Leeds & Liverpool Canal & Martin Mere Wetland Centre loop from Burscough

03:50

15.1km

40m

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: June 6, 2024

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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7.32 km

Martin Mere Wetland Centre

Highlight • Natural

Martin Mere Wetland Centre is managed by the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust. At Martin Mere there are a selection of lakes and wetland habitat managed for the birds and animals that live here. It's a wonderful place to spot a selection of wild birds and animals either while walking through the area, from one of the hides or on a tour with a ranger.
There is a small cafe an shop at the visitor centre where you can buy a cup of tea and support the conservation work.

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12.1 km

Moss Lock, Rufford Branch, Leeds & Liverpool Canal

Highlight • Structure

Moss Lock on the Rufford branch of the Leeds & Liverpool Canal.
There is a footbridge here so you can access the tow path on both sides of the canal and create nice circular walks.

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13.2 km

Rufford Branch Junction, Leeds & Liverpool Canal

Highlight • Bridge

This part of the canal being the Rufford Branch is where I would normally go and have my lunch and what a beauty it is too. There is a canalside pub called the Ship Inn where you'll enjoy a lot of what the menu has to offer (providing that social distancing and good hygiene is respected). You can actually take a leisurely stroll along the Rufford Branch of the canal to enjoy the peace and serenity.

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