The Grand Union Canal was once one of the most important waterways in Britain, carrying goods between London and Birmingham. The canal travels 137 miles (220 km) in total, with 166 locks. After the introduction of the railway and lorries, the waters were no longer needed for business and commercial trade stopped completely in the 1970s.

Today, the canal is a peaceful waterway carrying pleasure boats gently downstream. Joggers, cyclists and walkers enjoy the well-maintained tow path along its banks. The canal is a haven for wildlife, too.

SteveP

May 20, 2020

Cycling

Fantastic easy cycling, very relaxing

Tony Churchill

March 24, 2022

Cycling

Peaceful, road traffic free, great wildlife = perfect cycling 👍

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Grand Union Canal Towpath – The Three Locks loop from Milton Keynes Central

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The Three Locks – Grand Union Canal Towpath loop from Leighton Buzzard

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Sandy Lane – Grand Union Canal Towpath loop from Leighton Buzzard

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Elevation 80 m

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Monday 30 March

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Location: Leighton-Linslade, Central Bedfordshire, East Of England, England, United Kingdom

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Grand Union Canal Towpath – The Three Locks loop from Milton Keynes Central

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