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Cheshire West and Chester

Shropshire Union Canal Path – Saighton Water Tower loop from Huntington

Bike touring routes & trails

North West England

Cheshire West and Chester

Shropshire Union Canal Path – Saighton Water Tower loop from Huntington

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4.7

(6)

7

riders

Shropshire Union Canal Path – Saighton Water Tower loop from Huntington

00:41

12.0km

40m

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: August 23, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

2.83 km

Shropshire Union Canal Towpath

Highlight • River

The tow path is generally good, best for gravel bikes! There are routes pushing up the tarmac in places and the surface is worn in others.

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2

3.84 km

Rowton Bridge

Highlight • Structure

3

3.93 km

Shropshire Union Canal Path

Highlight • Trail

The Shropshire Union Canal winds into Chester from the south and is a wonderful place to walk. In summer, wildflowers, birds and wildlife thrive along the waterside and colourful canal …

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4

6.21 km

The Black Dog

Highlight • Pub

5

8.16 km

Saighton War Memorial and Water Pump

Highlight • Historical Site

6

8.37 km

Saighton Water Tower

Highlight • Monument

Some could say it’s only water tower however it looks impressive

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B

12.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.06 km

5.19 km

347 m

124 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.96 km

1.70 km

124 m

< 100 m

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Thursday 10 September

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11°C

22 %

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