The Globe Inn – Grand Union Canal Towpath loop from Leighton Buzzard

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The Globe Inn – Grand Union Canal Towpath loop from Leighton Buzzard

Moderate

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The Globe Inn – Grand Union Canal Towpath loop from Leighton Buzzard

00:54

8.04km

30m

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: August 23, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 64 m for 81 m

Customers only

After 7.90 km for 81 m

Customers only

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

509 m

Dillamore Funeral Service and Historic Road Signs

Highlight • Other

Spot the old signs on the front of the funeral directors.

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1.28 km

Grand Union Canal and Twelve Arches Weir

Highlight • Cycleway

The Grand Union Canal was once one of the most important waterways in Britain, carrying goods between London and Birmingham. The canal travels 137 miles (220 km) in total, with …

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1.32 km

Globe Inn to Twelve Arches Weir

Highlight (Segment) • Pub

This scenic section with a lock segment is popular with walkers and cyclists heading from Leighton Buzzard Town to the Globe Inn.

Twelve Arches Weir (originally built with 12 arches, …

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2.61 km

The Globe Inn

Highlight • Cafe

Popular with walkers and cyclists and well as Canal Boats during the season. Sit outside in summer or hunker down next to the fire in winter. I have enjoyed food, …

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2.72 km

Grand Union Canal: Old Linslade to Globe Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

This segment of the canal is quite rural in character despite being close to Linslade/Leighton Buzzard. You will often see Heron's waiting patiently and if you approach quietly you stand a good chance of getting close.

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4.04 km

Stone Bridge Over Canal

Highlight • Structure

6.78 km

Grand Union Canal Towpath

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Often busy with children feeding ducks, walkers enjoying the canalscape or moored boats heading to Tesco Supermarket or the town. If you want a quicker route take Vimy Road or …

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8.04 km

End point

Train Station

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