Canal Art Walk

Walks, England, Leicestershire, City of Leicester

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Map preview for Canal Art Walk
  • Step 1:

  • Start the walk at Charter Street Bridge, connecting Abbey Park to Belgrave Road. The bridge is 5 metres wide.

    Step 2: Start the walk at Charter Street Bridge, connecting Abbey Park to Belgrave Road. The bridge is 5 metres wide.

  • Step 3: Turn left onto the Grand Union Canal towpath, continuing straight ahead.

  • The canal towpath provides a flat, traffic free route. Meander and enjoy the peacefulness, continuing straight ahead.

    Step 4: The canal towpath provides a flat, traffic free route. Meander and enjoy the peacefulness, continuing straight ahead.

  • Ahead lies St Margaret’s Way art mural. The vibrant colours brighten up the route for boaters and towpath users alike.

    Step 5: Ahead lies St Margaret’s Way art mural. The vibrant colours brighten up the route for boaters and towpath users alike.

  • Turn 180 degrees and trace your steps back along the Grand Union Canal, continuing straight ahead.

    Step 6: Turn 180 degrees and trace your steps back along the Grand Union Canal, continuing straight ahead.

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