Crofton Top Lock No 55, looking east

Water from Wilton reservoir, being pumped via the Crofton Pumping Station (next to Lock 60) to supply the Kennet & Avon Canal summit pound (since 1812, by steam or electric), is exiting into the pound, via a mile-long leat, just off to the left of this photo and within the winding hole.

Pleasant quiet spot, no roads, except occasional train.

Photograph taken by Martin Gillate on 9 July 2013 and was added to the database on Monday the 29th of July, 2013

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