Higg's Lock

Higg's Lock

Higg's Lock is a lock on the Kennet and Avon Canal, between Kintbury and Newbury, Berkshire, England.

Higg's Lock was built between 1718 and 1723 under the supervision of the engineer John Hore of Newbury. The canal is administered by the Canal & River Trust. The lock has a rise/fall of 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m).[1]

References

  1. ↑ Pearson, Michael (2003). Kennet & Avon Middle Thames:Pearson's Canal Companion. Rugby: Central Waterways Supplies. ISBN 0-907864-97-X.

See also

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Coordinates: 51°23′51″N 1°21′32″W / 51.39758°N 1.35887°W / 51.39758; -1.35887


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