Stratford-upon-Avon Lock No 56 is a minor waterways place on the Stratford-on-Avon Canal (Southern Section) between Winding Hole above Stratford Top Lock No 52 (4½ furlongs and 4 locks to the northwest) and Junction of Stratford Canal and River Avon (¼ furlongs to the south).

The nearest place in the direction of Winding Hole above Stratford Top Lock No 52 is Bancroft Basin; ¼ furlongs away.

The nearest place in the direction of Junction of Stratford Canal and River Avon is Stratford Lock Junction Footbridge; a few yards away.

John Haselden

August 1, 2021

What is so special about this particular lock? I hear you ask. Well, it is the final lock on the Stratford-upon-Avon Canal where it joins the River Avon. It is situated close to the centre of Stratford, in the Bancroft Gardens area and so close to all the local amenities available there. There is a nice semi-circular pedestrian bridge right over the lock so you can watch the canal boat skippers navigate skilfully (or sometimes not so skilfully) through the lock. Canal boat tours leave from the canal basin down the River Avon, so you can experience a trip through the lock for yourself, and if you fancy a lovely meal while you cruise, try the Countess of Evesham. A special treat especially on an evening cruise

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Location: Stratford Upon Avon, Stratford-On-Avon, Warwickshire, West Midlands Region, England, United Kingdom

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