Canal locks · North West England
Hoole Lane Lock
In or near Chester.
Hoole Lane Lock — lock in Cheshire West and Chester, Cheshire, England, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Chester · 0.5 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Hoole Lane Lock is a place of interest in North Wales. Built or established in 1775, it dates from the Georgian period. Officially recognised as Grade II listed building. It sits within the Chester North and Neston parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Chester, about 0.5 km away. Postcode area CH2.
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Official information
The Obelisk Cenotaph to George Marsh is a listed building located in Boughton, commemorating George Marsh, a martyr who was executed in 1555. Erected in the late 19th century, the cenotaph features inscriptions detailing Marsh's life and the circumstances of his martyrdom.
Place summary
Hoole Lane Lock is a Georgian lock located in North Wales, within the Cheshire West and Chester unparished area. Established in 1775, it is recognised as a Grade II listed building, highlighting its historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 53.1938, -2.8736
- District
- Cheshire West and Chester
- Parish
- Cheshire West and Chester, unparished area
- Postcode
- CH2 3DT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Chester North and Neston
- Established
- 1775
- Nearest railway station
- Chester — 0.5 km
- Official site
- historicengland.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q26656491 (CC0)
- commons: View from road bridge, with sluice and water tower in background.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Ye Gardeners Arms Public House
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Steam Mill Public House and Offices
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Hoole Lane Lock?
- Hoole Lane Lock is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode CH2 3DT), in the parish of Cheshire West and Chester, unparished area.
- What is Hoole Lane Lock?
- Hoole Lane Lock — lock in Cheshire West and Chester, Cheshire, England, UK.
- How do I get to Hoole Lane Lock?
- The nearest railway station is Chester, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode CH2 3DT.
- When was Hoole Lane Lock built?
- Built or established in 1775.
- Is Hoole Lane Lock a listed building?
- Hoole Lane Lock is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Hoole Lane Lock free to visit?
- Yes, Hoole Lane Lock is free to enter.
- How do I get to Hoole Lane Lock?
- The nearest railway station is Chester, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CH2 3DT.