...to climb the very steep escarpment near Devizes in Wiltshire. Rennie was building the last section of the canal and this hill, from the Avon Valley up to the chalkland of Pewsey Vale, was a major obstacle.
His solution was to build 29 locks, 16 of which had to be very close together and had to use unusually lage side ponds to store sufficient water to enable the whole lock system to operate. All 29 locks are within a 2 mile stretch of the canal.
Beechfield House Hotel is one of the loveliest hotels near Caen Hill Locks which are a must-see when you’re staying with us.
