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Selby Canal – Selby Canal Towpath loop from Snaith

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United Kingdom

England

Yorkshire And The Humber

Snaith And Cowick

Selby Canal – Selby Canal Towpath loop from Snaith

Easy

4.7

(3)

riders

Selby Canal – Selby Canal Towpath loop from Snaith

01:44

30.4km

30m

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: March 23, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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313 m

RAF Burn Airfield

Highlight • Structure

This airfield is used for gliding

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10.8 km

RAF Burn Airfield

Highlight • Historical Site

A bit of a history lesson plus a nice place for a picnic.

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15.4 km

Selby canal was opened in 1778 to provide a bypass to the lower River Aire and connect boats with the River Ouse at Selby. It's only 6 miles (10 km) long and includes two locks.
Nowadays it's managed by the Canal and River Trust and provides a peaceful walking route out of the town.

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15.8 km

Selby Canal Towpath

Highlight • Cycleway

Easy path alongside the Selby Canal, a historic waterway connecting the River Ouse at Selby to the River Aire in Chapel Haddlesey.

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29.0 km

Carlton Towers

Highlight • Castle

A Grade I listed Victorian Gothic building, Carlton Towers is a beautiful historic house standing in 250 acres of farmland. The house belongs to the 18th Duke of Norfolk, although today it is mostly used for weddings and events. Carlton Towers also offers accommodation and has a 'Walled Garden Vineyard' where you can easily spend an afternoon enjoying wine in the sunshine. You can find out more information here - carltontowers.co.uk

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30.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.8 km

5.04 km

2.81 km

1.99 km

722 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

18.2 km

10.1 km

1.72 km

285 m

Elevation

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Saturday 23 May

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Selby Canal – Selby Canal Towpath loop from Snaith

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RAF Burn Airfield

RAF Burn Airfield

Selby Canal

Selby Canal Towpath

Carlton Towers

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