Guillotine Lock, North Stratford Canal
Guillotine Lock, North Stratford Canal, Lifford Lane, Kings Norton, Birmingham B30 3JJ View on map
The Guillotine Lock was a stop lock between the Stratford-upon-Avon Canal of 1793-6 and the Worcester and Birmingham Canal. Guillotine lock gates are exceedingly rare on the waterways of Great Britain and this particular cast iron design is probably unique.
Contact
- Grant Recipient: Canal and River Trust
- Contact for access: Ms Elizabeth Thomson
- 07879884842
- elizabeth.thomson@canalrivertrust.org.uk
Opening Arrangements
At all times.
Directions
North Stratford Canal at Broad Meadow Lane in King's Norton, Birmingham. Train: King's Norton Station. Bus: No. 49
Parking Spaces
0
Disabled Access
- Wheelchair access: Yes
- Disabled Toilets: No
- Assistance dogs: Yes