Shardlow

Trent & Mersey Canal and River Trent

18th century transhipment port

There has been a settlement on the site since before the doomsday book was written. Shardlow is a village oozing in history. Once a river port, it developed further once the canal was built. There are over 50 protected buildings still standing in Shardlow today.

What is there to do?

• Shardlow Heritage Centre
• A Walk Around the Village - available to buy from the heritage centre
• Cafe/ pub/ restaurant
• 52 listed buildings including many canal warehouses
• Marina on the River Trent - 3miles from the wharf
• Lock

Want to know more?

Visit the Shardlow Heritage Centre's website to discover more about this fascinating village and the heritage centre.

Families

As well as being a great place for a visit at any time, the heritage centre also run special events click here to find out what's on.

Opening hours for the heritage centre are:

Easter - End of October
Saturdays, Sundays & Bank Holidays
12noon - 5.00pm
Free Parking,
Evening and/or group visits by arrangement

What about schools and groups?

Groups can visit the heritage centre by arrangement.