Relax and recharge with a canal walk
Explore our full list of canal and river walks or head to your local canal and follow your nose.
Alternatively, take a look at our favourite types of walks near you.
Types of walks near me
Find waterside walks near you with our free guide. Whether you're looking for flat walks, family walks, dog walks or scenic walks, there’s a whole world of waterway fun to discover.
Take a long canal walk
Feel the benefits of walking by water with one of our favourite long canal walks. These routes are approximately five miles long.
Short walks near me
Enjoy a short canal walk
Perfect if you have little legs, little time or want more a gentle stroll. These routes are approximately one mile long.
Scenic canal walks
Walks with a view
Walking is good for the mind as well as the body
Walks with a view
Walking is good for the mind as well as the body
Circular canal walks
Walking round in circles
Enjoy a circular walk by the canal
Walking round in circles
Enjoy a circular walk by the canal
Family-friendly walks
Family walks near me
These strolls are perfect for all ages
Family walks near me
These strolls are perfect for all ages
Nature walks
Nature walks near me
Admire colourful wildlife on these waterside routes. Whatever the season, there's plenty to see and enjoy
Flat walks
Enjoy a flat walk by the canal
The towpath is always level and the scenery is always inviting on a flat walk by the canal
City canal walks
City canal walks
Escape the city streets for the tranquillity of the towpath
City canal walks
Escape the city streets for the tranquillity of the towpath
Dog-friendly walks
Walks with your four-legged friends
The following routes have been selected with dog-walking in mind
Walks with your four-legged friends
The following routes have been selected with dog-walking in mind
Last Edited: 14 August 2025
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