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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1. Linslade Woods Cycle Path – Grand Union Canal Towpath loop from Leighton Buzzard

32.7km

02:27

260m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Teardrop Lakes – The Three Locks loop from Milton Keynes Central

42.1km

02:51

140m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

25.3km

01:43

80m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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Grand Union Canal and Twelve Arches Weir

1. Linslade Woods Cycle Path – Grand Union Canal Towpath loop from Leighton Buzzard

2. Teardrop Lakes – The Three Locks loop from Milton Keynes Central

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

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