Oxford Canal, Newbold Tunnel North Portal

The Newbold Tunnel North Portal is a canal tunnel portal built between 1831 and 1834, with some minor alterations made in the 20th century. It is constructed of brick and stone and features a single, semi-circular arch with an upward curving band and a solid parapet. The spandrels curve outward and connect to wing walls that have trailing edges, all made of brick except for the stone copings. Inside the tunnel, there are double towpaths equipped with cast-iron handrails that have trailing edges for tow ropes. This portal is a rare example of a canal tunnel with these features, built during the improvements to the Oxford Canal in the 1830s, with William Cubitt serving as the consultant engineer. The south portal of the tunnel is located in Rugby civil parish.