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unusual facts about Whilton Locks


Whilton Locks

Just before the final lock, the canal passes under Watling Street, once a Roman road and now part of the A5 road.


Canal pound

Most of the locks on the Grand Union Canal between Whilton Locks and lock 45 at Bulbourne, the junction with the Wendover Arm, were built with two such side ponds, although they are currently disused.


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