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Leeds and Liverpool Canal – Ashurst Beacon loop from Up Holland

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Leeds and Liverpool Canal – Ashurst Beacon loop from Up Holland

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Leeds and Liverpool Canal – Ashurst Beacon loop from Up Holland

04:23

16.4km

200m

Hiking

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: May 6, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.37 km

Holland Hall

Highlight • Pub

2.91 km

Dean Wood

Forest

5.49 km

Leeds and Liverpool Canal

Highlight • River

6.53 km

Leeds and Liverpool Canal

Lake

8.37 km

Leeds & Liverpool Canal Towpath

Highlight • Bridge

The Leeds & Liverpool canal runs for 127miles between the two cities. Originally built for transporting goods it's use declined after the railways and nowadays it's predominantly used for recreation. …

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11.8 km

Coronation Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

if you approach from Ashurst's Beacon, avoid the drop in the tree roots by walking slightly to the left and there is a much safer path. having crossed the bridge …

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12.4 km

Ashurst Beacon

Highlight • Monument

An easy walk up to the tower from the road. It has great views looking out towards Liverpool and Blackpool
This beacon tower was built in 1798 by Sir William …

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16.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.45 km

3.43 km

2.54 km

1.39 km

564 m

Surfaces

4.69 km

3.11 km

2.71 km

2.28 km

1.81 km

1.77 km

Elevation

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

Weather

Tuesday 7 July

23°C

15°C

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Leeds and Liverpool Canal – Ashurst Beacon loop from Up Holland

Holland Hall

Leeds and Liverpool Canal

Leeds & Liverpool Canal Towpath

Coronation Bridge

Ashurst Beacon

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