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North West England

Lune Aqueduct – Lancaster Canal loop from Carnforth

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North West England

Lune Aqueduct – Lancaster Canal loop from Carnforth

Hard

5.0

(1)

38

runners

Lune Aqueduct – Lancaster Canal loop from Carnforth

02:27

22.2km

100m

Running

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

Last updated: July 28, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

474 m

Carnforth War Memorial

Highlight • Monument

On November 9, 1924, the Carnforth War Memorial was constructed with the purpose of honouring the memory of Carnforth's soldiers who lost their lives during and following World War I.

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2

4.17 km

Lancaster Canal Towpath

Highlight • River

The Lancaster Canal towpath (NCN 6) is a flat, lock-free route ideal for walking, cycling and spotting wildlife. Highlights include the impressive Lune Aqueduct, charming canalside pubs like the Waterwitch and frequent sightings of herons, swans, and even otters.

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3

4.22 km

View of the Bay

Highlight • Viewpoint

4

5.48 km

Canal Swing Bridge

Highlight • Structure

A working swing bridge on the Lancaster Canal.

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5

11.1 km

Lune Aqueduct

Highlight • Bridge

The Lune Aqueduct leads across the Lune river and has been built in 1797. It carries the Lune Canal 16 metres above the river.

You can also use it on your bike or on foot.

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6

15.3 km

Lancaster Canal

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

Running 42 miles (67.6 km) from Preston to Kendal, the Lancaster Canal took over 30 years to complete, opening in 1826. The canal was used to transport boats carrying coal …

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7

19.8 km

Lancaster Canal Towpath

Highlight • Trail

Lovely rolling flat GRVL next to the Canal - pretty much uninterrupted from Carnforth to Lancaster and beyond

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B

22.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.5 km

8.47 km

987 m

243 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

13.0 km

6.56 km

2.11 km

536 m

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Monday 5 October

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11°C

53 %

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