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Withnell Canal Towpath Access – Top Lock, Wheelton loop from Wheelton

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North West England

Withnell Canal Towpath Access – Top Lock, Wheelton loop from Wheelton

Easy

4.5

(2)

14

riders

Withnell Canal Towpath Access – Top Lock, Wheelton loop from Wheelton

01:17

17.7km

90m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 14.5 km for 292 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

2.87 km

Withnell Canal Towpath Access

Highlight • River

Good access to the picturesque canal towpath here at Withnell, but watch for punctures when the hedges have been cut back.

Tip by

2

5.06 km

View of the Canal and Narrowboats

Highlight • Viewpoint

Very picturesque area watching the canal boats go by definitely worth a break here and enjoy

Tip by

7.47 km

Stanworth Woods

Forest

4

8.65 km

Feniscowles Bridge 93B, Leeds & Liverpool Canal

Highlight • Cycleway

Avid with dog walkers a bell is highly recommended

Tip by

5

12.1 km

Leeds and Liverpool Canal Scenic Stretch

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Absolutely stunning stretch peace and tranquility guaranteed along this section of the Leeds and Liverpool canal.

Tip by

6

17.1 km

Leeds and Liverpool Canal Path

Highlight • Cycleway

Be wary of pedestrians, bells at the ready!

Tip by

7

17.1 km

Top Lock, Wheelton

Highlight • Historical Site

A Grade II listed building, The Top Lock is a quintessential rural inn with lots of variety. A tasteful refurbishment will capitalise on this.
It's on the Leeds Liverpool canal …

Tip by

8

17.1 km

The Top Lock Pub

Highlight • Pub

Also at the lock in the photos there were ple ty of picnic benches and seating. Beautiful spot for a break.

Tip by

B

17.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.1 km

1.53 km

483 m

460 m

100 m

Surfaces

7.43 km

3.71 km

2.91 km

1.91 km

1.71 km

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Saturday 10 October

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6°C

8 %

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