The Canal Museum occupies the boiler house of the Inclined Plane Boat Lift. It tells the story of the lift, Foxton Locks and the associated waterways.
The museum does much more than simply display these original artefacts, it allows you to interact with them. The centrepiece being an interactive game where the whole family can stoke the boiler to create the right conditions for the Inclined Plane to successfully operate.
To make the most of your visit make sure you download the free Foxton Discover App – either ahead of your visit or at the BoilerHouse. With the App, you can view a virtual reality Inclined Plane boat lift, take part in the Foxton Quest to solve an age old mystery and explore Foxton Locks site on the Discovery Trail.
It is run by the Foxton Inclined Plane Trust and is a fully accredited museum. Outside is the wonderful 10 narrow lock staircase and the remains of the lift, all set in the best of Leicestershire’s countryside.
We have regularly changing temporary exhibitions, the latest of which is “Women of the Cut”.
One adult goes free per Max Card. £3 per ticket for remaining adults, and children go free.How to Redeem: Present your Max Card on arrival. Terms and Conditions: • Maximum of 2 adults and 2 children per Max Card.
• Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer.
