The basin marks the convergence point of the Leicester line of the Grand Union Canal and the Market Harborough arm, situated at the base of Foxton Locks.

Foxton Locks is the 'staircase' of ten canal locks. This flight of locks was built in the early 19th century to enable canal boats to navigate the steep incline. The locks are arranged in two groups of five, allowing boats to ascend or descend the hill.

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1. Bridge 68, Grand Union Canal – Foxton Locks loop from Gumley

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2. Binleys Bridge (Bridge 67) – Bridge 68, Grand Union Canal loop from Gumley

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3. Foxton Locks and Bridge 61 – Foxton Road Swing Bridge loop from Gumley

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03:52

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Location: Gumley, Harborough, Leicestershire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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1. Bridge 68, Grand Union Canal – Foxton Locks loop from Gumley

2. Binleys Bridge (Bridge 67) – Bridge 68, Grand Union Canal loop from Gumley

3. Foxton Locks and Bridge 61 – Foxton Road Swing Bridge loop from Gumley

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