Flat walks near me

Would you like to go for a walk with no hills involved? Our level towpaths offer miles and miles of flat walks on your doorstep. Read on for our free guide to flat walks near you.

Our canal towpaths are level and there's little chance of getting lost, perfect for walkers who like to know what's coming next.

We’re proud to support This Girl Can, Sport England’s initiative helping to empower women to get active. Canals and rivers are great places to get started.

Flat walks near me

Aside from lock flights, canals are level. Our local to you page will help you find your nearest stretch of towpath - just be sure to check out where the next locks are located.

Alternatively, read on for our favourite flat walks.

London

A trip boat with lots of windows and a traditional working boat moored in front of residential buildings on the canal

Walk from Little Venice

This two mile walk is rich in scenery - you may even spot some inhabitants of London Zoo. In bustling Camden you'll find the eponymous lock, but you can always end the walk before then or simply turn around and retrace your steps.

Lancashire

Aerial shot of a narrowboat passing over Lune Aqueduct

Lovely, lock-free walks in Lancashire

Linking Kendal to Preston, the Lancaster Canal offers 41 miles of level, lock-free walking. Try out this two mile route which starts at the historic Lune Aqueduct.

Yorkshire

Grassy towpath next to an empty field and canal with blue skies

Flat walk in the Pennines

Beautiful views, cute tea rooms, an aqueduct and a medieval castle, this walk has everything. Start the route after lock number 30 for flat walking along the summit of the Leeds & Liverpool Canal.

Wales

Canal goes round a corner, passing trees and houses

Flat walk along the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal

The Mon & Brec is known for rural charm and enchanting scenery. Try this short flat walk from Goytre Wharf to Pentre Bridge.

Birmingham

Flat walks in the Midlands

The Birmingham Canal Navigations offer miles of level towpaths through central Birmingham and out into the Black Country. Explore the Wyrley & Essington Canal, which takes a meandering path for 16 miles with no locks in sight.

High Peak

Narrowboat moored on the towpath at a junction in front of a tunnel and bridge under a blue sky

Wellbeing walk to Bugsworth Basin

Taking a walk along this level canal towpath is an enjoyable way to boost your physical and mental health.

Burnley

On a sunny day a narrowboat 'Yorkshire Bourne' turns the corner of a canal

Walk the Burnley Trail

Enjoy this three mile, level walk taking in lots of historical sites along the Leeds & Liverpool Canal from Gannow Tunnel to Bank Hall Colliery. You can stop off at the restored Finsley Gate Wharf for a breather.