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North West England

Cheshire West and Chester

Shropshire Union Canal Path – Shropshire Union Canal Towpath loop from Waverton

Running trails & routes

North West England

Cheshire West and Chester

Shropshire Union Canal Path – Shropshire Union Canal Towpath loop from Waverton

Moderate

85

runners

Shropshire Union Canal Path – Shropshire Union Canal Towpath loop from Waverton

01:06

9.38km

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: August 13, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

1.87 km

Shropshire Union Canal Path

Highlight • Trail

The Shropshire Union Canal winds into Chester from the south and is a wonderful place to walk. In summer, wildflowers, birds and wildlife thrive along the waterside and colourful canal …

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2

3.94 km

Shropshire Union Canal Path to Christleton

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

3

4.69 km

Chemistry Lock

Highlight • River

4

6.40 km

Shropshire Union Canal Towpath

Highlight • River

The tow path is generally good, best for gravel bikes! There are routes pushing up the tarmac in places and the surface is worn in others.

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5

7.42 km

Rowton Bridge

Highlight • Structure

B

9.38 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.11 km

1.41 km

802 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.74 km

529 m

< 100 m

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