Canal Towpath Steps – Greenberfield Locks loop from Salterforth

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Canal Towpath Steps – Greenberfield Locks loop from Salterforth

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Canal Towpath Steps – Greenberfield Locks loop from Salterforth

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15.1km

110m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 8.69 km for 95 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.56 km

Cannon's Pub & Eatery

Highlight • Restaurant

Plenty of outside seating area and very busy in the sunshine

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3.95 km

Canal Towpath Steps

Highlight • Cycleway

Great chance to try out your tekkerz on the way down to the canal tow path

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3.98 km

View of the Rolls-Royce Factory

Highlight • Structure

Can make out one of the Rolls Royce turbo fan engines through the bushes and fence, next to the towpath.

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5.14 km

Canal Path Cobbles

Highlight • Cycleway

Really taking the mixed-surface to the next level with a 50m section of decent sett

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5.22 km

Greenberfield Locks

Highlight • Trail

Originally a three-rise lock, Greenberfield Locks were adapted to three separate single locks in 1820. Above the second lock, you'll spot an old limekiln. Lime used to be carried between …

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5.82 km

View of the Rolling Hills

Highlight • Natural

5.92 km

Ghyll Brow Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

8.47 km

St Mary's Church, Thornton

Highlight • Religious Site

Much of St Mary's Church in Thornton dates from the 15th century. It's a fine sight that's passed on the Pendle Way during the section between Barnoldswick and Earby. The …

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15.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

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