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Coventry Canal Towpath – Tamworth Castle and Gardens loop from Tamworth

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Coventry Canal Towpath – Tamworth Castle and Gardens loop from Tamworth

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Coventry Canal Towpath – Tamworth Castle and Gardens loop from Tamworth

02:27

9.61km

30m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 21, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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1.43 km

Ladybridge — Views of the Rivers Tame and Anker

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Today's Ladybridge was built in 1797 after the flood of 1795 destroyed the old wooden bridge in 1294. The name "Ladybridge" comes from a statue of the Virgin Mary that …

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2.03 km

Sir Robert Peel Mural

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Nice street art, including works by Sir Robert Peel, under the bridge. Unfortunately "embellished" with graffiti.

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4.10 km

Tamworth and the surrounding area is a mass of canals, meaning a mass of tow paths, you can spend all day walking along these paths, watching the boats go by. Be prepared for a lot of 'good morning' 😜

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4.15 km

River Tame

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The Tame river is a haven of wild life, tow paths, cycle paths and walking trails.

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7.50 km

View of the River Anker and Willow Trees

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The bridge over the River Anker, just off the Castle Grounds, offers a fine view of the river and parkland beyond.

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7.76 km

Tamworth Motte and Castle

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The buildings visible today (previous wooden building) were built in the 11th and 12th centuries. Built by Normans and correspond to a typical Norman motte. Over the centuries, their owners …

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8.46 km

Pillbox Bunker

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One of around 28,000 bunkers and other defenses built in early WWII to slow the advance of German troops during an invasion.

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8.64 km

Tamworth Castle and Gardens

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A beautiful spot to vistit on a summers day, also Planet walk behind you with a cafe, and plenty of other activities.

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9.61 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.65 km

1.31 km

730 m

442 m

353 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.41 km

2.77 km

1.80 km

1.12 km

361 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 26 May

26°C

13°C

29 %

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Coventry Canal Towpath – Tamworth Castle and Gardens loop from Tamworth

Ladybridge — Views of the Rivers Tame and Anker

Sir Robert Peel Mural