Caen Hill Locks Public Parking The Locks, Rowde, Devizes, Wiltshire SN10
Free canal-side parking for Caen Hill Locks visits and heritage canal tours
Caen Hill Locks Public Parking is a free unmarked gravel lot adjacent to the Caen Hill flight of locks on the Kennet & Avon Canal, managed by Wiltshire Council. The facility accommodates approximately 50 vehicles on a first-come basis and is open from dawn until dusk (approximately 6 am8 pm). There is no lighting or CCTV; visitors are advised to park during daylight. An information board provides detailed maps of the 29-lock flight, historical notes on the canals construction, and guidance on lock operation for boaters. Benches and picnic tables overlook the canal and lock flight. Pedestrian paths lead directly to the towpath (20 m), the visitor centre (100 m), and footpath links to Devizes Wharf (4 km). No EV charging is provided; nearest station in Devizes town centre (5 km). Seasonal boat festivals and heritage open days reduce capacity by 40 %; overflow directed to Station Road Car Park (4 km) with shuttle boats operating. Maintenance crews clear litter monthly and inspect drainage quarterly.
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