The Slough Arm Canal Walk

Walks, England, Berkshire, South Bucks
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The Slough Arm Canal Walk

Slough Central, Slough

by ozomene

  • 2hr 55m / 10.1km
  • 6

Explore the entire Slough Arm canal on this 6.3-mile trail. Walk from Slough Basin back to West Drayton along a peaceful towpath.

  • Wildlife
  • Water feature
  • Great views
  • Public transport
  • History
  • Botanics

Walk preview

Map preview for The Slough Arm Canal Walk
  1. Step 1: We started by driving, parking near Crowley Junction, walking to West Drayton & catching a train to Slough. By public transport this is an easy route too. Catch a train direct to Slough and get home via West Drayton or by bus.

  2. You can exit either side of Slough station. We followed the signs and came out the furthest side.

    Step 2: You can exit either side of Slough station. We followed the signs and came out the furthest side.

  3. Head right out of the station exit.

    Step 3: Head right out of the station exit.

  4. At the top of the road turn right onto the bridge over the rail track. Continue down this road for a while.

    Step 4: At the top of the road turn right onto the bridge over the rail track. Continue down this road for a while.

  5. You’ll pass this church on your right. The start of the canal is just approaching.

    Step 5: You’ll pass this church on your right. The start of the canal is just approaching.

  6. Just before the bus-stop you see a gravel opening. It’s an unassuming start to the canal that connects to the Grand Union Canal 5 miles away

    Step 6: Just before the bus-stop you see a gravel opening. It’s an unassuming start to the canal that connects to the Grand Union Canal 5 miles away

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