After Tackley and Kirtlington, there is a 3-mile (4.8 km) stretch of the Oxford Canal with no settlements until you reach the Heyfords. The walk along the towpath here is much loved by the folk of Oxford, who use train the stations at Tackley and Lower Heyford and walk between the two.

Aside from the occasional train rattling along the nearby tracks and the chugging of passing canal barges, this section is characterised by peace, serenity and birdsong. The canal and River Cherwell both provide a habitat for a number of bird species.

Benedict East

April 12, 2020

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Sturdy footwear needed, but accessible in all weathers.

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1. Kirtlington Village – Pigeon Lock loop from Tackley

14.2km

03:43

100m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Oxford Canal at Lower Heyford – Lower Heyford Village loop from Kirtlington

14.6km

03:47

90m

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3. Lower Heyford Village – Oxford Canal at Lower Heyford loop from Heyford

11.1km

02:53

60m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 70 m

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Location: Kirtlington, Cherwell, Oxfordshire, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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Oxford Canal Towpath Between Tackley and Lower Heyford

1. Kirtlington Village – Pigeon Lock loop from Tackley

2. Oxford Canal at Lower Heyford – Lower Heyford Village loop from Kirtlington

3. Lower Heyford Village – Oxford Canal at Lower Heyford loop from Heyford

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