Canal Art Walk

Walks, England, Leicestershire, City of Leicester
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Canal Art Walk

Grand Union Canal, Leicester

by choosehowyoumovelcc

  • 40 minutes / 2km
  • 11

A walk along Grand Union Canal to see the art murals capturing the wildlife of the area, including a detour into Abbey Park.

  • Wildlife
  • Water feature
  • Picnic spot
  • Dog friendly
  • Botanics

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  1. Step 1:

  2. 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.

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

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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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