Stratford-upon-Avon Canal – Dickens Heath Canal Waterfront loop from Wythall

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Stratford-upon-Avon Canal – Dickens Heath Canal Waterfront loop from Wythall

Moderate

Stratford-upon-Avon Canal – Dickens Heath Canal Waterfront loop from Wythall

02:15

8.83km

30m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 1.60 km for 87 m

Permit required

After 1.75 km for 87 m

Permit required

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.72 km

Engine House and Engine Pool, Earlswood Lakes

Highlight • Lake

The Earlswood Lakes were constructed in the 1820S to provide water to the Stratford upon Avon canal. Construction took nearly 5 years to complete, and the labour force included prisoners …

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4.18 km

Stratford-upon-Avon Canal

Highlight • River

Lovely stretch of canal both directions. However can be muddy in sections

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4.78 km

Dickens Heath Nature Reserve

Highlight • Viewpoint

Dickens Heath Nature Reserve consists of 2.52 hectares of land that was formerly part of Bragg’s Farm and used for landfill. It has been converted by Parkridge Developments Ltd as …

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4.90 km

Dickens Heath Village Arm, Stratford-upon-Avon Canal

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Dickens Heath Village Arm is a minor waterways place on the Stratford-on-Avon Canal (Northern Section) between Lapworth Wharf (5 miles and 7¾ furlongs and 11 locks to the southeast) and …

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4.96 km

Dickens Heath Village Footbridge No. 14

Highlight • Bridge

Dickens Heath Village Footbridge No 14 is a minor waterways place on the Stratford-on-Avon Canal (Northern Section) between Lapworth Wharf (5 miles and 7¾ furlongs and 11 locks to the …

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4.99 km