Top Lock, Wheelton – Denham Quarry loop from Clayton-le-Woods
Top Lock, Wheelton – Denham Quarry loop from Clayton-le-Woods
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Top Lock, Wheelton – Denham Quarry loop from Clayton-le-Woods
02:50
10.6km
130m
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: April 23, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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3.58 km
Leeds and Liverpool Canal
Lake
4.27 km
Leeds and Liverpool Canal Path
Highlight • Cycleway
Tip by
4.32 km
Top Lock, Wheelton
Highlight • Historical Site
It's on the Leeds Liverpool canal and is worth a stop for break if you're heading that way.
Tip by
4.33 km
The Top Lock Pub
Highlight • Pub
Tip by
4.36 km
Johnsons Locks
Highlight • Structure
Tip by
7.65 km
Hough Hill Trig Point
Highlight • Viewpoint
Tip by
8.40 km
Denham Quarry
Highlight • Climb
10.6 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
6.34 km
2.51 km
928 m
718 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
3.22 km
2.88 km
1.50 km
1.17 km
1.02 km
752 m
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Elevation
Highest point (150 m)
Lowest point (80 m)
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