Canal locks · North West England
Top Lock
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Top Lock — building in Heapey, Chorley, Lancashire, England, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Buckshaw Parkway · 3.4 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Top Lock is a canal lock in the United Kingdom. Heritage designation: Grade II listed building. Wikidata describes it as: "building in Heapey, Chorley, Lancashire, England, UK". Coordinates: 53.6870°, -2.6132°.
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Official information
Top Lock Bridge is a listed building located on the Leeds-Liverpool Canal, constructed in 1816. It features a stone arch and is integral to the entrance of the lock, showcasing unique architectural elements.
Place summary
Top Lock is a Grade II listed lock located in North-West England. It forms part of the region's extensive canal network, showcasing historical engineering.
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- Coordinates
- 53.6870, -2.6132
- County
- Lancashire
- District
- Chorley
- Parish
- Whittle-le-Woods
- Postcode
- PR6 8LP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Chorley
- Nearest railway station
- Buckshaw Parkway — 3.4 km
- Official site
- historicengland.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q26328210 (CC0)
- commons: The top lock - geograph.org.uk - 412941.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Top Lock?
- Top Lock is in Lancashire, North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode PR6 8LP), in the parish of Whittle-le-Woods.
- What is Top Lock?
- Top Lock — building in Heapey, Chorley, Lancashire, England, UK.
- How do I get to Top Lock?
- The nearest railway station is Buckshaw Parkway, about 3.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode PR6 8LP.
- Is Top Lock a listed building?
- Top Lock is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Top Lock free to visit?
- Yes, Top Lock is free to enter.
- How do I get to Top Lock?
- The nearest railway station is Buckshaw Parkway, about 3.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PR6 8LP.