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EC - Beside The Sidings Traditional Cache

This cache has been archived.

jayjaybee8: We've sadly decided to archive this, the first cache we put out. Although we think it's in an interesting area, the reality is that it is a high activity area at all times of the day and evening, with little cover for cachers to search.
With another cache in the general area there is still a nice line of caches up the canal/river.

We'll investigate whether we can find another area nearer the town to continue the series.

Thanks to all who found it, and apologies to those who visited when it was missing

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Hidden : 2/3/2011
Difficulty:
2 out of 5
Terrain:
1.5 out of 5

Size: Size:   small (small)

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Geocache Description:

This cache has been placed near Dockholme Lock, as part of a short series following the Erewash Canal passing through Long Eaton and Sandiacre.

This cache is a small clip-lock box, with a log book, pencil and a number of small swaps

Dockholme Lock is on the Erewash Canal between Long Eaton and Sandiacre. There is pedestrian access via the adjacent bridge, from Bennett Street, where on-street parking is available. This gives access to the canal towpath (forming part of the SUSTRANS cycle route 67) and also to the flood plain area of the nearby River Erewash.

Since the arrival of the railways this route has been taken by workers on their way to Toton Sidings; the pathway is still there, but public access is not allowed across the railway yard now.

The towpath has recently been resurfaced, giving good access for pushchairs, wheelchairs etc. An information board has also been added to the site, giving more details about the surroundings.

The location is VERY popular with cyclists, dog walkers and fishermen, coming from a variety of directions, so great care should be taken when searching for the cache.

*** Congratulations to saraheamartin for FTF ***

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Arfgyvat

Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)