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Springwell Reedbed – Grand Union Canal Path loop from Northwood

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Springwell Reedbed – Grand Union Canal Path loop from Northwood

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Springwell Reedbed – Grand Union Canal Path loop from Northwood

04:59

18.8km

190m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 29, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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2.41 km

Copse Wood

Forest

2

3.75 km

Ruislip Youth War Memorial Chapel

Highlight • Monument

'This Chapel is dedicated to the memory of the youth of Ruislip who gave their lives in the second World War 1939 - 1945'

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3

9.17 km

Weir at Towpath Bridge No. 177B

Highlight • River

Great looking weir, good to see something different 👍

Tip by

4

10.6 km

Grand Union Canal – Clear Water and Aquatic Plants

Highlight • Natural

Thousands of fish. Perfect spot to sit down and relax.

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5

11.0 km

Springwell Reedbed

Highlight • Lake

The largest reedbed in London, home to many types of wildlife.

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6

11.6 km

Grand Union Canal at Springwell Lane

Highlight • Cycleway

Be aware that most of the side roads (including New Park Road, which is the recommended start point) are residents' parking only, but we found it easy to park on the main Rickmansworth Road on a Sunday.

Tip by

7

12.7 km

Stocker's Lock and Stone Bridge

Highlight • Structure

Very quaint old lock, worth checking out!

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8

12.8 km

Grand Union Canal Path

Highlight • Trail

Stretching from London to Birmingham, this canal is worth walking along on a sunny day. There are plenty of beautiful pubs around to stop at.

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9

13.9 km

Lock 81, Grand Union Canal

Highlight • Bridge

B

18.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.54 km

5.26 km

1.81 km

1.37 km

682 m

123 m

Surfaces

9.60 km

2.99 km

2.93 km

1.99 km

840 m

424 m

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Highest point (110 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

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Saturday 23 May

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