Dutton Locks – Dutton Horse Bridge loop from Acton Bridge

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Cheshire West and Chester

Acton Bridge

Dutton Locks – Dutton Horse Bridge loop from Acton Bridge

Moderate

5.0

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hikers

Dutton Locks – Dutton Horse Bridge loop from Acton Bridge

03:10

12.2km

80m

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: August 17, 2026

Tips

Includes movable bridges

Check opening times.

After 267 m for 80 m

After 11.8 km for 80 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

1.00 km

Cinder Path Along the River Weaver

Highlight • Cycleway

when you get to the Delamere area, there are two cafes. The first is quieter and less dogs, but the second has great coffee and even a small bike bike shop

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1.92 km

Dutton Locks and Riverside Walk

Highlight • River

Great place to stop for some lunch. Impressive locks and places to sit.

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2.18 km

Derelict Boat at Dutton Locks

Highlight • Other

2.33 km

Dutton Locks

Highlight • Structure

Historic feature and crossing point on the Weaver Navigation.

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2.60 km

Dutton Horse Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

The elegant, Grade II-listed Dutton Horse Bridge was built by John Arthur Saner, chief engineer to the Weaver Navigation Trust, in the early 20th century. Spanning a peaceful stretch of …

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3.41 km

Overgrown Woodland With Fallen Trees

Highlight • Forest

Unsuitable for cycling and hikers may struggle

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5.07 km

Whittle's Corner

Forest

6.29 km

Farm Access Track

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Can be a bit muddy at times, nice little track.

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9.05 km

Garden Wood

Forest

11.7 km

Little Leigh village entrance

Highlight • Pub

There is a large pub carpark but unless you're going to visit the pub then you could get a frosty reception. However there is also roadside parking . Whatever the …

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12.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.83 km

2.14 km

721 m

486 m

Surfaces

4.29 km

2.71 km

2.05 km

1.41 km

1.24 km

486 m

Elevation

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Highest point (60 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Tuesday 6 October

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Comments

July 27, 2025,Dutton Locks Circular from The Leigh Arms

Really nice flat stroll along the Weaver Navigation, looping round via Aston Grange and back along the Trent & Mersey Canal. Very peaceful with lots of wildlife.