Long walks near me

Stretch your legs and feel better by water with one of our favourite long canal walks. Read more.

Lady walking dog beside canal with blossom on trees

Make the most of the long hours of daylight with a long walk by water. The following walks are around five miles long - perfect for stretching your legs and enjoying fresh air and exercise.

In no particular order, here are some of our favourite long canal walks

Walks in the midlands

Circular walk from Fradley Junction

Enjoy a five-mile circular walk along the Trent & Mersey Canal from Fradley Junction, taking in beautiful Staffordshire countryside.

Coventry Canal walk

Stroll along the Coventry Canal on this five-mile walk from the canal basin to historic Hawkesbury Junction.

A walk in the north

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

Walk from Gargrave to Skipton

Enjoy stunning scenery along the lock-free summit of the Leeds & Liverpool Canal

A walk in Wales

Walk to the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct

Wonderful wildlife and stunning architecture make this a memorable walk on the Llangollen Canal

Walks in the south

A black and white metal bridge in front of a single lock on a sunny day.

Circular walk in Oxford

Enjoy this five-mile walk around the historic city of Oxford

Seven-mile walk from Crofton

A circular walk boasting fabulous canal and countryside scenery with some history thrown in too

Walking advice

Remember to bring along a drink and dress appropriately for the weather. You may need suncream and a sunhat, or a raincoat and wellies. It's important to take medical advice before starting a new exercise regime. If you're new to walking, why not start with one of our shorter strolls?

Two friends walking along the towpath in Birmingham and smiling at the camera.

2,000 miles of towpaths

Can't find a route near you? We have 2,000 miles of level towpaths running alongside relaxing waterside scenery. Find your nearest towpath today

Last Edited: 27 June 2024