen Hill Locks

Highlight • Viewpoint

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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9.21 km

Caen Hill Locks

Highlight • Historical Site

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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9.83 km

Caen Hill Locks

Highlight • Viewpoint

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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10.2 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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10.9 km

The Black Horse Pub on the Kennet and Avon Canal

Highlight • Pub

The outside seating area is directly on the Kennet and Avon Canal and this is the nearest pub to the famous Caen Hill locks, which are a 5 minute walk under the bridge and along the towpath.

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13.3 km

End point

Bus stop

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