Please note that these route pages are a work in progress. The figures below indicate route length; however, not all locks and bridges are included currently, so the time required may be underestimated.
Departure Point:"Braunston, Northamptonshire Hire Base", Bottom Lock, Braunston, Daventry, Northants, NN11 7HJ
Cruising Hours: This route consists of 34.356 miles, 18 locks and 0 tunnels. Which will take 2 days, 2 hours and 17 minutes when travelling for 7 hours per day at our default speeds.
This route is perfect for a weekend break and eases beginners into the handling of a narrowboat. From the hire base in Braunston, you have a gentle, 3 hour lockfree cruise until you reach Napton locks. There are 9 locks in total, but the effort is rewarded with the “Folly Inn”, where you can replenish your energy levels before you head on towards Fenny Compton. There are no more locks, only pleasant countryside. The South Oxford Canal meanders gently through the peaceful surroundings before you reach the “The Wharf Inn”, another excellent pub and also the turning point for this journey. It’s also an excellent spot to moor up for the night and head back towards Napton Locks and Braunston.
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Grand Union, Oxford & the South East - Nicholson Guide No 1
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