Leeds and Liverpool Canal – Southport Pier loop from Aughton Park

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Leeds and Liverpool Canal – Southport Pier loop from Aughton Park

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Leeds and Liverpool Canal – Southport Pier loop from Aughton Park

03:42

64.0km

210m

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: July 18, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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13.9 km

Leeds and Liverpool Canal

Highlight • Cycleway

Two marinas either side of this branch of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal.

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19.1 km

Mere Brow Wood

Forest

19.9 km

Holmes Wood

Forest

37.8 km

Marine Drive Cycle Path and View of Blackpool

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Nice road and on clear days you can spot Blackpool Tower.
Lots of wildlife and natural beauty

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40.8 km

Southport Pier

Highlight • Bridge

If your on a road bike watch out for tram lines. Beautiful scenery out to sea and of the southport coast.

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43.2 km

Southport Promenade

Highlight • Cycleway

A fantastic place to ride with great views

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43.5 km

Southport Pier

Highlight • Viewpoint

Pier is currently closed, but when the tide is out it's a great place to walk up to along the never ending beach.

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43.7 km

Southport Pier

Highlight • Historical Site

View of the Pier at the far end of Southport Promenade, socially distanced from the masses.

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45.2 km

Southport Coastal Grasslands

Highlight • Natural

46.3 km

View of Southport Beach at Sunset

Highlight • Beach

Southport beach really does boast some of the most amazing views of the coast.

With long sandy beaches and a coast-line that stretches 22 miles across Sefton, you can soak …

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64.0 km

End point

Train Station

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