Saltisford Canal Arm, Warwick
Facts and practical information
The Saltisford Canal Arm is a short stretch of canal located in the town of Warwick, Warwickshire, England. Opened in the 1790s, originally it wasn't an arm at all, but the start of the Warwick / Birmingham Canal. It took on the appearance of an branch when the Warwick / Napton canal, which junctions at the Birmingham Road / Budbrooke Industrial Estate, was completed. It is the last surviving branch of the much longer, nationally known Grand Union Canal. The arm was first opened in 1799 as a terminus for the Warwick and Birmingham Canal. Its initial purpose was purely to allow goods to be transported near to the town centre with its castle and market. However, the building of the gas works next to the end of the arm in 1822 also greatly increased its usage. ()
Warwick
Saltisford Canal Arm – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Warwick Castle, Warwick Racecourse, Collegiate Church of St Mary, The Mill Garden.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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How to get to Saltisford Canal Arm by public transport?
Train
- Warwick Parkway (13 min walk)
- Warwick (22 min walk)
Bus
- Warwick Bus Station (17 min walk)
- Primrose Hill • Lines: 1 (28 min walk)