Unlocking the Hatton Locks
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Hatton locks is a flight of 21 canal locks on the Grand Union Canal in Hatton, Warwickshire. The flight of locks takes boats 45m up or down the canal. The canal locks situates within the canal that links London and the Midlands, one of the major trading route during the Industrial Revolution carrying goods and coals to Black Country.
We will walk along the canal and explore the locks that once played an important role for trading and industrial revolution. This is a relatively easy walk, with a total distance of roughly 14 km, and a total ascend of 91m.
Is it dog friendly?
Dogs are very welcome but please note and abide by the Countryside Code (https://tinyurl.com/rlqvp3h). Please also remember not everyone loves your dog as much as you do so please be mindful of other members.
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Images and Copyright Details
Ascending the Hatton flight - credited to Chris Allen from geograph.org.uk and sourced from File:Ascending the Hatton flight - geograph.org.uk - 6266099.jpg - Wikimedia Commons. The file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0 Generic license.
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What to bring
Water: Bring at least two litres
Medicines: if you have hay fever
Day Rucksack: Typically 20-30 Litres, they are comfortable to wear and allow you to use your
arms freely.
Boots: Waterproof and breathable and designed for hiking.
Gaiters: Recommended as there are stream crossings, and path can be
waterlogged after rain.
Socks: Proper walking socks will keep your feet dry and help prevent blisters
Layered clothing: Let you quickly adapt to changes in the weather and body temperature.
Go for a base layer (vest or t-shirt), one or more mid layer (micro fleece or soft-shell jacket),
and in cooler weather add an outer layer (windproof jacket or thick fleece).
Trousers: Walking trousers or shorts with breathable fabric is highly recommended for this walk
Waterproof: Waterproof jacket is essential for any hiking activities as weather can be
quickly changing. A good waterproof jacket will keep you dry to prevent you from
hypothermia. Waterproof trousers are recommended as weather can be quickly changing.
Gloves: Windproof, or waterproof gloves. Bring a spare pair if expecting rain.
Hat or cap: Stay warm in winter and shaded and cool in summer.
Sunglasses: for any sunny day, even in winter.
Sun cream: Can be useful to prevent prolong UV exposure, can be used on sunny and cloudy
days.
Food & drink
Please bring snacks, lunch, and at least 2 litres of water.