Grand Union Canal Towpath – Gayton Junction loop from Storton's Pits
Grand Union Canal Towpath – Gayton Junction loop from Storton's Pits
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Grand Union Canal Towpath – Gayton Junction loop from Storton's Pits
03:41
14.0km
120m
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: April 16, 2026
Tips
Includes a movable bridge
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After 2.56 km for 8 m
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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2.24 km
Murals and Graffiti on the Grand Union Canal Under the M1
Highlight (Segment) • Structure
Tip by
3.95 km
Rothersthorpe Church
Highlight • Other
8.72 km
Grand Union Canal Towpath
Highlight • Trail
Tip by
9.22 km
Gayton Junction
Highlight • Structure
10.7 km
Northampton Locks on the Grand Union Canal
Highlight • River
Tip by
11.0 km
Grand Union Canal Northampton Arm
Highlight • Viewpoint
Great ride from Gayton Junction to the River Nene
Tip by
11.4 km
Northampton Arm Lock and Sculptures Picnic Area
Highlight • Structure
Tip by
11.6 km
Grand Union Canal Lock at M1 Underpass
Highlight • Bridge
Tip by
14.0 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
10.1 km
2.73 km
539 m
367 m
249 m
Surfaces
3.82 km
3.28 km
2.50 km
2.45 km
1.75 km
133 m
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Elevation
Highest point (130 m)
Lowest point (60 m)
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