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Burscough Wharf – Leeds and Liverpool Canal loop from Burscough Junction

Running trails & routes

North West England

West Lancashire

Burscough Wharf – Leeds and Liverpool Canal loop from Burscough Junction

Moderate

18

runners

Burscough Wharf – Leeds and Liverpool Canal loop from Burscough Junction

00:35

5.63km

20m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 9, 2026

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Includes a movable bridge

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After 4.07 km for 17 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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2.65 km

The Old Packet House, Burscough

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"The Old Packet House in Burscough, also known as the Waterfront, is a historic canalside pub built in the 18th century, originally named the Bridge Hotel, and served as a …

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2

2.73 km

Burscough Bridge Over Leeds–Liverpool Canal

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Burscough has two bridges. One over the railway line adjacent to the station. The other bridge is this one over the Leeds-Liverpool Canal. Burscough is a vibrant and colourful town …

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2.78 km

Burscough Wharf

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"Burscough wharf was at the center of trade on the canal, with the Wharf Buildings purpose-built for the horses that pulled barges along the canal. The canal was crucial to …

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4

3.73 km

Leeds and Liverpool Canal

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Great views of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. On the path there is also the Ship Inn pub

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5

3.83 km

Rufford Branch Junction, Leeds & Liverpool Canal

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This part of the canal being the Rufford Branch is where I would normally go and have my lunch and what a beauty it is too. There is a canalside …

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5.63 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.95 km

1.91 km

938 m

759 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.73 km

1.04 km

532 m

269 m

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Monday 25 May

27°C

14°C

19 %

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