Tardebigge Top Lock is the summit of the 30-lock Tardebigge flight - the longest in the UK. From 1810-1814 it was the site of an experiemental man-powered boat lift.

If you arrive at the Tardebigge marina from the Alcester Road, the canal is downhill all the way to Hanbury, then flat to Worcester. Easier tackled in that direction!

David

May 10, 2021

Mountain biking

Ride the locks uphill in the dry, for the sense of achievement, but if it is muddy this can be a slog or, going down the locks is probably more fun.

Roy

July 16, 2023

Hiking

Tardebigge top lock, 1st of 30

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1. Tardebigge Top Lock – Lock 53 loop from Longbridge

33.1km

02:13

380m

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2. Tardebigge Top Lock – Lock 53 loop from Wirehill

43.4km

02:50

370m

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3. Tardebigge Top Lock – Lock 53 loop from Barnt Green

51.7km

03:35

310m

300m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Tutnall and Cobley CP, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, West Midlands Region, England, United Kingdom

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View of Tardebigge Canal

View of the Canal

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Tardebigge Top Lock

1. Tardebigge Top Lock – Lock 53 loop from Longbridge

2. Tardebigge Top Lock – Lock 53 loop from Wirehill

3. Tardebigge Top Lock – Lock 53 loop from Barnt Green

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