Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 6, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.83 km

Devizes Wharf

Highlight • Historical Site

You can download local maps from: canalrivertrust.org.uk/places-to-visit/devizes-wharf

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2.87 km

The Crammer Pond

Highlight • Lake

Perhaps the most famous local legend is that of the Moonrakers, which is reputed to have taken place at the Crammer (Devizes town’s pond).

The story goes that a group …

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3.68 km

Devizes Market Place and Landmarks

Highlight • Historical Site

The Market Cross was designed by Benjamin Wyatt and was given somewhat begrudgingly by Lord Sidmouth. He was Member of Parliament for the Borough from 1784 to 1805 and Prime …

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7.09 km

Marsh Lane Bridge, Rowde

Highlight • River

For a pleasant walk around Rowde start at Marsh Lane Bridge, follow the signs until you reach the Village Shop

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7.20 km

Caen Hill Locks

Highlight • Viewpoint

An impressive set of 29 locks cross the canal one after the other between Rowde and Devizes on the Kennet and Avon Canal. Engineered by John Rennie in the 18th …

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8.24 km

Monument Lock (Caen Hill, Kennet and Avon Canal)

Highlight • Bridge

Restored with aid of the Monument Trust.
Caen Hill Flight Lock No 42 is a minor waterways place on the Kennet and Avon Canal (Main Line) between Horton Bridge No …

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8.36 km

Cosy, good for kids

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Wednesday10:30am5pm
Thursday10:30am-3:30pm
Friday10:30am3:30pm
Saturday10:30am-4:30pm
Sunday10:30am-4:30pm
Monday10:30am–3:30pm
Tuesday10:30am–3:30pm

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9.04 km

The Black Horse Pub on the Kennet and Avon Canal

Highlight • Pub

The outside seating area is directly on the Kennet and Avon Canal and this is the nearest pub to the famous Caen Hill locks, which are a 5 minute walk under the bridge and along the towpath.

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11.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.51 km

2.16 km

1.26 km

989 m

573 m

Surfaces

4.12 km

3.37 km

2.91 km

472 m

427 m

189 m

Elevation

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Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Devizes Wharf

The Crammer Pond

Devizes Market Place and Landmarks

Marsh Lane Bridge, Rowde

Caen Hill Locks

Monument Lock (Caen Hill, Kennet and Avon Canal)

Caen Hill Café

The Black Horse Pub on the Kennet and Avon Canal

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