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North West England

Earlestown Railway Station – Sankey Canal loop from Earlestown

Hiking trails & Routes

North West England

Earlestown Railway Station – Sankey Canal loop from Earlestown

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Earlestown Railway Station – Sankey Canal loop from Earlestown

01:11

4.54km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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1

285 m

Earlestown Railway Station

Highlight • Historical Site

Earlestown Railway Station built in the 1830's is at the site of the first 'main line' junction and triangle. One of the oldest railway passenger buildings in the world.

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1.74 km

Sankey Canal

Highlight • Structure

3

1.77 km

Remains of a Canal Lock

Highlight • Structure

In the long term, the complete restoration of the canal and the locks is planned.

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4.54 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.40 km

1.06 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.31 km

1.50 km

567 m

< 100 m

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