Canal locks · North West England
Swanley Lock No.2
In or near Baddiley.
Swanley Lock No.2 — Grade II listed building in Burland, Cheshire, England, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Nantwich · 3.6 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Swanley Lock No.2 is a place of interest in the West Midlands. Officially recognised as Grade II listed building. It sits within the Chester South and Eddisbury parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Nantwich, about 3.6 km away. Postcode area CW5.
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Place summary
Swanley Lock No.2 is a Grade II listed lock located in the West Midlands, within the parish of Burland and Acton. It is part of the region's canal system and showcases the historical significance of waterways in this area.
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- Coordinates
- 53.0695, -2.5723
- District
- Cheshire East
- Parish
- Burland and Acton
- Postcode
- CW5 8QD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Chester South and Eddisbury
- Nearest railway station
- Nantwich — 3.6 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q62470012 (CC0)
- commons: Burland - Swanley Number 2 Lock.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Swanley Lock No.2?
- Swanley Lock No.2 is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode CW5 8QD), in the parish of Burland and Acton.
- What is Swanley Lock No.2?
- Swanley Lock No.2 — Grade II listed building in Burland, Cheshire, England, UK.
- How do I get to Swanley Lock No.2?
- The nearest railway station is Nantwich, about 3.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode CW5 8QD.
- Is Swanley Lock No.2 a listed building?
- Swanley Lock No.2 is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Swanley Lock No.2 free to visit?
- Yes, Swanley Lock No.2 is free to enter.
- How do I get to Swanley Lock No.2?
- The nearest railway station is Nantwich, about 3.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CW5 8QD.