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Leeds & Liverpool Canal – Aintree Racecourse loop from Aintree

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Leeds & Liverpool Canal – Aintree Racecourse loop from Aintree

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Leeds & Liverpool Canal – Aintree Racecourse loop from Aintree

02:09

26.7km

60m

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 10, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 17.8 km for 67 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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286 m

The Grand National

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The Grand National is a National Hunt horse race held annually at Aintree Racecourse, Aintree, Merseyside, England. First run in 1839, it is a handicap steeplechase over an official distance …

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12.1 km

Leeds and Liverpool Canal

Lake

13.1 km

Bridge Over the Leeds and Liverpool Canal

Highlight • River

Nice place to cross with nice views

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19.3 km

Leeds & Liverpool Canal

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Watch out for the ducks and swans that sit along the panel path and dogs off the leash.

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21.3 km

Canal Pathway Near Fields

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Paths a bit rough around here, but nice area.

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26.2 km

Aintree Racecourse

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Aintree Racecourse was opened in July 1829. It was located on land owned by the Earl of Sefton, who was encouraged in his promotion of racing by a Mr Lynn, …

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26.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.2 km

3.78 km

1.27 km

665 m

406 m

243 m

198 m

Surfaces

15.2 km

7.07 km

3.03 km

1.21 km

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 19 May

17°C

11°C

54 %

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The Grand National

Bridge Over the Leeds and Liverpool Canal

Leeds & Liverpool Canal

Canal Pathway Near Fields

Aintree Racecourse

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