Beeston Castle – Shropshire Union Canal Towpath loop from Chester
Beeston Castle – Shropshire Union Canal Towpath loop from Chester
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Beeston Castle – Shropshire Union Canal Towpath loop from Chester
02:28
42.4km
170m
Cycling
Moderate bike ride. 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 15, 2026
Tips
Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps
You may need to carry your bike.
After 42.0 km for 15 m
Waypoints
Start point
Train Station
Get Directions
1.92 km
Sandy Lane Ferry
Highlight • Rest Area
Tip by
6.84 km
Saighton War Memorial and Water Pump
Highlight • Historical Site
19.5 km
The Shady Oak Pub
Highlight • Restaurant
Tip by
19.6 km
The Shady Resthouse
Highlight • Restaurant
20.3 km
Beeston Castle
Highlight • Castle
22.6 km
Beeston Castle
Highlight • Viewpoint
Tip by
38.1 km
Rowton Bridge
Highlight • Structure
38.1 km
Shropshire Union Canal Towpath
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Tip by
42.4 km
End point
Train Station
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
33.8 km
6.82 km
1.30 km
175 m
126 m
< 100 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
36.2 km
5.50 km
572 m
< 100 m
< 100 m
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Elevation
Highest point (80 m)
Lowest point (10 m)
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Weather
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Saturday 18 July
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Max wind speed: 19.0 km/h
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