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Leeds and Liverpool Canal loop from Burscough Bridge

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Leeds and Liverpool Canal loop from Burscough Bridge

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Leeds and Liverpool Canal loop from Burscough Bridge

00:37

6.03km

10m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 19, 2026

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Start point

Train Station

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4.28 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 …

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4.38 km

Leeds and Liverpool Canal

Highlight • River

Great views of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. On the path there is also the Ship Inn pub

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5.38 km

Burscough Bridge Over Leeds–Liverpool Canal

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Burscough has two bridges. One over the railway line adjacent to the station. The other bridge is this one over the Leeds-Liverpool Canal. Burscough is a vibrant and colourful town …

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5.88 km

St John the Baptist Church, Burscough

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"The church was built between 1829 and 1832 to a design by Daniel Stewart. A grant of £3,040 (equivalent to £340,000 in 2023)was given towards its construction by the Church Building Commission.

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6.03 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.34 km

2.16 km

226 m

122 m

107 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.65 km

1.63 km

1.50 km

1.16 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Sunday 24 May

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