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Pond by Sankey Canal – Bewsey Park loop from Sankey for Penketh

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North West England

Pond by Sankey Canal – Bewsey Park loop from Sankey for Penketh

Moderate

6

hikers

Pond by Sankey Canal – Bewsey Park loop from Sankey for Penketh

02:45

10.9km

20m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

2.59 km

Sankey Viaduct

Highlight • Monument

The railway line from Liverpool to Manchester runs over this bridge

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2

2.70 km

Sankey Valley Greenway and the Ferry Tavern

Highlight • River

The Sankey Canal opened in 1757, following the valley along the Sankey Brook, however was abandoned between 1931 and 1963. The canal has been under restoration since 1985 with the formation of the Sankey Canal Restoration Society.

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3

2.76 km

Giant Darts Artwork

Highlight • Monument

On the edge of the Sankey Valley is a publicly accessible work of art made of giant arrows. Unfortunately, I haven't been able to find out which artist created it. It may be a Bewsey High School art project.
tripadvisor.co.uk/FAQ_Answers-g190764-d9820166-t7293061-What_s_the_history_behind_the_darts.html

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4

2.84 km

Pond by Sankey Canal

Highlight • Lake

There is a small pond parallel to the Sankey Canal. There are benches at the edge for a rest.

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5

3.13 km

Bewsey Park

Highlight • Rest Area

A former air force base is now home to a park with a variety of opportunities for walks, games and sports.

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6

3.39 km

Gazebo Opposite Bewley Old Hall

Highlight • Structure

This is a large open grassed area situated between the hall & a large pond at canals end were ducks, swans & heron's often to be seen. it's primarily a …

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B

10.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.92 km

971 m

467 m

413 m

109 m

Surfaces

7.65 km

2.19 km

481 m

217 m

174 m

169 m

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Tuesday 10 November

8°C

2°C

37 %

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There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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