Scenic walks near me

The mighty Tardebigge is the longest lock flight in Britain. Its 30 locks are a walker’s rural delight set in an uplifting panorama of open countryside. This walk is 3.5 miles (just under 6km) long.

The Regent’s Canal tiptoes through the capital. This is a city walk through the backdoor, catching London in private, with its slippers on. This walk is 2 miles (3km) long.

There's plenty to take in as you walk along this scenic stretch of the Leeds & Liverpool Canal, from the locks at Bingley to the Victorian village of Saltaire. This walk is 3 miles (5km) long.

Starting at Brecon Basin this beautiful walk to Brynich Aqueduct is 2.2 miles or 3.5km long.

This easy terrain walk covers towpaths for 20 miles. Admire the Avoncliff Aqueduct and the grand finale which is Caen Hill lock flight at Devizes. Don't worry about doing it all in one go. This is a walk to savour in stages.

Discover Burnley's history on this scenic walk from Gannow Tunnel to Bank Hall colliery. Enjoy the stunning views from Burnley Embankment. This walk is 3 miles (5km) long.

This short wellbeing walk will blow away the cobwebs. Explore the beautiful Peak Forest Canal to historic Bugsworth Basin. This walk is 1 mile (1.7km) long.

Enjoy some of the best open countryside anywhere on England’s canal network on the lock-free summit of the Leeds & Liverpool Canal. This scenic walk is 5 miles (8km) long.

The highlight of this beautiful walk is the stunning Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, with gentle countryside at either end from Horseshoe Falls to the pretty town of Llangollen. This walk is 6 miles (nearly 10km) long.

Stretch your legs along this scenic stretch of canal. This short walk is 1.5 miles (2.4km) long - or you can double the distance by walking there and back.