The Shropshire Union Canal winds into Chester from the south and is a wonderful place to walk. In summer, wildflowers, birds and wildlife thrive along the waterside and colourful canal boats putter about. This canal path is long and allows you to walk for miles, into or out of the city.

Anne

May 29, 2025

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It's an easy to walk Canal Path,it stretches from Ellesmere Port to Chester, Ellesmere Port has a nice Boat Museum, and a friendly café

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Best Hikes to Shropshire Union Canal Path

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1. Eastgate Clock – Chester Cathedral loop from Christleton

10.4km

02:39

30m

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

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2. Shropshire Union Canal Path loop from Waverton

4.00km

01:01

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Shropshire Union Canal Path loop from Chester

8.62km

02:11

20m

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

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Elevation 40 m

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Wednesday 21 January

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Max wind speed: 26.0 km/h

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Location: Christleton, Cheshire West and Chester, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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Shropshire Union Canal Path

1. Eastgate Clock – Chester Cathedral loop from Christleton

2. Shropshire Union Canal Path loop from Waverton

3. Shropshire Union Canal Path loop from Chester

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