Diglis Basin is a

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on the Worcester and Birmingham Canal. It is situated in Diglis in the centre of Worcester,

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, near The Commandery (a command post during the

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). To the north is Tibberton (8.41 miles and 14 locks away) and to the west is Diglis Junction (0.25 miles and 2 locks to the west)Gazetteer entry for Diglis BasinCanal Plan AC — Canal Route Planner
UK. where the canal meets the

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. It is the first basin (with associated amenities) reached after joining the canal from the River Severn.

Facilities available

With its central position in Worcester, Diglis Basin is very convenient for shops and leisure facilities in the centre of the city. It also has the following facilities of its own: * Water point * Rubbish disposal * Dry dock

References

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