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Grand Union Canal – Teardrop Lakes loop from City of Milton Keynes

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Milton Keynes

Grand Union Canal – Teardrop Lakes loop from City of Milton Keynes

Moderate

5.0

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Grand Union Canal – Teardrop Lakes loop from City of Milton Keynes

02:39

45.2km

220m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.30 km

Wolverton to Newport Pagnell Railway Path

Highlight • Cycleway

Nice cycle path on an old railway line 👍

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2

3.26 km

Grand Union Canal

Highlight • River

Stretching 137 miles (220 km) from London to Birmingham, the Grand Union Canal was once an important waterway carrying trade to and from the capital. Today, narrowboats slowly cruise the waters, whilst cyclists and walkers enjoy the towpath.

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3

3.30 km

Old railway line that runs from Newport Pagnell to Wolverton

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4

12.1 km

Willen Lake West Shore

Highlight • Lake

5

13.1 km

Willen Lake North

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is a stunning vantage point to look out at the tranquility and beauty of Willen Lake. A super place to come to blow off some cobwebs.

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6

29.1 km

Teardrop Lakes

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The motorway right besides is quite noise, which disturbs the experience considerably. Also the part closer to the national bowl is a bit shabby. For the rest quite green pseudo-nature, but relaxing by bike.

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30.2 km

Furzton Lake

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

Furzton Lake in Milton Keynes is part of the Parks Trust and has scenic lakeside views. It is a popular family recreational area as well as for runners, walkers, and …

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8

41.5 km

Tongwell Lake

Highlight • Lake

Tongwell Lake seems to be Milton Keynes’ very own swan haven. The path around the lake is easy to follow as it only takes around 30 minutes to walk the …

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45.2 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

34.0 km

5.82 km

4.35 km

540 m

362 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

36.8 km

6.39 km

1.06 km

732 m

127 m

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Monday 5 October

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