BRANCH SHOPS
Bradford on Avon
Devizes
Crofton
Newbury
Aldermaston

The Shop at Wharf Cottage, Bradford on Avon

Located on the north side of the canal just 100 yards east of Bradford Lock and the Frome Road bridge, this former lock-keeper's cottage is now a shop and tearoom operated by the Kennet and Avon Canal Trust. Visitors can sit out in the award-winning gardens of the cottage and enjoy splendid views of Bradford Wharf.

On sale: Canal-related books, magazines, maps, souvenirs and gifts. Hot and cold drinks, snacks, cakes and pastries. Ice creams and sweets.

You can also buy tickets for trips on the Trust's wide-beam trip-boat, the 'Barbara McLellan'. Follow this link or the links on the Home Page or the West Wilts Branch Page.

Telephone:
01225 - 868683
e-mail:

Opening Hours:

10.00 am to 5.00 pm (Wednesday to Sunday)

Closed from Christmas to the beginning of March

Open Bank and Public Holidays except Christmas day Boxing Day and New Year's day.

How to Find Us:
From the centre of Bradford on Avon, head in a southerly direction along the A363 Frome Road. After about half a mile, the road crosses the canal. Pedestrians can turn left immediately before that bridge and walk along the paved path beside the lock. The Wharf Cottage is 100 yards ahead. There are public toilets 50 yards beyond the shop/tearoom. If driving, cross over the canal, continue to the next mini-roundabout, turn left into Moulton Drive, cross over the canal and immediately turn left into Baileys Barn. At the far end of Baileys Barn is a public car park with easy access to the Wharf and the Wharf Cottage gardens.

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The Shop at The Canal Centre, Devizes Wharf

Devizes Wharf is off Couch Lane, within easy walking distance of the centre of Devizes and the famous Caen Hill Flight of 29 locks. The Shop is operated by the Kennet and Avon Canal Trust which also has its Headquarters within the Canal Centre.

On sale: Canal-related books, magazines, maps, souvenirs and gifts. Cold drinks, ice creams and sweets.Painted canal-ware a speciality. Mail-order service available.

The shop also provides access to the Canal Museum, a widely acclaimed canal museum telling the history of the Kennet and Avon Canal and its restoration by the Trust. Follow the link from the Home Page.

Telephone:
01380 - 729489
e-mail:

Opening Hours:
Winter: 10.00 am to 4.00 pm
Summer: 10.00 am to 5.00 pm

Closed from 21st December to 3rd January or next working day

Closed Monday & Tuesday in January and February except by appointment

Open on Bank and Public Holidays except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day

How to Find Us:
From the Market Place, head in a northerly direction along Snuff Street. Cross over New Park Street at the pedestrian crossing and straight into Couch Lane. The Wharf entrance is 150 yards on the left. Free on-street parking can be found in nearby streets or there are pay-and-display car parks at the Canal Centre and at the Wharf Car Park behind the town's Police Station (also on New Park Street).

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The Shop and Engineman's Rest Café at Crofton Pumping Station

The Trust's shop and café are within the Pumping Station co-located with the ticket office.

On sale: Small selection of Canal-related books, maps, souvenirs and gifts. Hot and cold drinks, ice creams and sweets.

Follow the links from the Crofton Branch Page.

Telephone:
01672 870300
e-mail:

Opening Hours:
April 6 - Sep 30: 10.30 am to 5.00 pm (every day except Wednesday)

Steaming Weekends:
Follow the links from the Crofton Attractions Page to see the dates when the steam engines are run. Visitors can tour the Pumping Station even when the engines are not in steam; admission charges apply; group bookings are welcome.

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The Shop at The Stone Building, Newbury Wharf

The Tea Shop by the Canal is within the Stone Building on Newbury Wharf, which lies on the south side of the river between Victoria Park Bridge and the bridge that carries the A339/Inner Ring Road over the river.

A large barrier controlled car park and public toilets are adjacent to the Stone Building.

The upstairs Meeting Room in the Stone Building is available for hire.

How to Find Us:
From the North: From M4 take A34 southbound. Branch left onto A339. After approx 4 miles, at the 'Sainsbury's' roundabout, take 3rd exit onto Wharf Road. At mini roundabout turn right on to Wharf Street. At next mini roundabout, turn right into car park and you have reached the Stone Building.
From the South: Take A339 northbound to 'Sainsbury's' roundabout. Take 1st exit onto Wharf Road and follow as above.
Postcode for SatNav: RG14 5AS

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Follow the links from the Newbury Branch Page.

Telephone:
01635 - 522609
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Opening Hours: Daily 9am - 4.30pm

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The Shop at The Visitors' Centre, Aldermaston Wharf

The Visitor Centre and Shop/Tea-room lies 100 yards to the east of the Aldermaston swing-bridge that carries the A340 over the canal just north of Aldermaston. The Shop is operated by the Kennet and Avon Canal Trust and contains a small canal-related display.

On sale: Canal-related books, magazines, maps, souvenirs and gifts. Hot and cold drinks, snack, cakes, ice creams and sweets.

Weather permitting, refreshments can be enjoyed in the canal-side gardens in front of the shop.

Telephone:
0118 - 971 2868

Opening Hours:
Open 6 days a week (closed Mondays, unless a Public Holiday) from April to November
10.00 am to 4.00 pm

How to Find Us:
If walking, head east along the towpath from the Aldermaston Swing Bridge. The Visitor Centre is 100 yards along on your left. Arriving by car, turn east off the A340 about 50 yards north of the Aldermaston Swing Bridge. The small car park is located directly behind the Visitor Centre.

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Page last updated: Sunday, 07 June 2009 12:28