Montgomery Canal

A long distance walk of 35 miles in Powys, Wales and Shropshire, England which follows the path of the Montgomery Canal from Newtown to Lower Frankton Lock, east of Oswestry. Maps, statistics and gpx route file for the walk are included.

Google Maps Open Source Maps

Statistics and Files
Start: Newtown
Distance: 35 miles (56 km)
Grid Ref: SJ371318
 
Climbing: 278 metres
Walk time: 13-17 hours
Days: 2-3

Ordnance Survey Explorer Map (1:25,000)

Summary: The Montgomery Canal (Shropshire Union Canal) walk runs in a south to north direction from Newtown to Lower Frankton Lock, east of Oswestry. Of course it can be walked in either direction. From Newtown, the walk visits Aberbechan, Abermule, Fron, Garthmyl, Berriew/ Aberriw, Belan, Welshpool, Arddleen, Llanymynech, Pant, Maesbury Marsh and Queens Head before finishing at Lower Frankton. Montgomery Canal is well renowned for its wildlife. It is one of the most important canals in the country for nature, much of it is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Welsh section is of international importance, designated a Special Area of Conservation for its aquatic plants.


Useful Links:
The Montgomery Canal
Restore the Montgomery Canal
Canal and River Trust
Wikipedia
Montgomery Canal Big Dig
Long Distance Walkers Association


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