Earlswood Lakes - Canal & River Trust

at<strong>Earlswood</strong> <strong>Lakes</strong>SolihullRed LionNorton LaneOld Engine HouseValley RoadFeeder to Stratfordupon-Avon<strong>Canal</strong>Dam<strong>Earlswood</strong>The ReservoirMalthouseLane ParkFishingplatformsManor FarmCraft CentreEnginePoolWindmillPool<strong>Earlswood</strong>Sailing ClubOverflowweirExplore<strong>Earlswood</strong> <strong>Lakes</strong><strong>Earlswood</strong> <strong>Lakes</strong> lie on theoutskirts of Solihull. It’s oneof the best places on thecanal system to spot wildlifeand plants.<strong>Canal</strong> feeder channelClowes Wood &New Fallings CoppiceMalthouse Lane+Ter r y ’sPoolNatureReserveTamworthin-ArdenMap not to scale:covers approx 2 miles/3.3kmFor more information andplaces to go, download our App -<strong>Canal</strong> & <strong>River</strong> <strong>Trust</strong> ‘Places to Visit’ -available in the App Store and Google Playcanalrivertrust.org.uk<strong>River</strong>BlytheThe <strong>Lakes</strong>STAY SAFE:Stay Away Fromthe Edge

Inspire meEarlswoood <strong>Lakes</strong> were made in the 1820s to supply waterto the Stratford-upon- Avon <strong>Canal</strong>. The network of channelsalongside the lakes enabled water to be moved from the <strong>River</strong>Bythe to the canal or the lakes. Since then, wildlife such as birds,bats, small animals and plants have gradually colonised the area.Best of allit’s FREE!*Five things to do at <strong>Earlswood</strong> <strong>Lakes</strong>InformationWood Lane<strong>Earlswood</strong> B94 6AD Count how many waterbirds you can see and name infive minutes. Take a picnic and look out for dragonflies and damselfliesthat love the still water of canal and ponds. Follow the path to the Old Engine House, once used topump water into the canal feeder channel. Watch anglers fishing for carp, roach and bream from thefishing platforms. Get creative! The heritage walk is marked with smallbrass-rubbing plates.ToiletsCaféPubPicnic areaPlay areaPathAllow half a dayfor this visitParkingShare your adventurePost a picture on our Facebook page facebook.com/canalrivertrustand tell us about your best discovery.* Don’t forget:Although the site is alwaysopen the facilities and boattrips may not be and somemay be chargeable. Pleasecheck with local businessbefore setting out.Become a<strong>Canal</strong> & <strong>River</strong> <strong>Trust</strong>Family Friend!The <strong>Canal</strong> is where I learnt that I was much better at steeringa boat than my older brother. And it’s where I tell tales to mygrandchildren about what a great industrial nation we once were.If we don’t look after them they’ll be gone. Forever. What a waste.Arthur, aged 74 (and still the best skipper in town).Please set up a regular donation at canalrivertrust.org.uk/familyfriendor phone 0303 040 4040 and request your family welcome pack.Explore furtherGo to canalriverexplorers.org.uk to discover lots of fun things to do with the family.A big thank you to all the volunteers who helped produce these – you know who you are.© <strong>Canal</strong> & <strong>River</strong> <strong>Trust</strong> Charity Commission no. 114679206/14