Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 3, 2025

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After 14.4 km for 108 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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4.83 km

St. Oswald's Church, Backford

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8.06 km

Narrowboats on the Shropshire Union Canal

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Union Canal Carriers’ base in Braunston provides 10 different routes, ranging from relaxing to something more energetic. Some routes are nearly lock free, whilst others have multiple locks and tunnels to negotiate.

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14.6 km

Ellesmere Port Lighthouse

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Also known as Whitby Lighthouse, Ellesmere Port Lighthouse was built at Whitby Docks in 1880.

William Jessop built a canal from the River Mersey at Netherpool to Ellesmere and Chester …

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21.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.16 km

4.89 km

3.98 km

2.61 km

1.99 km

138 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.0 km

9.62 km

143 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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