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Trent and Mersey Canal Towpath – Fradley Junction loop from Alrewas

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West Midlands Region

Trent and Mersey Canal Towpath – Fradley Junction loop from Alrewas

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Trent and Mersey Canal Towpath – Fradley Junction loop from Alrewas

01:40

6.62km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

377 m

Trent and Mersey Canal Towpath

Highlight • Trail

Nice quiet part of the canal towpath, the odd dog walker as expected, but a nice varied addition adding a circular walk to a day at the Arboretum.

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2

1.38 km

Trent & Mersey Canal Towpath (Fradley Junction to Alrewas)

Highlight • River

A wonderful section of tow-path to run alongside the Trent & Mersey Canal between Fradley Junction and Alrewas.

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3

3.35 km

Fradley Junction

Highlight • Structure

Fradley Junction, where the Coventry Canal meets the Trent & Mersey Canal, hosts a great little café over-looking the canal, with facilities in the courtyard. A pub, nature reserve and …

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4

3.57 km

The Laughing Duck Coffee Shop

Highlight • Cafe

Take-away with outdoor, canal-side seating. Open 7 days a week for cooked breakfasts, mid-morning snacks, cakes and coffee.

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B

6.62 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.49 km

800 m

312 m

Surfaces

4.68 km

869 m

364 m

347 m

340 m

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