Napton on the Hill - Warwickshire

Between Braunston and Napton, the Oxford Canal and the Grand Union Canal merge and follow the same course for approximately 6 miles. At Napton junction the 2 canals part, with the Oxford Canal taking its rural winding course southwards and the Grand Union heading west to Birmingham. 

For many years Napton was an important source of clay trans-shipped by boat and railway. Today it is a welcome retreat with visitor moorings for boats and a pub at the bottom of the lock flight. The flight of 9 locks are spread over a distance of approximately 2 miles, offering a pleasant rural walk with good towpaths.

As you descend down the flight of locks, Napton windmill comes in to view, overlooking the canal from Napton Hill. The pleasant village of Napton-on-the-Hill is just a short walk away from the canal.